Jaya Saxena is a former correspondent at Eater, and the series editor of Best American Food and Travel Writing. She explores wide ranging topics like labor, identity, and food culture. In the Top Chef ...

Hydration involves more than just water; it also includes salt (sodium) and coconut water (potassium). They both look after osmosis in the human body, which keeps the body hydrated. Salt cannot be ...

Pickles are having a pop culture moment right now. The proliferation of pickle-flavored things, including pickle milkshakes, pickle sorbet from brands like Salt & Straw, pickle seasoning, and even ...

Pickles are a favorite snack and sandwich topping for many people. Their tangy, salty bite comes from a brining process that preserves cucumbers in vinegar, salt, and spices. While tasty, pickles can ...