Walnuts versus pecans

Nutrition and food science comparison

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Pecans and walnuts remind me of christmas and holidays, both are roasted under the fire, or even in the oven. Which technique do you prefer? I rather have it raw, but I don’t mind it roasted. The change in texture and taste gives a unique flavor.

Today, I’ll compare both nuts in regard to nutrition and food science. These nuts offer intriguing properties that go beyond their taste and texture .

Marmite

From war rations to gourmet delight: the history of marmite—love it or hate it

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Marmite has a fascinating journey from its wartime origins, to becoming a beloved pantry staple worldwide. In the 1900s, a scientist by the name of Justus Freiherr von Liebig discovered the yeast. This started the journey of utilizing it as an extract.

The product had many uses in the old times. For example, during the war people used it for health benefits like curing anemia. Marmite is also a vegan source of B vitamins, including supplemental vitamin B12.

Taste bud sensitivity

Individual differences in taste perception

Taste can be defined differently; the term is changing as more research is coming out. My previous blog on texture, aroma, taste, and mouthfeel gives an overview of taste. I also talk about other sensory evaluations that all work together to give us flavor.

Today, I will focus on taste and how it relates to flavor. I’ll explore topics like threshold of substances, how it relates to diabetes, and taste bud health. All these factors lead to a difference in taste sensation between individuals.

Sugar substitutes—trends and consumer preferences

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The picture above shows a variety of sugars from honey, stevia plant, bee pollen, white sugar cubes, white, and brown sugar. This reminds me of my time working at a sugar factory; the ingredient is versatile in different products. For example, pre-gelatinized white sugars were used to create decons for cakes. Also, the factory produced natural colors, edible films, and rose decorations for baked products.

Comparison between vegan and regular cheese

 

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