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Sell By Dates, What do You Think?

By Dominic on Saturday, January 14th, 2012 | Comments Off

Different people have different views when it comes the sell by dates that you see on food labels. I know that if something is even one day out of date my mum will throw it away without giving it a second thought where as I know other people who don’t even look at the sell by date, if it doesn’t smell funny and is not covered in mould it is OK in their eyes.

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A Review Of The Philips Air Fryer

By Dominic on Thursday, December 8th, 2011 | Comments Off

The Philips air fryer is a new and ingenious way of frying the food you love but using only a tiny amount of air and oil. We have just bought one and can not believe how good this is and how nice the food tastes.

We read all the reviews on the internet and decided to buy one. You could use it for a month and take it back if you were not 100% satisfied. We thought we have got nothing to lose and even if you keep it, it has got a world wide 2 year guarantee.

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The 10 Golden Rules To Student Food Budgeting

By Dominic on Thursday, November 17th, 2011 | Comments Off

The 10 golden rules that must be followed for student food budgeting will keep you from overspending, buying junk, and keeping your young one healthy. The number one rule is to buy fresh. There are whole industries that have been developed to convince us that we need things that we actually don’t.

Never is that more true than the marketing to our kids. Buying fresh ingredients instead of purchasing prepackaged goods is the best way to keep your kids healthy and to keep your budget low.

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What Should You Store In Your Cupboard?

By Dominic on Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 | Comments Off

There is a list of things that you should store in your cupboard and have at all times. Each is chosen for different reasons, but none is more important than the next. Making sure to always have these things on hand will save you in a pinch or during a disaster, just make sure to never go without these things.

With times as uncertain as they are, there are a couple of things that you should always have in your cupboard. They are items that may be used everyday or just in an emergency, but make sure that you have them on you at all times.

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Top 5 Superfoods: Why Are They Superfoods And What Can They Do For Your Health?

By Dominic on Sunday, October 16th, 2011 | Comments Off

There are 5 superfoods that you just simply should not live without. These little powerhouses are incredible ways to get all the nutrition without the fat. They are hidden treasures that are easy to keep for snacking, and require no preparation. Most have very little calorie content and will surprise you at their benefits to your health.

One of the top 5 superfoods are blueberries. Not only are they the perfect pre-packaged meal, but they are inexpensive and above all yummy. Who knew this little package of perfection could be so packed full of antioxidants and phytoflavinoids. They are also chalked full of vitamin C and potassium, making them quite possibly the best post work out snack. They have been proven to lower risks of both cancer and heart disease, and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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Are You Stuck In A Rut With Your Cooking?

By Dominic on Saturday, October 8th, 2011 | Comments Off

We have all been there, when the kids ask what’s for dinner and you tell them, the groans ensue. You can’t really blame them. If you take a good look at what you have been fixing for them to eat and find that you have about 7 different meals that you just continually rotate, then maybe it is time to mix things up a bit. Throw caution to the wind and try something new, you may find a new family favorite and something that will not require as much work as you think.

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Could You Feed Your Family For A Week On 50 Pounds?

By Dominic on Thursday, September 22nd, 2011 | Comments Off

If you are like the rest of us you are finding yourself tightening your belt as your disposable income is becoming less so. Finding ways to cut costs have become a national past time. One of the easiest ways to cut costs is through lowering your grocery bill each week. Feeding your family for cheap may be much easier than you thought possible.

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The Perfect Health Drink

By Dominic on Wednesday, September 14th, 2011 | Comments Off

If you are trying to lose weight, make sure that you are not sacrificing your health in an attempt to cut calories. Even if you are trying to cut down on your intake, you still need to make sure that you are getting the right nutrition to keep your body healthy. Getting nutrition from your favorite low calorie drinks is the best way to get all the vitamins that you need. Hidden in your favorite everyday drinks is all the nutrition that your body will need to maintain a sound body.

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Why A Good Diet Is Important

By Dominic on Sunday, August 28th, 2011 | Comments Off

If you want to be healthy, improving your diet is the way to do it. [Natural] Foods contain everything that your body needs to function at its finest. Here are the things that your body extracts from the foods you eat.

ANTIOXIDANTS: An “antioxidant” is something that prevents “oxidation.” They help to prevent the signs of aging. They are also, therefore, good for boosting your immune system. Foods which are high in antioxidants, like Vitamin A, C (ascorbic acid), E, zinc, selenium, and coenzyme Q include:

Root vegetables like carrots, onion, sweet potato, and beets

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How The MyPlate Diagram (The New Food Pyramid) Can Help You Better Understand A Healthy Diet

By Dominic on Saturday, August 20th, 2011 | Comments Off

The USDA has recently introduced the new MyPlate diagram, which is slated to replace the, apparently, archaic Food Pyramid. While it is certainly something that will take some getting used to, this design it does appear to be much easier to understand what the average American diet should be. Not surprisingly it is very similar to the old food pyramid, but there are some changes.

First of all, if you recall, the base of the food pyramid used to be the section that was breads, grains, and starches. Of course, we realize now that a “starch” was quite often part of the vegetable category. Regardless of this, though, because it performed functions that were similar to grains, they were lumped together. You were supposed to get at least 6 servings a day.

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Common Nutrient Deficiencies In The American Diet

By Dominic on Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 | Comments Off

Everyone knows that it’s important to eat a healthy diet because natural foods contain vitamins and minerals that are necessary for optimum organ functionality. However, most people probably do not know the dangers that lie in vitamins and minerals deficiency. Here are some of the most common deficiencies in the America diet.

CHROMIUM—90% deficient (in the American diet): a mineral found in whole grains, lean meats, and some spices, chromium deficiency is characterized by anxiety and fatigue and long term deficiency can lead to type II diabetes!

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9 Things To Buy At The Supermarket

By Dominic on Monday, July 11th, 2011 | Comments Off

Eating healthy is easier than you think. While many people do not have immediate access to a farmer’s market where they can find organic produce, your local grocery store does have many of the things that nutritionists will tell you are good for you. A good rule of thumb is to stick to the outside of the grocery store and avoid the aisles.

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Is Subway Really “Healthier” Than McDonald’s?

By Dominic on Sunday, July 3rd, 2011 | Comments Off

Subway has been very smart in the way that they market their brand. Touted as a healthy alternative to traditional fast food, they have grown at an alarmingly quick rate and have (supposedly) overtaken McDonald’s as the largest “fast food” chain in the world.

With approximately 1,000 more global stores than McDonald’s, Subway is growing at six new stores per week, and they show no signs of stopping any time soon. However, is there success due to the fact that they are indeed better for you than the greasy, fatty fare of the past generation or is there success simply a result of their intuitive marketing strategy?

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Archive for the ‘General’ Category

Sell By Dates, What do You Think?

A Review Of The Philips Air Fryer

The 10 Golden Rules To Student Food Budgeting

What Should You Store In Your Cupboard?

Top 5 Superfoods: Why Are They Superfoods And What Can They Do For Your Health?

Are You Stuck In A Rut With Your Cooking?

Could You Feed Your Family For A Week On 50 Pounds?

The Perfect Health Drink

Why A Good Diet Is Important

How The MyPlate Diagram (The New Food Pyramid) Can Help You Better Understand A Healthy Diet

Common Nutrient Deficiencies In The American Diet

9 Things To Buy At The Supermarket

Is Subway Really “Healthier” Than McDonald’s?

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