Can You Eat Ham on the Optavia Diet? A Complete Guide

The Optavia diet has become one of the most popular meal delivery plans for rapid weight loss. With Optavia, you eat packaged fuelings along with one lean and green meal daily. The pre-portioned fuelings contain protein bars, shakes and snacks that make calorie and carbohydrate counting effortless. But when it comes to cooking your own … Read more

Is Anneline Kriel Still Married to Peter Bacon? Inside the Former Miss World’s Long-Lasting Love

Anneline Kriel captured the world’s attention when she was crowned Miss World in 1974. The 18-year-old South African beauty queen dazzled with her blonde hair, megawatt smile, and charming personality. While her reign as Miss World was short-lived, Anneline has remained in the spotlight for over four decades. Today at age 65, the former pageant … Read more

Is Lard the Same as Bacon Grease?

Lard and bacon grease are two common fats used in cooking but they aren’t exactly the same thing. As a food blogger focusing on Mexican cuisine, I often get asked if lard can be substituted with bacon grease. While they share some similarities there are also key differences that impact flavor and performance. In this … Read more