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Blood Orange

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While traditional oranges are available at your local supermarket all year long, the best time to enjoy the juicy, crimson flesh of blood oranges is during these winter months. So while you venture out for some delicious blood oranges, consider these fascinating tidbits. How do they get their characteristic color? How are they different from everyday oranges?

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Eunice LiuAbout the author: Eunice Liu is studying Linguistics at UCLA. She attributes her love of food science to an obsession with watching bread rise in the oven.

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Grilling Methods & Marinades

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Fourth of July would not be complete without a barbecue. Join the debate and pick a side between charcoal or gas grilling. Afraid of the health risks of grilling? A good beer marinade can help reduce those risks. Find out how.
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Stressed Carrots & A Tastier Tomato

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It turns out that giving fruits and veggies a good night’s sleep isn’t the only way to make them better to eat. Researchers at Texas A&M have shown that carrots produce more antioxidants in response to the “stress” of being chopped or shredded, while scientists at the University of Florida are working hard to make a tastier and more nutritious tomato. Read more