Food

10 Food Cravings and What They Might Mean for Your Body

10 Food Cravings and What They Might Mean for Your Body
Health
6 months ago

Food is essential for our body’s growth and maintenance; it is the basic necessity of life. Different food gives off various tastes, and many people have experienced food cravings. These cravings might mean something, hidden messages that our body tells us.

11 Times Food Brought Back Sweet Memories of Family Members

11 Times Food Brought Back Sweet Memories of Family Members
Cooking
7 months ago

Food carries more than just taste and nutrition. It carries memories of the people who made it, and most of us have a favorite dish we love the way our mothers, or other family members made it. Here go some such nostalgic food stories, with a recipe or two, that will bring a smile to your face, and maybe, a whiff of the warmth and happiness it used to fill the kitchen with. Here’s to people no longer at our tables.

17 Hilarious Food Fails Proving the Kitchen Isn't for Everyone

17 Hilarious Food Fails Proving the Kitchen Isn't for Everyone
Cooking
7 months ago

Do you think that taste is subjective or objective? People tend to have different triggers and descriptive panels that make us like or dislike certain foods. That’s why not everyone likes the same dish and eats foods that others find disgusting. Let’s check 17 food images that are confusing.

12 Popular Beliefs About Food That You Ought to Stop Following

12 Popular Beliefs About Food That You Ought to Stop Following
Curiosities
2 years ago

There have been many myths and misconceptions about food and diet that we’ve all been familiar with since we were kids. However, as years go by, science keeps busting more and more of them. But this doesn’t mean that everyone is aware of these myths — unless they are scientists keeping track of all the new studies. That’s why we decided to look around and see which of these misconceptions are still quite popular.

Woman Brings Her Own Food to a Vegan Wedding and Causes a Fiery Reaction

Woman Brings Her Own Food to a Vegan Wedding and Causes a Fiery Reaction
People
3 years ago

For most people, a wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event that the newlyweds, especially the bride, want to make absolutely perfect. While some brides are tolerant of “little” mistakes and imperfections, others can be quite sensitive to things that seem insignificant to others. That’s why it’s sometimes hard to tell if our behavior is appropriate or not.

13 Animals That Can Survive Without Food the Longest

13 Animals That Can Survive Without Food the Longest
Animals
5 years ago

There are some animals that can go for over 30 years without eating a thing or even drinking. For most animals, food is something they can’t do without for more than a day or 2, while others, due to their metabolic pathway, can last for months without food.

How to Choose Tasty Food in the Supermarket: A Guide We All Need

How to Choose Tasty Food in the Supermarket: A Guide We All Need
Cooking
5 years ago

A sweet watermelon has a brown stem and you will find fresh chicken by checking its packaging date. Even if you think that your shopping bag is full of fresh products, maybe you haven’t used all your senses to choose the best ones. Touching the right part of a melon or checking the downside shape of a bell pepper can make a difference in how our dishes taste. Here at Bright Side, we’ve collected 12 healthy foods and prepared a guide full of tricks on how to choose items for the freshest menu.

20+ Tips From People Who Only Dine at Good Restaurants (Because They Used to Work in the Food Industry)

20+ Tips From People Who Only Dine at Good Restaurants (Because They Used to Work in the Food Industry)
Cooking
6 years ago

According to statistics, restaurants in general become more popular with each passing year. People like to visit them and order take-out. We also like to go out to eat but we want to be sure that we are making the right choice. So, we decided to make note of these life hacks from Reddit users. Chefs and waiters described the signs of a restaurant that no one should ever eat at, including you.

12 Things Fast Food Employees Will Never Tell You

12 Things Fast Food Employees Will Never Tell You
Curiosities
8 years ago

Fast food is now thoroughly embedded in our society, and resisting its temptations is something not everyone is capable of. Bright Side put together a list of 12 tricks that fast food restaurants use to attract customers through their doors and sell them as much as possible.

So this is what 200 calories of food really looks like...

So this is what 200 calories of food really looks like...
Photography
9 years ago

Everyone has heard about calories, but it’s often hard for any of us to really picture them in our minds. They make their way into the human body and then settle quite shamelessly on our waists or hips, and we don’t even suspect a thing. The guys over at WiseGEEK conducted an experiment and found out what 200 calories looks like using different kinds of food many of us consume every day.

14 Acts of Kindness That Left Hearts Racing and Eyes Shining

14 Acts of Kindness That Left Hearts Racing and Eyes Shining
People
3 days ago

Kindness can be louder than applause and warmer than sunlight on a winter morning. It sneaks into ordinary moments, turning them unforgettable, making people feel seen, valued, and alive. Here are 14 powerful gestures that prove compassion can change everything in a heartbeat.

