Jazz up food gifts with help from the InternetMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:11PMGift-giving cooks have found an extra edge on the Internet, where recipes and other tools for homemade food gifts abound.
Growers await chemical decisionFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:00PMIn a fourth floor state office overlooking Sacramento City Hall, Mary-Ann Warmerdam must make a contentious choice about how farmers grow one of America's favorite foods – the strawberry.
Banish blemishesWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 5:28PMClinique’s new brightening range is claimed to show results within four weeks.
Kimchi Fried RiceSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:43PMFried rice doesn't have to be unhealthful, so long as oil is kept to a minimum and rice is balanced with vegetables and lean protein.
Survey: Maintaining Team USA's Health Is Top ConcernFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:00AMThousands of the world's top athletes have convened in Vancouver to battle it out in the name of their country at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. After the Opening Ceremony is complete, these athletes will rely on their training, concentration and good health to earn them a spot on the winner's podium. Â All three are important factors in going for the gold, however, if athletes don't feel well ...
Flavor of the week: PearsThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 11:23PMCan pears substitute espresso for a quick energy boost?
How sweet it is: sugar substitutesWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 7:21PMDear Kitchen Shrink, I have a bad sweet tooth, but refined sugars make me light-headed and queasy, while artificial sweeteners give me a terrible aftertaste. Any suggestions for sweet alternatives would be much appreciated. - Karen Cane (no kidding) Refined sugars are destructive cousins to the evil artificial sweeteners. The former give a dose of "naked" calories that rob the body of vital ...
Barbara Quinn: All about tomatoesWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 7:49AMWe fast approach March ... National Nutrition Month! And the theme designated by the American Dietetic Association — the largest group of nutrition professionals in the world — is "Nutrition from the Ground Up." How appropriate, then, this question from a reader in Jacksonville, Fla.: Dear Ms.
Do your body good: Drink milkTuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 4:40PMMilk is an important food in our diet. Like meat, fish, poultry and eggs, milk is an excellent sourc
Seeking out fine sake at its Saijo sourceSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 3:04PMAs we walked out of the station, the sleepy town of Saijo stretched before us like a cat in the late-afternoon sun.The streets were quiet. Pockets of snow lay in the chilly shadows and melting frost dripped from the telephone wires. In the photogenic winter light, the colors were razor sharp. The white walls gleamed, and the spindly red chimneys of Saijo's sake breweries were framed against an ...
Here's the beefSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 1:55PMWhere's the beef? That phrase has never lost its appeal -- beef is a protein that lends itself beautifully to a variety of dishes.[...]
Connecting a communityTuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 2:44PMDo you know of any great personalities with a recipe to share? Email msmalley@peacearchnews.com others also read...
Vanity fareWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 6:46PMDESPITE all the hype, many are still unaware of the major health problems linked to overexposure to UV radiation.
Vitamin C can help with hivesWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 5:00AMQ: In a message on your site, the mother of a 14-year-old boy with chronic hives suggested vitamin C. I've been searching for a cure for hives, as they have been plaguing my husband for years now.
Aphrodisiacs — legend or legit?Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 3:34AMAs a guy, I thought it important to remind many of my brethren that this Sunday is Valentine's Day. So, gentlemen, you cannot wait until Saturday evening to think about what you are getting your loved one because ... everything will be closed.
Superfoods not always expensive, obscureTuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 8:28AMThe term “superfoods” gets thrown around a lot. Unfortunately, it’s often attached to nutrient-rich foods that are expensive, obscure (Acai berry? Isn’t that what’s in all those annoying Facebook ads?) or, um, something of an acquired taste. (Really, Oprah? Sardines?) So our list of superfoods for 2010, developed from conversations with dietitians, kinesiologists and holistic-health experts, is ...
10 super foods to eat for a healthier youFriday, January 29, 2010 @ 9:08PMA practical list of foods rich in nutrients and health benefits to add to your meals. Plus, a recipe for Lentil And Chile Soup that combines several of the super foods.
Rethink your drinkThursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:09AMYour daily beverages can pack in a huge amount of invisible, empty calories.
10 superfoods to eat in 2010Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 12:05AMThe term "superfoods" gets thrown around a lot, especially this time of year. Unfortunately, it's often attached to nutrient-rich foods that are expensive, obscure. (Acai berry?) Or something of an acquired taste. (Sardines?)
Superfoods to eatWednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 2:31AMResolve to eat these 10 foods — blueberries, quinoa, seaweed, walnuts, kefir, apples, chiles, lentils, eggs and romaine lettuce — and be a healthier you in 2010.
Jazz up food gifts with help from the InternetWednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 1:01AMGift-giving cooks have found an extra edge on the Internet, where recipes and other tools for homemade food gifts abound.
