Health Tips
The Magic of Shiitake Mushrooms
Learn how a special variety of mushrooms adds incredible flavor, and so much more, to every jar of Otamot.Â
Nutrition Analysis: What’s In Your Jar?
Some food manufacturers are more precise than others when it comes to the Nutrition Facts Panel.Â
The Difference Between Pasta Sauce & Pizza Sauce
Learn the key differences between a variety of tomato-based sauces and what to pick when.Â
How To Train Your Taste Buds
Are taste buds adaptable? There’s compelling research that shows you can teach them to crave healthy foods.
What’s The Microbiome, & Why Should I Care?
Your microbiome is your most important body organ you’ve never heard of. Here’s an explanation of what it is and how to treat yours well.Â
The Salty Side of Sodium
Learn how to use sodium to your health advantage, as well as where and how it sneaks into your foods in high amounts.
6 Swaps For A Healthier Pantry
Making a few pantry swaps can be a simple and delicious way to infuse meals with more nutrition and clean out items that aren’t helping your health.
4 Steps to Ditch Added Sugars
The health risks associated with added sugars are many. Unfortunately, added sugars lurk everywhere, so here’s help for learning how to spot and avoid them.
Does Organic Really Matter?
Have you ever wondered if it really matters if you buy organic food? You’ve heard organic is a better choice, by what does “better” mean in this case? Here are the answers.
Are You Getting the Power of Potassium?
This mineral does far more than keep your muscles free of cramps. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps your body function from top to bottom, and chances are you’re not getting enough.
10 New Uses for Pasta Sauce
Have a jar of pasta sauce in your pantry? Think beyond spaghetti with these clever ways to use pasta sauce to add delicious flavor and nutrition to meals.
Why Are Tomatoes Red?
A special nutrient compound in tomatoes packs a powerhouse punch of nutrition and also gives them colors ranging from fire-engine red to sunset pink.