VegetablesShould Potatoes Go in the Fridge or Stay Out? The Right Way to Store Them
New guidance from the Food Standards Agency says potatoes can be kept either in the fridge or in a cool, dry, dark place, reversing earlier advice.
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LivestockHow soon should boiled eggs be eaten?
Leftover boiled eggs are safe if cooled quickly, refrigerated within two hours below 4C and eaten within seven days, but they should not be left out like raw eggs or frozen.
LivestockWhat Happens to Your Body If You Eat an Egg Every Day?
For most healthy people an egg a day can be part of a balanced diet, though those with high LDL cholesterol, diabetes or heart risk should seek advice first.
VegetablesOnion with Black Spots: Eat It or Throw It Away?
A slight dark mark on an onion's dry skin may be harmless, but if black powder or mould remains after peeling, the onion is safer thrown away.
LivestockDon't Like Chicken Feet? They Have Several Nutritional Benefits
Slow-cooked chicken feet supply collagen, gelatin and some minerals and can be part of a balanced diet, though they will not on their own cure joint, skin or gut problems.
FruitsThe Fruit to Eat If You Want to Stay Young
Pomelo, rich in vitamins and antioxidants, can boost immunity and keep skin fresh, and it makes a quick tangy snack in two simple spiced versions.
LivestockWhat Happens to Your Body If You Eat a Rotten Egg?
Eating a rotten or contaminated egg can cause food poisoning, so it pays to know simple ways of telling whether an egg is fresh.
CropsWhy Should Rice Be Washed Well Before Cooking?
Washing rice before cooking removes dust and surface starch and may reduce some contaminants, though for arsenic, cooking in plenty of water and draining it works better.
FisheriesYou Can Eat Hilsa Even With High Cholesterol: Here Is the Right Way
Hilsa's fat is not all harmful and the fish can be part of a healthy diet, provided it is eaten in moderation, cooked with little oil and with a doctor's advice for those with heart disease or high cholesterol.
LivestockEgg or Chicken: Which Is Better for Protein?
Skinless chicken breast packs far more protein by weight, while eggs offer complete protein plus vitamins and choline, so both can have a place in a balanced diet.
FisheriesChicken, Fish or Mutton: Which Protein Does the Body More Good?
Fish, chicken and mutton are all good sources of protein, but their nutritional value differs, so the best choice depends on each person's needs.
FruitsFrom the Heart to Married Life: The Health Benefits of Watermelon
Watermelon does more than quench thirst: it helps keep the body hydrated and supports heart health, immunity and blood circulation, though it is no substitute for medicine.
VegetablesGreen Chilli or Dried Chilli: Which Is Better for Health?
Green and dried chillies differ in nutrients and their effects on the body, and nutritionists say green chilli is the more nutritious of the two.