When and what to eat before a workout

When and what kind of foods to eat before a workout can be a mystery, so we hope to dispel some of the myths and get you on the right track to eating the right kinds of pre-exercise meals. The two fuels that the body uses during exercise are carbohydrate and fat; during high and moderate intensity exercise more carbohydrate is used.

Tipsy Maple Corn

You Need:

• 3 1/2 tablespoons bacon grease, or non flavored vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 1/3 cup Jack Daniels
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup

Fall Pumpkin Recipes

1. Pumpkin Gingersnap Ice Cream

• 1 pt. whipping cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 cup Homemade Pumpkin Puree
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt $
• 1/2 cup coarsely crushed gingersnaps
• 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)

Immortal Foods

Professor Liu Shaoqun from the Food Science and Technology (FST) says food can be spoiled via the following reasons: (1) Microbial activity (e.g. growth of bacteria and molds); (2) Chemical reaction (e.g., oxidation as a result of exposure to the air); (3) Biological/ biochemical activity of the food itself. These activities can result in changes in the food and affects taste, quality, smell and colour.

Black sugar and sticky date pudding

In China and even Japan where black sugar is known as Kuro Sato, it is widely used in the traditional desserts and the slight savoriness of the sugar lends a nice contrast to otherwise one-dimensional sugary aftertastes.

7 Romantic Foods

Chocolate is one the most sensual and romantic foods, and its aphrodisiac power traces back hundreds of years in history. Eating chocolate releases endorphins in the brain which makes a person feel happy and loved. Throw some strawberries in the mix, one of the foods people think of most often before romantic encounters, and let the evening unfold. Try this delicious fondue recipe which is sure to please you and your lover.

Halloween Cookie Bites

Classic candy treats serve as our inspiration for these amazing homemade Halloween dessert recipes. These fancy slice-and-bake cookies are a breeze to make at home thanks to a little food coloring.

9 Sources of Vitamin C

Vitamin C helps the body maintain healthy tissues and a strong immune system, and it aids in the absorption of iron. Vitamin C is considered a powerful ally if you're trying to avoid or kick a cold or other illness. Together with calcium and iron, it's also an important part of a diet that counteracts lead poisoning.

Turkey Sloppy Joes

Roll up your sleeves for this neat, nourishing rendition of a meat-and-tomatoes favorite. Use ground turkey as a smart stand-in for ground chuck in a range of recipes-it provides plenty of meaty flavor, with less saturated fat.

How to Make Chili from Start to Finish in 30 Minutes

From chuck wagon to roadside diner to epicurean cook-off, chili has been an all-American favorite for well over a century. Here at EatingWell, we haven't been making chili for quite that long--but we do have some recipes that date back to the 1990s. We have chili recipes made with beef, lamb, chicken, and even some excellent vegetarian chili recipes too. Many of these recipes involve long, slow cooking on the back of the stove--just what you want on a chilly (get it?) fall weekend.

A Vegetarian Harvest Dinner

For an elegant fall dinner party, let the season's hearty vegetables take center stage with a completely meat-free menu featuring leek and potato soup, brussels sprouts and kale salad, and a satisfying farro and butternut squash risotto. For dessert, a wine-rich apple tart is a lovely finish served with freshly whipped cream.

Ricotta and Sage Fried Meatballs

We never much understood the concept of "semi-formal." That is, until we saw these golden, meaty orbs. These pop-able pork meatballs are fried in a panko coating, but baked before serving, eliminating the need to wipe those oily fingers on your slacks (or jeans?). You can dress them up, you can dress them down consider them the tuxedo tee of appetizers.

The Right Way to Prepare Oatmeal

Oatmeal is one of the healthiest breakfasts there is. It's high in soluble fiber, which may help to lower "bad" LDL cholesterol and helps keep you feeling full longer. It has a healthy amount of protein, which, in conjunction with fiber, will help you feel satisfied too.

Butterscotch Pots De Crème with Caramel Sauce

"I have a lot of guys from Oaxaca in my kitchen, and they put salt on everything," says Los Angeles chef Travis Lett of Gjelina. "When I saw one of them add salt to this dessert, I thought, Hey, that's a great idea."

Simple Weeknight Meals: Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Scampi

This simple seafood pasta gets its bold flavor from garlic, shallots, and red chile flakes.

INGREDIENTS

• 5 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp. olive oil

The Most Expensive Foods in the World

To have all the wealth in the world to spend on the most luxurious things – that would be any man’s dream. Where larger parts of the world are riddled by starvation and poverty, here is a list of the most expensive foods in the world.

Batter-less Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Biscuits

Some foods are simply made for each other. Peanut butter and jelly. Bread and butter. Strawberries and chocolate. Ham and cheese. Our favorite go-to food-duo these days, though, is fried chicken and biscuits.

How to Grill Fish Perfectly Every Time

For some reason, seafood seems to be one of the most intimidating foods to grill. Fish tends to be delicate and hard to maneuver without mishap, and smaller foods like shrimp and scallops are so small, that they can overcook in a flash or worse yet, fall through the grates into the fire. But truthfully, they're all easy to master once you know a few tricks of the trade. Here are a few tips to help you achieve perfectly grilled seafood every time you grill:

Gold Medal Fare From Around The World

With the Olympics in full swing, there's lots of buzz about who's winning gold and what sport is up next. After a jam-packed weekend, Olympic spectacles are already stealing the headlines covering everything from record-breaking times and expulsions to drug testing. In light of controversies and gold medals, we're taking it a step further at The Daily Meal and thinking about the games in terms of food.

The Best Potato Chips

What's in the Bag
There's more than one way to turn potatoes into chips-take a look at what's behind the terms you see on the package. And then read more to see why these chips outshone others in our taste test. Photo credits: Alexandra Rowley; food styling by Dona Meadow; prop styling by Karin Olsen