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The Culinary and Herbal Uses of Ginger
Sunday, November 5th, 2006The pungent, spicy sweetness of Ginger adds a unique taste to many recipes ranging from sweet to savory. Ginger is probably most closely identified with traditional Asian applications such as stir-fries and dipping sauces but it has a wide range of uses that go largely unnoticed.
The aroma, texture, and flavor of Ginger vary depending upon [...]
Healthy Portion Sizes at Restaurants
Sunday, October 29th, 2006Restaurant portions are big, really big. I have a very healthy appetite and most times it is a Herculean effort to clean my plate at my favorite restaurant. Many times after eating out for lunch I don’t need to eat again for the rest of the day because the portions are so large. While it [...]
10 Healthy Halloween Candy Alternatives
Thursday, October 19th, 2006Halloween will soon be upon us and that means an endless parade of kids at my doorstep in search of candy. Most of the time I opt for the giant-sized bag of Kit Kats or Snickers bars to keep them happy. However this year I might try something a little healthier - much to the [...]
NEED vs. WANT
Saturday, October 7th, 2006Is it a need or a want? This is one of the most basic principles of economics and such a simple question, but a very important one to ask before you make any purchase.
A need is something that you can’t live without. Obvious examples of needs include clothing, food, and shelter. Conversely, a want is [...]
The Cleansing Power of Psyllium Husk
Wednesday, October 4th, 2006There has been a lot of recent interest in psyllium. This is primarily due to its frequent use in high fiber breakfast cereals and from claims that soluble fiber is effective in reducing cholesterol.
Psyllium comes from the plantain, which is a shrub-like herb called that grows worldwide. This is not to be confused with plant [...]
How to Test your Fish Oil Supplements for Quality
Sunday, September 24th, 2006I take a fish oil supplement every day, and as with everything in my diet I want it to be the best quality I can buy. How can a typical consumer determine if their fish oil supplement is the best quality? Here is a simple tip from Dr. Sears of the Zone Diet program [...]
The Versatility of Rolled Oats
Tuesday, September 19th, 2006Most of us are familiar with rolled oats as a hot breakfast cereal. The truth is, rolled oats are a very versatile food and shouldn’t be limited to just breakfast food. They have a pleasant, nutty flavor and can be used in many recipes to add nutritional value such as:
Cooked as a breakfast cereal.
Added to [...]
People who Eat Slowly Control their Weight Better
Wednesday, September 6th, 2006I am a fast eater, no question about it. I think this habit goes far back into the days of my youth. I can remember coming home from basketball practice with a voracious appetite and inhaling my mothers lovingly prepared dinner in mere seconds.
Not a whole lot has changed from those days as I [...]
Sugar in the Raw
Tuesday, August 29th, 2006I like to keep my ingredients as natural as possible and sugar is no exception. I started buying Sugar in the Raw a few years ago in an effort to expand my growing list of natural foods.
Sugar in the Raw is a natural, unrefined sugar made from sugar cane grown in Maui. The distinctive color [...]
Body Mass Index vs. Waist to Hip Ratio
Friday, August 25th, 2006Body mass index (BMI) is a simple way to measure body fat using your height and weight as a basis for the calculation. BMI measurements have long been considered the standard indicator to determine if someone is overweight. BMI is typically used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health problems and determine [...]