10 People Who Chose Love Over Revenge and Changed Everything

10 People Who Chose Love Over Revenge and Changed Everything
People
5 days ago

Let’s be honest — when someone hurts us, we want to hurt them back. It’s human nature to want revenge, especially when we feel betrayed by people we trusted. But these stories show what happens when people chose to look deeper instead of striking back. Sometimes the person who seems cruel is actually protecting you, and the one who appears selfish is secretly sacrificing for you. These moments remind us that our first reaction isn’t always the right one.

My Girlfriend Ditched My Home-Cooked Meal for Pizza

My Girlfriend Ditched My Home-Cooked Meal for Pizza
Relationships
month ago

Food is a love language. But when Calvin poured his heart into this act of love, it was dismissed by his girlfriend. What followed wasn’t just a moment of hurt, but judgment from her and her family when he responded with the same indifference he was shown.

14 Times Expectation and Reality Went in Opposite Directions

14 Times Expectation and Reality Went in Opposite Directions
Curiosities
month ago

Buying things online is often a laughing matter. It is the same with food. You see an attractive picture on a website that makes you salivate, but when you open the order, it’s just something barely edible. Some heroes of this article shared unsuccessful home cooking experiments. In short, expectation doesn’t always meet reality.

16 Taxi Drivers Who Had the Craziest Moments While on the Road

16 Taxi Drivers Who Had the Craziest Moments While on the Road
Curiosities
month ago

Taxi rides are just another part of the day—until something unexpected happens. And the heroes of this article, cab drivers, share the moments that turned into something way more interesting—unexpected kindness, strange encounters, and stories that stick with them long after the ride is over.

12 Wealthy People Who Kept Their Darkest Secrets Behind Closed Doors

12 Wealthy People Who Kept Their Darkest Secrets Behind Closed Doors
Curiosities
month ago

When we think of the ultra-wealthy, it’s easy to imagine lives filled with designer clothes, private islands, and glittering galas. But behind the polished smiles and custom suits, some of the richest people are hiding secrets that would make anyone’s jaw drop. Internet users from all walks of life have come forward with eerie, strange, and downright surprising stories about the hidden sides of the wealthiest individuals they’ve encountered. From bizarre habits to family drama no one talks about, these stories prove that having it all doesn’t always mean having nothing to hide.

My Girlfriend Humiliated Me Because I Helped a Coworker

My Girlfriend Humiliated Me Because I Helped a Coworker
Relationships
month ago

In a world where love languages range from sweet texts to shared Netflix passwords, some choose to express their affection through food. But what happens when love is served warm and still misunderstood? A letter arrived from a man who watched his passion turn into a public scandal.

16 People Whose Stinginess Is Almost Limitless

16 People Whose Stinginess Is Almost Limitless
Curiosities
month ago

There is no problem in saving or wanting to save some money for a rainy day. But sometimes people get too carried away with it and become too greedy. Someone just eats extra candy and gets into awkward situations, but some people aren’t ready to share even a piece of bread. Well, we can do nothing about it, only read these stories.

11 Cities That Are Perfect for a Summer Trip If You Are on a Budget

11 Cities That Are Perfect for a Summer Trip If You Are on a Budget
Places
month ago

Travelling in the summer is almost compulsory, but can be a burden for our purses. Whether you travel to the seaside or a popular city, prices can go through the roof in the high season. Unless you choose an alternative, less-known spot that is much cheaper, but still offers lots of fun. Like the ones we’ve collected for you in our list below.

My Vegan DIL Controlled My Grandkids’ Every Meal—So I Called Child Services

My Vegan DIL Controlled My Grandkids’ Every Meal—So I Called Child Services
Family & kids
2 months ago

For many of us, cooking for family is one of the deepest ways we show care. It’s how we pass down traditions, comfort those we love, and create memories that last for generations. But in some families, meals become minefields. And suddenly, something as simple as offering a snack turns into a heated debate. When one family member takes control of the table, it’s not just the menu that changes—it’s the entire dynamic.

10+ Times Solo Trips Took a Wild Turn

10+ Times Solo Trips Took a Wild Turn
Curiosities
2 months ago

Solo trips are often planned as peaceful escapes or chances to explore the world at one’s own pace. But travel doesn’t always follow the itinerary. Without warning, calm adventures can shift into unpredictable, chaotic, or even unbelievable experiences.These moments remind us that traveling alone doesn’t mean traveling without surprises. What begins as an ordinary journey can quickly become a story worth telling. Read on to hear some crazy solo travel stories.

I Charged My Stepkids for Water Bills — I’m Not Running a Free Resort

I Charged My Stepkids for Water Bills — I’m Not Running a Free Resort
Family & kids
2 months ago

This stepmom wanted a quiet summer. What did she get? A backyard disaster she’ll never forget. With her husband out of work, they asked his ex to keep things simple while the kids stayed over. Instead, she dropped off a giant pool. The stepmom set it up to keep the peace. But the next morning, one look at the yard left her speechless. What the stepkids did will make your jaw drop.