Oil or Butter? They Are Both Fat!
By Michael Sheridan - 4/3/2009
Newsflash: there is a world beyond olive oil. Look, I like olive oil as much as the next person and I use it extensively in my cooking. However there are alternatives and there are very good reasons for using some of them. But let?s just stay with olive oil for a second or two longer. How often have...
What is Noni Fruit?
By Steve Valentino - 4/3/2009
Noni fruit has gained worldwide notoriety in recent years for its health benefits, but also as a result of how those benefits have been exaggerated. Noni fruit is packed with nutrients ? some well known, others more mysterious ? that can help you to live a healthier, longer life. Several animal stud...
Does Retin-A Work for Acne Scars?
By Jon Butt - 4/3/2009
Your face needs help and retin-a for acne scars is a long-standing treatment that can work with other topical healing products that people use as part of their home remedies for clear skin. Retin-a is formulated to work based on the natural results that vitamin A has in fighting acne and giving you ...
Olive Oil ? Real or Fake ? Who Decides?
By Kelly Martinez - 4/3/2009
The evidence is overwhelming - Real extra virgin olive oil not only enhances the taste of food but is good for you, consider the following headlines: Olive oil `acts like painkiller` - BBC Mediterranean Diet Adds Years to Your Life (high intake of ... olive oil) - MedicalNewsToday.com Oleic Acid Key...
How Does Sunless Tanning Lotion Work?
By Ken Marlborough - 4/3/2009
Perhaps you want a suntanned look for just one occasion such as an evening out. Maybe you want something with more even coverage and a longer life. Or, maybe you`ve looked at all options available in sunless tanning products and decided to get your tan the old-fashioned way, after all. All of this i...
Lima Bean Potato Gruel
By Pamela Svoboda - 4/3/2009
Recipe
(The way my family ate it)
Cut up 1 small potato into large thumb size dices.
Boil on med. boil for 10 minutes in 2 cups of water.
Add ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper.
Add 2 large tablespoon of butter then turn heat to medium.
While stirring, add 2 tablespoons of flour in a little at a...
Dry Skin Care Quiz
By Joel Walsh - 4/3/2009
Think you know what dry skin is all about? Take this quiz and scratch your itch to learn more about dry skin. (The answers are located at the end of the quiz.) 1. What is
*not* one of the three most common skin types?
a.) Moist b.) Normal c.) Dry d.) Oily
2. What is
"c...
Need to Look Your Best in a Hurry? Tips for a Quick and Polished Look!
By Charlotte Maddox - 4/3/2009
Need to look your best in a hurry? Start with your face: it?s your ?canvas.? Two ways to improve your appearance quickly are to get the glow of healthy skin and then create a "polished" look. Have a little extra time the night before your event? Eliminate the buildup of dead surface cells that dul...
Buying A Wholesale Tanning Bed
By Ken Marlborough - 4/3/2009
The tanning industry is showing no signs of stopping. If you ever wanted to open a tanning salon, now is the time to buy wholesale tanning beds. Many retailers sell tanning beds at wholesale costs. The best place to buy wholesale is online, since there are no warehouses or sales staff to pay. Online...
Dental Implants in New York
By Kevin Stith - 4/3/2009
With many well-known specialists living and working in the area, seeking dental implants in New York can be a relatively painless process. The process of inserting a dental implant not only will eliminate the problem of tooth loss or decay, but it can also restore that beautiful smile you longed for...
Natural Sources For Vitamins
By John Gibb - 4/3/2009
For those who are interested in keeping up their health by taking vitamins, it is important to know that the naturally occurring vitamins found in organic sources far outweigh the potency of synthetically designed vitamins. As an example, beta carotene, an important plant form of Vitamin A, and one ...
The Fountain of Youth
By Terri Emmett - 4/3/2009
The fountain of youth has always been the most sought-after yet illusive pursuit of man. Does it truly exist? Yes, it does, but not in a tangible form. The fountain of youth is an attitude, a way of thinking, and a way of life. The biggest thrill of childhood was the anticipation of joy and happi...