Megan Murphy: Underappreciated butternut squash perks up risottoMonday, January 18, 2010 @ 12:04AMMaking risotto the regular way is a time-consuming process, hardly something most of us can do often. But today's recipe is made in the microwave in less than half the time. Plus, it has far less fat than traditional risotto, which often calls for much more oil or butter.The addition of the butternut squash provides key nutrients and adds to the creaminess you expect in a risotto. Butternut ...
Let the sunshine in with juicy citrusWednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 9:42AMThe thermometer may tout chilly temperatures, but winter brings with it a sunny gift: citrus fruits.
100 things: What we're drinkingTuesday, January 5, 2010 @ 2:09AMBig ice, drinking vinegars and hibiscus punch are just a few of the trends we found to enhance our sipping.
Pomegranates can combat MRSATuesday, December 29, 2009 @ 12:36PMScientists have discovered that the fruit can be combined with vitamin C and metal salts to fight hospital superbugs Scientists have discovered the power of fruit as a potential new weapon in the fight against MRSA and other hospital superbugs. A team from the University of Kingston, in Surrey, have shown that pomegranate can be used to create an ointment with the power to tackle the drug ...
Champagne-infused beauty productsThursday, December 24, 2009 @ 2:40PMGrape seed extract contained in the liquid adds healthful properties to skin care products. And champagne tones add shimmer to makeup. Grape seed extract contained in the liquid adds healthful properties to skin care products. And champagne tones add shimmer to makeup.
Vicks(R) Has Introduced DayQuil(R) Mucus Control(TM) and DayQuil(R) Mucus Control(TM) DMWednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 10:13AMCINCINNATI, Dec. 23, 2009 /PRNewswire/ -- Mucus can be one of the most embarrassing aspects of a cold. Clearing mucus in public can lead to feelings of anxiety. For this reason, Vicks has introduced new DayQuil Mucus Control and DayQuil Mucus Control DM.
Holiday wish list for Myrtle Beach areaTuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 1:18PMAs friends and families gather today to give thanks, some may mention the volunteers for the area
Gluten-free Green & Grain belongs on your shopping listTuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 1:09PMThe first thing you are struck by when you enter Green & Grain in North Arlington is just how pristine the place is. Yes, food markets are supposed to be clean, but as shoppers know, that isn’t always the case.
Consumers shell out cash for foreign goodsMonday, December 21, 2009 @ 4:07AMVietNamNet Bridge – Vietnamese consumers are so fond of foreign made products that they would purchase the goods at exorbitant prices even when they do not understand about the goods.
Tis the season for chestnutsSaturday, December 19, 2009 @ 3:03PMA guide to selecting and storing chestnuts, December's most notable nut
WHAT'S COOKING IN MORRIS? This week: Making the most of seasonal squashThursday, December 10, 2009 @ 3:34AMWith their hard orange, green or yellow rinds and oblong geometry, winter squash appear more decorative than edible. However, once you brave past their rough exterior, a sweet, versatile flesh is yours to flavor and savor on a cold winter's night.
Frozen or canned — How do veggies measure up?Friday, December 4, 2009 @ 5:17AMYour mom always told you to eat your vegetables. But, did she ever tell you which ones were better for you — frozen or canned? Even though this isn’t one of the choices listed above, fresh is best, especially if it’s from a backyard garden or local farm market.
How to uncook an eggWednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 3:15PMIt might not be the way your mother did it, but Dr Hervé This has a novel suggestion for how to cook the turkey this Christmas: in the dishwasher. Presumably the founder of molecular gastronomy and the author of a new book entitled The Science of the Oven has thought through this efficient way of doing Christmas Eve’s dishes at the same time as tenderising the bird for the big day.
Jazz up food gifts with help from the InternetWednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 12:50AMGift-giving cooks have found an extra edge on the Internet, where recipes and other tools for homemade food gifts abound.
Ingredient in Focus: CranberryTuesday, December 1, 2009 @ 11:54AMhttp://www.vegetarian-nutrition.info/ With its vibrant color and pleasantly tart flavor, the cranberry is a festive addition to our holiday meal traditions. This is the time of year where fresh cranberries are thriving at their nutritional peak. Cranberries are rich in vitamin C, fiber and dish up a hearty serving of antioxidants. Research suggests compounds in ...
Butternut squash vitamin-packedMonday, November 30, 2009 @ 2:25AMIt can be a pleasant surprise when a food with butter in its name turns out to be good for you, as in the case of butternut squash.
Fall vegetable a flavourful affairWednesday, November 25, 2009 @ 4:03PMIf you could take a bite of autumn, it would taste like freshly-baked pumpkin pie!
Liquid Lightning making waves in energy drink marketMonday, November 23, 2009 @ 1:01PMAfter 30 years working in the same field, two brothers made a 360-degree turn from the industry their father ran in Pompton Lakes since 1971. After selling C.J.M. Planning Corp. in 2005, Charles Musumeci and his brother Joe wanted to remain business owners.
Everyday PoisonsSaturday, November 21, 2009 @ 3:24AMConsume with caution: 10 products and substances to avoid for a longer, healthier life.