Ever wondered how much protein is actually in that juicy steak on your plate? Let me break it down for you – because I know you’re not counting grams of protein when you’re at Texas Roadhouse with your family. Most 8-ounce steaks pack 50-70 grams of protein depending on the cut. That’s about the same…

Ever wonder why some people get incredible results from their workouts while others seem stuck on the fitness hamster wheel? The answer might be simpler than you think. It comes down to understanding and applying something called the FITT principle – a framework that helps you design workouts that actually work. Think of it as…

The slow way is the fast way. Turns out your mom was right – slow and steady really does win the race. At least when it comes to fitness. If you’re starting a fitness journey, you probably want results yesterday. I get it. But slamming the gas pedal right out of the gate is like…

When a food handler breaks safety rules, managers must act fast. It’s not just about following rules – it’s about keeping people from getting sick and making sure your business doesn’t end up on the local news for all the wrong reasons. Let’s face it: food safety mistakes happen. But how quickly those mistakes get…

Ever wondered how many calories are in that chicken leg you’re about to devour? Let’s break down exactly what you’re eating when you bite into a juicy chicken drumstick or thigh – from protein content to how cooking methods affect those numbers. And most importantly, whether you should feel guilty about eating the crispy skin…

Ever wonder why your mom always scolded you for eating raw cookie dough? Or why restaurant menus have those little asterisks warning about undercooked meat? It’s all about temperature, baby! Cooking food to the right temperature isn’t just about making it taste good—it’s about keeping those nasty bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli, and Campylobacter from…

Ever wonder why your aunt’s cutting board is filled with knife marks and stains? Or why restaurants can’t just use any old countertop? Food safety isn’t just about washing your hands (though please do that too!). The surfaces our food touches matter just as much. Let’s dive into the three critical features every food contact…

Does swallowing gum actually make you absorb more calories? Or is that just another thing your mom told you to keep you from doing something gross? Let me break down what happens when you swallow that stick of Juicy Fruit and whether those calories count toward your daily total. Spoiler alert: the answer might surprise…

Ever taken pre-workout and suddenly felt like ants are crawling under your skin? That itchy, tingly feeling isn’t you having a meltdown or your skin revolting against your life choices – it’s just beta-alanine doing its thing. I used to think I was allergic to pre-workout until I discovered that the itch is actually a…

Turns out your betta fish isn’t going to die if you forget to feed him for a few days. But how long can these guys actually go without a meal? And is it good for them to miss a feeding or two sometimes? Let’s dive into the world of betta fish fasting – both intentional…