We sometimes see strange spots on our potatoes and wonder if we should just throw them away. There are some easy ways to detect if the food has "eat or toss" status. Why do avocados sometimes have brown dots inside? Technically it's edible, but you might not want to eat it. And what about meat, potatoes, and shrimps? Let's see how to find out if they're still good to go.

Even the most common foods you've been eating all your life can turn out to be dangerous for you. That unpleasant taste apple seeds have is there because of cyanide. Another danger lurking in your kitchen is potatoes – the ones with sprouts and green spots. Elderberries are known as a supplement to boost your immune system, but this medicinal plant needs to be handled and prepared with care, too. Let's find out what other fruit, vegetables, and nuts can do you more harm than good.

Smart choices in the grocery store - that's what we all need! Good nutrition starts with the products we pick at a supermarket. Preparing a healthy meal might be a challenge if you don't have the right ingredients in your kitchen! Pay attention to the packaging dates to find fresh chicken. In order to pick a sweet watermelon, look for a brown stem. Check the downside shape of a bell pepper in order to find the best one! Here's a complete guide to find tasty food at a supermarket...

We all know how to eat the food we like and gain weight: sugar, carbs, fast food - these contribute to fat storage. But how about the opposite situation? Here're 18 foods you can eat in big amounts, and they won't make you fat. They're low in calories and will keep you full for longer. Nutritionists suggest that foods mostly made with water are low in calories and contain fiber that helps make you feel and stay full for a longer period of time. Celery, spinach, avocado - what else is on that list?

Summer is perfect time for vacation. But your home becomes an easy target for burglars when you're away! So how do you protect your home against thieves? Is it time to panic if you find some treats under your doormat? What do you do if you see a USB flash drive sticking out of the wall? Unfortunately, nowadays even your own house can’t be completely safe and protected from intrusion. But here are a few tips and tricks burglars don't want you to know but you should.

A lot of things you use every day and even your own body is hiding some secrets you were never aware of. The big toe isn’t just a thumb on your foot — it has its own name, hallux. Not only is baking soda good at fighting foul odors — salt does the job too! For example, if your sneakers start insulting your nose with their smell, sprinkle a pinch of salt inside and leave them overnight. The little dots along the edges of bus windows are called frit.