This native Irish tree may be known by its Latin name Prunus spinosa or one of its many common names, such as sloe, wild plum, wishing thorn or mother of the wood. A close relative of cherries and plums, Blackthorn is a deciduous small tree or large shrub, growing up to 4 metres high at a medium growth rate. It is often found growing wild in hedgerows, on the edges of wooded areas or popping up on rough farmland.
There's a reason shirataki noodles are branded as Miracle Noodles.. These translucent, gelatinous Japanese noodles, which are made from the konjac yam, are low in calories and carbohydrates and can be substituted in a variety of recipes that call for pasta.
Traditional shirataki noodles are pretty much the perfect food for those who may have food allergies or are on special diets; they're vegan and gluten-free. They naturally don't contain any calories because the glucomannan starch they're made of is an indigestible dietary fiber and also contains no carbohydrates.