All Entries Tagged With: "food"
Indian street food – finger licking good
Hello All, I am remembering the mouthwatering taste of pani puri, bhel puri , masala puri, tikka chaat. Here I have tried in several places but I dont get the awesome taste as in india. I’ll appreciate if anyone can share their tried and tested recipies of any of these chaats. I want the same [...]
Focus on Food: Quinoa
This week’s Focus on Food feature is Quinoa, my favorite whole grain (though it’s actually a seed). Protein-rich quinoa has gained popularity over the past few years for it’s nutritional value, quick cooking time, and versatility. Red quinoa and vegetables in sweet bell peppers (recipe below) Fun facts: Quinoa (pronounced “KEEN-wah”) was considered gold to the Incas [...]
Focus on Food: Arugula
It’s Monday again and I’m back with the “Focus on Food” blog series. Today’s feature is one of my favorite versatile green vegetables: arugula. This dark and peppery green peaks in the fall season when the leaves are thicker and have the most flavor. Fun facts: Arugula, the green also known as “rocket”, stays fresh [...]
Food: Some Great Tips
A portion of the population may be “supertasters” meaning that flavors can be amplified to them and found unsavory. They may struggle with foods like Brussels sprouts and other pungent vegetables. Scientists are working on a “bitterness blocker” that may help to make these foods more appetizing to these individuals. Eating while you work may [...]
What’s Your Favorite Fair Food? Corn Dogs!
When is the last time you and your family were at a State or County Fair? What do you remember most about your trip? If you’re like my family, it’s always about the food – the fair food, to be more specific. And, the first thing we eat when we arrive is always corn dogs! [...]
5 Strategies to Cut Healthy Food Costs
Have you noticed prices have jumped up since last year? Not only is how milk and bread gas more expensive, but food prices are steadily on the rise. Instead of paying $2 or $3 for a gallon of milk, expect to pay up to $5 for some brands. There are ways to still eat healthy while [...]
Cooking Food Properly
Food poisoning cases are on the rise, and a culprit is the improper handling of food. Experts at the Department of Health are trying to educate the people on how to prepare food properly to avoid cases of food poisoning. Below are some food safety tips that can keep us free from food poisoning. 1. [...]
8 Food Sources of Lycopene
Lycopene is a phytochemical responsible for the vibrant color in fruits and vegetables like tomatoes and papayas. It is actually sold as a food coloring, yet it has significant potential in its ability to ward off illness, most notably prostate cancer. Many nutritionists recommend about 6-10mg of lycopene per day for those who want to [...]
Cuisinart Elite Collection Food Processor
Amazon has this amazing deal for Cuisinart FP-12DC Elite Collection 12-Cup Food Processor, Die Cast for $175.58 and eligible for free super saver shipping. Product features: 1000-watt food processor with 12-cup work bowl and nesting 4-cup work bowl On/off/pulse touchpad controls; wide-mouth feed tube; blade-locking system Stainless-steel slicing disc, shredding disc, chopping/mixing blades, and dough blade [...]
People Still Eat Fast Food After a Heart Attack
Despite having a heart attack many people go right back to fast food, says a new study, eating it at least once per week. And while in the hospital, over 30% of study participants reported eating fast food once or more each week during the month before their heart attack. Fast food contains high levels [...]
Correlation Studies Aren’t “Junk Science,” Especially in Food Science
What is “junk science?” To me, after five years of reporting on health and diet news, it’s any study backed by a group with an agenda, like dairy farmers saying full-fat milk has no health risks, or PETA insisting that a vegen diet is the only optimal diet for humans. Those studies are tailor-made so [...]
Parents Buy Bad Food If Athletes Endorse It
Parents are more likely to buy less healthy food if sports stars promote it, claims a new study. Researchers said study participants perceived a product as healthier and of higher quality if an athlete was on it; more than half did not read the nutrition facts. Parents buying junk food contribute to the global obesity [...]
Four Weird Food Commercials
If you’re selling widgets, you could stand out on the sidewalk wearing a sandwich board, or you could throw a crystal ball at your boss’s crotch. Hey, whatever works! Sometimes nacho chips, beer for kids, soy sauce, and beer for adults, need to get a little nutty to move product. Sacrificing a little dignity never [...]
A Few Facts About Food
Broccoli contains many vitamins, as well as cancer-fighting phytochemicals, anti-estrogenic indoles, fiber, calcium and magnesium. Raisins are great source of iron, which helps blood transport oxygen to tissues and cells. Grapefruit is the best diet food; can speed up your metabolism and lower your insulin levels. Pinto Beans are excellent source of folate, which helps [...]
Don’t Be Tricked By Deceptive Food Marketing
If you buy a lot of packaged foods, but don’t take much time to read the labels, chances are you’re being duped by some of these products. I recently came across a helpful video by Natural News TV, which does a pretty good job of exposing some of the practices of big companies like Kellogg [...]
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