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Latest Salt Guidelines Are At Odds With Biological Data

Latest Salt Guidelines Are At Odds With Biological Data

US dietary guidelines for sodium intake are not practical for the general population.

 
The Science Behind Brining a Turkey

The Science Behind Brining a Turkey

One of the things I hated growing up at Thanksgiving was overcooked turkey. It is dry, flavorless and feels like eating cardboard. I would often forgo turkey because of how dry it was. Brining has been my preference for the past three years because it is far healthier than deep fat frying and it cuts the cooking time in half. Most importantly is creates a juicy delicious Thanksgiving turkey.