Beware of Noni Fruit Scams
By Steve Valentino - 4/3/2009
Multi-level marketing companies came under a lot of fire in the 1990?s and early 2000?s for allowing its distributors to claim cure-all properties for noni. Governmental organizations such as the Food and Drug Administration in the United States, the National Food Administration in Finland, and othe...
Celebrity Beauty Secrets
By Allison Saunders - 4/3/2009
So you want to look like a star? Who doesn?t? It would be really nice to wake up and have
someone else worry about your hair and makeup. Celebrities have ?people? whose very jobs are to help famous
faces look their best. Award-winning actresses, runway models, even pop stars all
depend on their l...
The Science of Skin Care
By Dawn Hull - 4/3/2009
Research and development departments of many cosmetic companies use the science of aging skin to come up with state-of-the-art products that address many of the reasons why skin appears to age as well as taking into consideration the proper daily procedures necessary to maintain healthy, radiant ski...
Lip Tips
By Sher Matsen - 4/3/2009
Nice lips are every woman?s wish but as we get older some things grow and some things shrink, and never in the order we wish. Your lips are going to get smaller and thinner. Now stop! It?s not the end of the world. There are plenty of things you can do to make your lips look fuller. If you?ve go...
Best Recipes: Rum Raisin Cheesecake
By Donna Monday - 5/15/2008
If you like rum raisin ice cream, you?ll enjoy the flavor of rum raisin in this unique cheesecake.
Crust
1 cup old fashioned or quick cooking oats, uncooked
¼ cup chopped nuts
3 tablespoons margarine, melted
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
Filling
2 8-oz. pkgs. cream c...
Making Hamburger Recipes is Easy and Fun
By Donna Monday - 5/14/2008
When I was a kid Wimpy from the old Popeye cartoon show was one of my favorite characters because he expressed a deep love and obsession with hamburgers on a bun. Wimpy was always looking for hamburgers and wasn?t happy unless his plate was piled high with steaming hot hamburgers.
Even though I co...
Mrs. Butters? Secret Key Lime Pie Recipe
By Dr. Larry Winebrenner - 5/13/2008
"Frozen Key Lime Pie recipe?" Fern Butters asked. "Child, I?ll take that secret with me to the grave."
Fern Butters? frozen key lime pie was legend. Every time President Harry S Truman went through Islamorada on Upper Matecumbe Key on his way to the "Little White House" in Key West, he stopped. Mo...
Japanese Cuisine
By Troy Pentico - 5/13/2008
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. The pungent sauces and delicate flavors o...
Italian Sweets
By Kirsten Hawkins - 5/12/2008
The regional cuisine of Italy is surely a delight to the senses. With the pasta, seafood, savory meats and cheeses, and delicious crusty breads, it is hard to stop yourself from eating until you are packed full. However, if you do not remember to save a little room, you may miss out on the best part...
Four Easy Zucchini Bread Recipes
By Rachel Paxton - 5/10/2008
Tired of the same old zucchini bread recipe and want to try something new? Here is a standard zucchini bread recipe in addition to three variations your family is sure to love.
Zucchini Bread
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup oil
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups peeled and grated zucchini
- 3 tsp...
Cheesecake A Most Wonderful Desert
By Andrew Krause - 5/7/2008
Cheesecake is probably the most wonderful desert for just any occasion, they are so thick, rich and creamy and most enjoyed by everyone, children alike.
The flavors that there are to choose from are sometimes staggering and trying to pick a favorite can be mind boggling, how can anyone just pick ...
Bubble Bread It Can Be Satisfying
By Andrew Krause - 5/3/2008
Bubble bread is one of the breads that I have found to be kind of unique and definitely different, but good.
I like the taste and texture of this bread and the aroma will make you want more.
1 cup warm milk
½ cup shortening
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package dry yeast
<...
Barbecue Islands - Taking Your Kitchen Outside
By Judy Simpson - 5/1/2008
Barbecue islands are an amazing way to have fun with family and friends while having everything you need at your fingertips for cooking. You`ll be able to bring your indoor kitchen outside. Barbecue islands are perfect for covered porches or patios.
While choosing an outdoor kitchen which can be a...
