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On the editorial desk at Biology Insights, staff writer Cynthia Hashemi focuses on the history and origins of food. She received an MA in culinary history from Boston University, formerly reported for a regional paper, and lives in Memphis, Tennessee.

What Is Japonica Rice and How Is It Used?Nutrition
How Many Gallons of Water Does It Take to Make a Hamburger?Environment
Why Is Palm Oil in Everything? The Real Reasons Environment
What Does 3 Sellos Mean on Mexican Food Labels?Nutrition
Is Watermelon a Vegetable or a Fruit?Edibles
What Is Considered Solid Food: Definition and Examples Nutrition
What Is Quinoa Made From and How Is It Processed?Nutrition
How Long Should I Wait to Drink Tea After Eating?Nutrition
Where Is Atlantic Salmon Caught? Wild vs. Farmed Aquatic
Is a Pea a Bean? The Differences Explained Botany
Is Saigon Cinnamon Ceylon or Cassia? Key Differences Nutrition
Where Do Cashews Come From and How Are They Processed?Edibles
The Different Parts of a Watermelon: Rind, Flesh, and Seeds Botany
Basmati Rice Origin: History and Geographic Roots Earth & Space
Are Macadamia Nuts Really Nuts?Botany
What Is the Difference Between Organic and Non-Organic?Nutrition
Is Garlic a Vegetable, a Spice, or an Herb?Edibles
How Is Honey Made? The Step-by-Step Process Bugs
What Part of the Cow Has the Most Protein?Nutrition
Is Liver Considered Red Meat or Organ Meat?Nutrition
Is Diet Water a Thing? The Real Answer Nutrition
What Is Kabab Chini? Flavor, Uses and Benefits Botany
Is There Gluten in Sushi Rice? What to Know Nutrition
What to Add to Chicken Broth When Sick: 8 Boosters Nutrition
What Is Sunflower Oil Used For: Cooking to Skin Care Nutrition
What Is Ground Coriander Used For? Uses & Benefits Nutrition
What Is Star Anise Used For: Cooking, Medicine, and More Botany
Why Is Foie Gras Banned? The Animal Welfare Debate Pets & Farm
What Is Molasses Used For? Cooking, Nutrition & More Nutrition
Is Pork Considered Red Meat? What the USDA Says Nutrition