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Stop Calling Peanuts a Protein Source, They’re Not Really
Summary Peanuts get recommended a lot as a budget friendly protein source, especially for vegetarians. By weight, peanuts do contain a meaningful amount of protein, around 25g per 100g. The problem is what else comes with that 100g. Peanuts are roughly 50% fat by weight, which makes them very calorie dense, about 570 calories…
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Should You Wash Chicken Before Cooking?
Summary Washing raw chicken under the tap before cooking feels like basic hygiene, and in many Indian kitchens it’s an unquestioned step. Food safety guidance from agencies like the FSSAI and international bodies actually advises against it. The reasoning is about where the water goes, not where it doesn’t. Rinsing raw chicken can splash…