- Thailand’s Vegetarian Festival by John Turner
First time visitors arriving in Thailand at the start of any October might be puzzled by the myriad of eye-catching bright yellow pennants displayed by street vendors or nowadays even strung out in front of restaurants.
830 words 2006-07-23 - Pleasures of Soup by Merrie Schonbach
Often our diets change during the cold weather. More hot foods then cold sandwiches grace the dinner table. Our schedules do not slow down so we seek out hardy, quick to prepare meals.
169 words 2006-07-23 - Organic Baby Food A Big Hit In Scotland by Rick Hendershot
**50% of Scottish Babies fed Organic Baby FoodAccording to the Scotsman, more than half of Scottish children under two are now fed an exclusively organic diet. In fact, organic baby food accounted for 43% of total baby food sales in 2004.
614 words 2006-07-22 - Ancient Olympians Followed Atkins Diet by Dana Scripca
Atkins diet was unknown 35 years ago. Though it seems that ancient people - athletes particularly - followed a strict diet which is likewise Atkins basic. Strict diet and severe exercises for Ancient GreeksLong before dr Atkins finished his theory about ketosis and established his famous diet, ancient people had undertaken it, without any clue at all.
470 words 2006-07-21 - Obese Government by UCAnation
Very few people (including members of Congress) actually grasp the numbers involved in the federal budget. The total net "economy" of the United States is about $9. 25 trillion. That represents the total production, sales, purchase and consumption in the United States in 2003, according to estimates provided by the CIA.
386 words 2006-07-21 - Fiber – More Appealing Packaged In A Pear! by News Canada
(NC)—Fiber is a very beneficial substance for your body. And when fiber is delivered in the delicious and sweet package of a fresh pear, it takes on a whole new level of appeal. Pears are one of the most fiber-filled fruits around.
314 words 2006-07-21 - A Sweet Slice Of Summer by News Canada
As the days grow longer, peaches, plums and nectarines are ripe for the picking – and a must-have for summer meals(NC)—REEDLEY, Calif. — As Mother Nature turns up the heat, peaches, plums and nectarines will begin arriving in abundance at the local supermarkets and fruit stands.
613 words 2006-07-21 - The Skinny On Chicken by News Canada
Tips on Healthy Eating are Served(NC)-Eating well isn't always easy let alone finding the time to cook. But if your secret ingredient is chicken, maintaining a healthy diet is much less work.
267 words 2006-07-21 - Can Pizza Actually Be Healthy For You? by Ryan Cote
This article may come as a surprise to you, especially if you follow a healthy and nutritious diet. .. It's about pizza, the weakness of many people including me. I love pizza- always have.
307 words 2006-07-20 - Eating Correctly Using The Food Groups by Nitin Jain
Eating properly can help keep you healthy and fit. As long as you eat nutritionally your overall life will be more rewarding. Learning to eat nutritionally will keep you fit and usually you will be able to keep the proper weight for your size.
444 words 2006-07-20 - Regional Cuisine Hunan Cuisine by Kirsten Hawkins
Hunan cuisine shares many commonalities with its close, more well-known cousin, Szechwan cooking, Both cuisines originate in the Western region of China. The climate there is sub-tropical – humid and warm enough to encourage the use of fiery spices to help cool the body, and to require high spicing of food as a preservative.
581 words 2006-07-20 - What Should You Serve If Some Of Your Dinner Party Guests Are Diet-Conscious? by Joanie Williams
You are planning an elegant dinner party, with delicious food and drinks. But you know that two or three of the guests you really want around your table are trying to shed a few pounds. Can you invite them with a clear conscience – without feeling you are “sabotaging” their dieting efforts?
675 words 2006-07-20 - Chinese Dining Etiquette by Wong Yee Lee
At Chinese meal times, Chinese people use a round or square table. Person of the most importance would usually take the seat the farthest away from the door whilst the youngest or the person of the least importance would take the seat closest to the door.
495 words 2006-07-20 - The History of Thai Food by Andrew Hall
Thai food is famous all over the world. Whether chilli-hot or comparatively bland, harmony and contrast are the guiding principles behind each dish. Thai cuisine is essentially a marriage of centuries-old Eastern and Western influences harmoniously combined into something uniquely Thai.
421 words 2006-07-20 - Cooking Versus Raw Diet by Paul Hegarty
From a theoretical standpoint it is easy to reason to the conclusion that a raw diet-- grains, vegetables, fruits and nuts--should be the natural food of man. One can easily imagine how the first man to discover fire found comfort in basking in its warmth, and how natural it would be under these circumstances for him to also first warm any food that he might wish to eat.
