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On a hot day, anything frozen feels like a special treat. My daughters are both big fans of hibiscus tea, so I thought I would concoct a popsicle featuring the herbal brew. My experiment paid off: the entire family loved them. These popsicles are simple to make, tasty, and incredibly low in calories. A perfect way to beat the heat. See the recipe and the calorie count. Read more
Genetics, diet, and stress can cause high blood pressure (hypertension), but a recent study shows there's a way to lower it naturally. Drink three cups of hibiscus tea a day. Look for this tea at your health food store, either solely hibiscus, or ones that are blended with this herb. The ability to lower blood pressure has to do with the actual plant and also the relaxing effects of sipping tea. Read more
Simple syrup is one hot ingredient right now, and what's so great about it is that it takes minimal effort to create something special and useful. We've been noticing unique and exciting flavor combinations and recipes, like rhubarb and rosewater syrup, popping up all over the place. To make your own flavored simple syrup, all you need to do is add whatever flavoring component (citrus zest, Read more
Drinks that use hibiscus have been around for quite a while, but more and more I'm noticing the brightly colored, beautiful flower being used in cooking (hibiscus loaf cake, anyone?). But what's the scoop on this trendy floral ingredient? Find out when you keep reading. Read more
With Spring in full bloom, there's no better way to get into the spirit of the season than some fresh, fragrant flowers. You may think that getting a dose of the color and beauty of flowers could only come in the form of an arrangement, but guess again. It may sound a little outside of your comfort zone, but injecting a little flower power may add a potent punch of flavor or lively color to wake Read more
When it comes to mint, think beyond the mojito and julep. — The FN Dish What designer Jonathan Adler eats in New York City. — Grub Street NY 10 fantastic beachside bars to hit up this Summer. — The Daily Meal Would you go vegetarian for the month of June? — Chow Everything you need to know about the world of hibiscus tea. — The Kitchn How to make freezer jam.— Serious Eats A Read more
She's a multiple Grammy winner, has a deal with CoverGirl, and even has a few acting roles under her belt. So it makes sense that Taylor Swift is now about to launch her first celebrity fragrance: Wonderstruck ($50 to $60). "I wrote the lyric, 'I'm wonderstruck, blushing all the way home,' for the song 'Enchanted' about the first time you meet someone," Taylor said in a statement, adding, "It's Read more
