Fat-free does not mean calorie-free. And, it does not necessarily mean low calorie. Many fat-free cookies have almost the same calorie content as the original version. Fat is usually replaced with extra sugar and a variety of other ingredients ranging from dietary fiber to special starches to chemical emulsifiers that perform the same function as […]
Make Your Own Veggie Chips!
If you’re a fan of the crisp vegetable chips that have been featured in the high-end grocery stores, there’s good news. Now you can make your own snack chips for a fraction of the cost. These homemade versions are also trans fat-free and contain lower amounts of sodium than conventional versions found in supermarkets. Here’s a primer […]