Erie County is home to sugar maple trees and Asbury Woods has a program to help people make their own syrup at home.

Bitternut hickory was long considered a worthless “trash” tree. Locals now believe it contains a hidden treasure – and could ...

This 30-day plan is set at 1,800 calories, with modifications for 1,500 and 2,000 calories. Each day provides at least 70 g ...

White sugar is stripped of nearly all vitamins and minerals during processing, while maple syrup retains antioxidants, prebiotic fiber, and essential nutrients—though both should be limited in your ...

Nothing goes better with a stack of pancakes or waffles than a generous pouring of maple syrup, but does it have any nutritional benefits? Maple syrup is derived from. the sap of maple trees, which ...

Peter Kuitenbrouwer describes himself as a child of “itinerant hippies.” Growing up in the 1960s, he often felt that he was “getting in the way” of his parents, who wanted to join the Summer of Love ...

LAPEER COUNTY, MI – This giant sugar maple tree stands in the middle of farming fields. It could be a new Michigan champion. Once struck by lightning, the tree continues to thrive, providing shade and ...

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Maple syrup is ...

Forget Jimmy Gilmer’s groaner, these crazy little shacks really are sweet — and they’re also Québec’s hottest clubs. They call them “cabanes à sucres,” but if you “ne parles pas Français,” you can ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Maple syrup and honey are liquid sweeteners hailed for their unrefined sugars and healthy vibe. “People like the word ‘natural,’ and since honey and maple syrup are natural sweeteners with trace ...

You probably know maple syrup as a topping for pancakes and waffles, but the uses of this hearty sweetener go beyond breakfast. Although it’s ideal for morning treats and baked goods, maple syrup is ...