Claim: The red food colorants cochineal and carmine are made from ground bugs. Example: [Collected via e-mail, 2001]. Origins: Next time you're browsing the supermarket in search of the makings of that night's dinner, pause a moment to read the ingredients labels of your favorite red-colored ingestibles and cosmetics.he ewww! factor notwithstanding, cochineal is a safe food colorant aside from a few rare cases of allergic reaction. Another red dye used in foods, FD&C Red Dye #40 (alternatively known as. is often mistakenly assumed to be a euphemism for cochineal or carmine.
1. Dive into a book. According to a study published in the journal Neurology, reading and writing could optimize your brain power. Carry a book with you everywhere you go for an escape from the daily grind.You could read a few chapters in a waiting room, grocery store line, traffic jam, or during your lunch break.. Take time to breathe. Go outside with a notebook, admire the rising sun, listen to the birds sing, and breathe deeply. Starting your day with a little big of meditation and nature will clear your thoughts so you can start your day strong.
The road to Food Coma is paved with empty calories devoid of nutritional content. Your brain will perform better if fueled by healthy fats, fiber, protein, vitamins, and antioxidants. If youâd like to boost your brain power, eat these 10 healthy foods that make you smarter. If you tend to snack on a candy bar at work, swap that with some nuts for a more productive afternoon. Sugar will give you a quick hit of energy but it doesnât last long (and is followed by a sudden, vicious crash).