Archive for June, 2008

Scripture Cake

Monday, June 30th, 2008

A favorite baking “conceit” for ladies in the 20th century, Scripture Cake required that the cook use the Bible to discover what ingredients were needed in the recipe. And since some of the Biblical passages were vague about the exact sweetening, spices, fruits and nuts that were to be used, several varieties of Scripture Cakes [...]

Thirty ways to trim 100 calories

Saturday, June 28th, 2008

Did you know that if you take in 100 fewer calories a day, you can lose up to 10 pounds in one year? Little changes can make a difference. Sometimes, it’s easier to tackle small steps instead of trying to make a lot of big changes all at once. Try these simple suggestions to see [...]

Frying Can Raise The Risk Of Cancer

Friday, June 27th, 2008

EXPOSURE to cooking oil used to fry chips can increase your risk of cancer,
research has revealed. 
Scientists say potentially harmful particles are released into the air when oil is
heated to the temperatures needed to cook chips or stir-fries. 
Repeated exposure to these chemicals can increase the chance of diseases such
as lung, breast and bladder cancer. 
All cooking oils [...]

Creamy Minted Blueberry Tortilla Wraps

Wednesday, June 25th, 2008

Ingredients:
4 98-percent fat free tortillas
8 ounces fat free cream cheese at room temperature
2 tablespoons lime juice
2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 /4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup diced mango or pineapple
Directions:
In a small bowl combine the cheese, lime juice, mint, cinnamon (and sugar or honey, if desired) and beat until blended. Set aside.
Toss together [...]

Recall of Burrata Cheese

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

June 23, 2008 — Fresca Italia of Brisbane, CA is recalling Burrata, a type of cheese, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms [...]

Stay Cool!

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008

Being too hot stresses your body out so you don’t perform as well. Consequently, you won’t burn as much fat.
Stay cool while working out.
(And don’t forget to stay hydrated when it’s hot!)
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What is it about water?

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

There are lots of recommendations out there that we don’t drink enough water and we ought to drink more. Does it help you lose weight? Are you getting enough? Are American’s dehydrated? Does it make you feel full? Or sleepy?
What we do know is that our kidneys love to make dilute urine. You are getting [...]

Free Fat-Trimming Tips

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

A free download offer to help you learn some fat trimming tips to incorporate into your every day diet.

Chocolate Pudding Pie

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

I haven’t met anyone yet who doesn’t enjoy this pie! I made it for Father’s Day and all but one piece was gobbled up and that is only because no one wanted to take that last piece from Dad as it’s one of his favorites.  Being that I made this one for an occasion, the [...]

Tomato Warning Reminder

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

› FDA is continuing to warn consumers nationwide that a salmonellosis outbreak has been linked to certain raw red plum, red Roma, and red round tomatoes, and products containing these raw, red tomatoes.

http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/tomatoes.html
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