Vegetarian Cuisine
By Troy Pentico - 4/30/2008
Rabbit food. That?s what my dad calls vegetarian cooking and cuisine. Salads and vegetables ? can?t be anything more to it, can there? Oh, but there is. Vegetarian cooking is at least as varied as ?regular? cooking ? and in some cases, far more imaginative.
Nearly thirty years ago, Diet for a Sm...
The History of Coffee
By Chris Vorelli - 4/30/2008
Who would have thought that a berry that was discovered by a herd of goats would be the single most important ingredient in the world?s most popular drink? Legend has it that back in 850AD, a goat herder noticed his herd was full of energy and eating berries he had never noticed. Since the goats see...
Culinary Traditions Of Cuba
By Kirsten Hawkins - 4/29/2008
The East Caribbean island of Cuba has a rich cultural heritage from which has arisen culinary traditions that are as vibrant and varied as the variety of cultures that have contributed to the development of this distinct and delicious cuisine. In addition to the ancient influence of the native peopl...
How To Clean A Coffee Maker
By Gary Gresham - 4/24/2008
Ever wonder how to clean a coffee maker the right way? Drip coffee makers need to be cleaned at least once a month to keep your coffee tasting good.
Cleaning your coffee maker takes away hard water deposits, old oils from previously brewed pots and other impurities that can make your coffee taste ...
Fire Cracker Italian Sausage Pasta
By Bek Davis - 4/24/2008
You will find that this recipe is very easy to make. And you can prep all of your ingredients in advance. Perfect for the busy mom on the go. Once you have all your troops ready for dinner, you can toss it all together in a matter of minutes.
This is a recipe that is a huge hit with my entire fami...
The Skinny on Oats, Oatmeal, Vitamins Nutrition for Skin Care and Bath Products
By Nick A. James - 4/23/2008
Oats (botanical name Avena sativa)
An oat is a grass that produces a fibrous root and a hollow jointed stem with narrow, flat, pale-green leaves. Oats are native to southern Europe and eastern Asia. They are widely cultivated as a food.
An oat is an edible cereal grain produced by the cereal gra...
Gyokuro Cheesecake Recipe
By Eric Newman - 4/23/2008
This Gyokuro cheesecake makes an elegant dessert. Perfect for any occasion, and pretty easy to make.
Gyokuro Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 10 chocolate graham crackers
- 1/4 cup confectioners` sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup low-fat margerine, melted
...
Hire a Personal Chef for A Dinner Party?
By Ronald Yip - 4/21/2008
Think only the rich and famous have the privilege of having a personal chef wait on their every craving or gourmet pleasure? Think again.
Personal chefs are now helping couples and families to present fabulous home cooked dinners to their guests. And it`s not as expensive as you think!
Why hire ...
Soup - A Meal In A bowl
By Roshan Kumar - 4/19/2008
Soup is often called a meal in a bowl; Various forms of cooking remove the essential nutrients from the vegetables, but soups retain most of the essential vitamins and minerals and makes a nourishing and a healthy meal.
Soups can be easily made at home; Depending on the number of people to be serv...
Oil or Butter? They Are Both Fat!
By Michael Sheridan - 4/19/2008
Newsflash: there is a world beyond olive oil.
Look, I like olive oil as much as the next person and I use it extensively in my cooking. However there are alternatives and there are very good reasons for using some of them. But let?s just stay with olive oil for a second or two longer.
How often ...
Great Appetizers for Baby Showers and Other Parties
By Criss White - 4/19/2008
One of the biggest challenges for planning a baby shower or any other party is picking the right food. Appetizers and snacks are great for all types of parties, big and small. Here are some delicious appetizer ideas that you can make yourself or buy for your party:
1) Stuffed Mushrooms - Stuffed m...
Best Recipes: Pumpkin Pie Bars
By Donna Monday - 4/18/2008
A great treat to make for Halloween parties and Thanksgiving get-togethers are Pumpkin Pie Bars. These scrumptious cookie bars taste like mini pumpkin pies, and best of all, they?re portable. A yummy way to celebrate the arrival of the fall season.
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cu...