339 words 2006-07-19 - Mi Vida My Life by Chris Robertson
Do you appreciate the taste of great food, but worry about your health? Are you on a restrictive diet, such as a diabetes diet or a low carb program? If you are, then it may be very difficult to find great tasting fresh foods that answer your health needs while still satisfying the taste buds.
910 words 2006-07-19 - Garam Masala - The Spices of India by Alden Smith
India is known for its excellent cuisine, it's unique regions of cooking, and a pleasant dining experience. India is distinguished in the world's cuisine for it vegetarian dishes. One thing all of the regional cuisines of India have in common is it's use of spices.
490 words 2006-07-19 - Eat Your Way To Healthy Hormones by News Canada
(NC)-Reaching for a mid-afternoon candy bar instead of ripe fruit or raw vegetables can have serious consequences on our physical - and emotional health. According to a recent survey, 70% of Canadians are not getting the recommended five to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables in their diet.
475 words 2006-07-19 - Indian Cookery with a British Twist by Liz Canham
In a traditional Indian home, the wife and mother does not go out to work. She stays at home and spends her days making sure that there is wholesome and tasty food ready for her family to eat whenever they may want it.
454 words 2006-07-18 - Japanese Cuisine by Kirsten Hawkins
Tempura, sukiyaki, sashimi, sushi – even the words used to describe the most basic of Japanese dishes are exotic and beautiful. Japanese cuisine is easily one of the healthiest in the world, with its concentration on fresh fish, seafood, rice and vegetables.
510 words 2006-07-18 - Regional Cuisine Of China: Szechuan Style by Kirsten Hawkins
The Szechuan style of cuisine arose from a culturally distinct area in the central western of part of China, a province known as Sichuan. This area of China came into its own culturally towards the end of the Shang Dynasty, during the 15th century.
574 words 2006-07-18 - Mother Was Right by Dianne Ronnow
Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables. It is almost impossible to get too much of these foods. They are full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients, as well as high in complex carbohydrates.
435 words 2006-07-17 - Whole Wheat Bread V. White Bread - Which One Will Prevail? by Beth Scott
Junk food addicts argue with health food nuts, asserting white bread to be the best. The health food nuts retaliate exclaiming about how much better store bought whole wheat bread is than white bread.
417 words 2006-07-17 - Regional Indian Cookery - The Punjab by Liz Canham
The Punjab is situated in eastern India and is divided by the Indian/Pakistani border. It is very fertile because of the rivers that cross here and as a consequence, agriculture is central to the economy.
606 words 2006-07-16 - Advice on Choosing Health Food And Healthy Foods And Reading Nutrition Labels by Chris Robertson
Health food doesn't need a definition, does it? We all know what health food is it's yogurt and granola, whole-grain cereal and organically grown vegetables and fruit. It's 100% natural, no preservatives or dyes, unadulterated, pure.
556 words 2006-07-16 - Eating the Australian Way by Chris Raynor
Australians are often divided into the haves, and the have-nots. But they're not always talking about money. These days, it's often the haves (too much body fat), versus the have-nots (not overweight).
367 words 2006-07-16 - The Cabbage Soup Diet Explained by Gloria Edmonds
This one is almost certainly in the 'Fad' camp. And you REALLY have to like cabbages in order to try this diet! You probably won't be surprised to find that this 7 day diet plan requires you to eat cabbage soup, constantly.
318 words 2006-07-16 - Aspartame Interview With Dr. Hull by Dr. Janet Starr Hull, PhD., CN
This aspartame interview was granted on 8/30/03 with Rebecca Kang from Singapore: InterviewQ: How often does an average person happen to consume products with aspartame? A; Daily in the United States.
1177 words 2006-07-16 - Preventing Prostate Cancer by News Canada
(NC)-It is increasingly recognized that diet plays a role in prostate cancer, a disease that affects one in eight men. For optimal health, it's important to exercise regularly and eat according to Canada's Food Guide, which recommends lots of fruits and vegetables, many of which contain the antioxidant selenium.
268 words 2006-07-16 - Versatile Zucchini by Sherry Fields
HistoryA zucchini is a small summer squash that can be either green or yellow with a ridged shape like a cucumber. It has smooth skin that can be striped or speckled. Summer squash is native to the America’s finding its origins in Guatemala and Mexico several thousand years ago, growing wild throughout the region.
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