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Doctors have told us for ages that fast food is unhealthy, yet we continue to eat it and love it. How are these cheap dishes made and at what costs to our health?

As long as women have money, they will spend it on cosmetics that enhance their appearance. How does the cosmetic industry work and who gets all these women's money?

Wedding or anniversary, banquet or birthday, no menu in any banquet hall goes un-criticized by demanding customers.

Rat barbecue, cutlets of dog, ragout with live worms - the staff of the program look gaze into the pots of different countries cooking and see what exotic dishes can be stomached by Russians.

Pants for weightless, a vacuum that cleans up dust mites... the modern consumer can buy just about anything now, but no one needs everything. How did consumers become so naïve and attracted to nonsensical products?

Red wine is good for meat, and white wine for fish, but there must be more to food and drink! Why can't we pair a whiskey with some sweets, vodka with smoked sausage? It's time to explore some new territory!

By law, products with expired shelf lives must be disposed of, but some shops go to great lengths to get around this.

There's all kinds of dry foods, just add water and you'll have a meal ready in minutes. Some call it the food of the future, while others simply call it poison.

Most people are divided into two camps - those who love salty foods and those who have a sweet tooth. Doctors say both are bad for health, but what exactly do they do to our bodies?

Behind spectacularly packaged food may be cleverly hidden deception. Get ready to uncover the truth.

Eat more protein, less carbs, more fish, less meat. Eating healthy is hard enough without the confusing rules. It's time to figure out where the truth really lies.

Mayonnaise has a simple recipe and only calls for a few ingredients, but as companies cut corners, they try and save money by using chemicals that may be harmful. Learn how to spot the real from the imitation.

Georgian tea, Baku tea, Turkish tea... experts say it's all the same and that expensive teas aren't worth nearly as much as they cost. So, what gives?

Why can't tomatoes grow in Russia and what are the most effective methods when it comes to growing them?

Which is healthier - meat or fish? For years doctors have agreed that fish is better, it's easier to digest, has less fat, and is more nutritious. But considering modern developments, it may be time to double-check the old dogmas.

Dough isn't as simple as it used to be, today the market is flooded with quality, fraud, and deceit.

There are few vegetables more loved than the cabbage in Russia. Follow along and see what happens on its journey from field to table.

Like many things, food laws and standards were much different under the Soviet Union.

Does younger meat really taste better? Is the price for Veal justified?

Shish Kebabs are a summer time favorite, but why do doctors consider this a threat to health?

As fish prices rise, Russians are learning the art of cooking native fish.

Broken TV? Home repairs? Often times we welcome craftsmen into our homes to fix our problems, but sometimes we unwittingly allow fraudulent criminals in our midst.

A typical bathroom has numerous different chemicals packed into spray cans and bottles to ensure that a bathroom remains clean and pleasant, but what chemicals can turn a bathroom into a dangerous area?

Goji berries, chia seeds, kino seeds, protein powders, 10 years ago no one in Russia had ever heard of these, but today they are heralded as fighters against disease and as a fountain of youth. But is the hype true?

In Russia, and unprecedented amount of counterfeit alcohol is being sold. A party with rum may even end in death.

A classic holiday snack, gingerbread is a simple joy with a complex process.

In times of economic crisis and strict control of ingredients, how does the dairy industry survive?

Bread, a simple food staple surrounded by strong opinions.

Coffee has a history of its own and has evolved over the ages, from the bean to modern convenience. Step into the stories journey of the bean that makes the world turn.

The market for sweets isn't all cookies and cream, like all other industries it suffers in times of economic crisis or changes in international affairs.

Each Wednesday before Shrovetide, son-in-law's across Russia are expected to eat pancakes made by their mother-in-law. What does it take to create the perfect pancake?

Borsch, Rassolnik, Chicken Noodle... Russians love their soups. Across Russian millions of homes are brewing different soups in their kitchens, come and see what's cooking!

Explore how vegetables maintain their freshness and how they rot.

When winter comes, which countries are responsible for providing important fruits and vegetables to the world?

Fast times call for easy dining solutions. One solution? Noodles.

With cooking, every little detail matters, from ingredients to what the food is stored in. Non-stick, Teflon, copper pots, they all have their own benefits, draw backs, and health risks.

Like anyone else, Russians love their sweets. How did Russian manufacturers beat out their foreign competition?