Wine Storage is the Key to Preserving and Aging your Wine
By David Chandler - 4/16/2008
Wine storage is key to the success of any collection. If you enjoy collecting find wines then you will want to look into the best of all wine storage options. There are many different ways to store your wine but no matter which wine storage solution you choose you will need to keep the conditions c...
Gourmet Coffee Beans - a Brief Overview
By Jerry Powell - 4/15/2008
The coffee plant has two main species. There is the Coffea Arabica, which is the more traditional coffee and considered to be superior in flavor, and the Coffea Canephora known more commonly as Robusta. Robusta tends to be higher in caffeine and can be grown in climates and environments were Arabica...
The Curious History Of Wine Consumption In America
By Ben Bicais - 5/12/2007
The history of wine consumption in America has been frought with starts, stops, and inconsistencies. The American population has always had a love-hate relationship with alcohol. Historic prohibitionist attitudes amongst much of the American population have blurred the line between moderate wine c...
Growing Your Own Herbs for Tea
By Cyndi Roberts - 5/10/2007
If you love herbal teas, as I do, you know they are just a little bit pricey. However, growing your own herbs is easy and so much fun!
Here are just a few of the herbs you might want to consider for a tea garden:
Chamomile: Remember the favorite tea of Peter Rabbit? Only the flowers of this fr...
Best Recipes: Strawberry Orange Smoothie
By Donna Monday - 5/3/2007
Looking for a tasty fruit smoothie? Make this Strawberry Orange Smoothie in just a few minutes. It?s delicious and really good for you too. If you like strawberries and orange juice then this is a great fruit smoothie to have for breakfast or lunch.
Strawberries and orange juice are healthy and ve...
Office Lunches? Sans Sandwich
By News Canada - 5/2/2007
(NC)?If carrying lunch is too reminiscent of school days, maybe it`s because you`re packing the same old sandwiches.
If your office lunchroom has a fridge with a freezer and a microwave oven, bring something different ? frozen, fully-cooked foods that you can heat and eat in about 3 minutes. By pr...
Do you ever Search for Quick recipes?
By Mike Yeager - 5/1/2007
In the quest for more time, searching for quick recipes online can be a big help. Cutting time out of cooking will free up time for other things. But, can you find easy gourmet recipes or quick crock pot recipes? The answer is yes. Many websites contain free recipes of any type that you can use. Are...
How to Make Beer
By Jason Ditto - 4/23/2007
Making beer is easy, inexpensive, and most of all, fun. With the rise in popularity of homebrewing, there are a wide variety of top quality ingredients available.
You can literally make hundreds of styles of beer that will taste great and impress your friends. Getting started making beer will onl...
Bottled Water Is Better Than Tap Water?
By Dr. John Roberts - 4/22/2007
Is bottled water better than tap water?
Nov. 6, 2004
If you think bottled water is safer than tap water, you need to read the following.
A Dutch study presented at a recent meeting of the American Society for Microbiology in Washington, DC. found that 40% of bottled water is contaminated wi...
The Best Cup of Drip Coffee Possible
By Chiacchia Del - 4/22/2007
With a ?good? cup of coffee costing almost as much as a good sandwich these days, more and more people are taking to making their coffee at home from an ?old fashioned? drip coffee machine. With the influence of Starbucks and the others out there, people are demanding a better cup of coffee all of t...
Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake
By LeAnn R. Ralph - 4/18/2007
Bottom Layer:
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Cream shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs and stir in milk. Add dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. ...
The Honeybush Miracle.
By Janet Holmes - 4/17/2007
Perhaps a little eclipsed by the world-wide success of Rooibos, another natural South African health tea, Honeybush; is finally getting the attention it deserves.
Honeybush tea ( botanical name: Cyclopia intermedia ) grows along mountain slopes in the Cedarberg and Langkloof area, and has a natur...
Curried Turkey Wraps
By News Canada - 4/23/2006
Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Makes: 4 servings (wraps)
1/4 cup (50 mL) Knorr® Spicy Caribbean Marinade
1/2 cup (125 mL) light mayonnaise
2 tbsp (30 mL) honey
3/4 tsp (3 mL) curry powder
1/4 cup (50 mL) diced celery
1/4 cup (50 mL) sliced green onions
1/4 cup (50 mL) raisins or dried cran...
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