Recipes Low Fat & Calorie (slim)

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No fail diet= no food till 5:P.M , allowed only is a coffee with a 1/2 inch of a sweet in morning................helps if substitutes for starch in late afternoon..........but if you stick to salads, meat, cheece , I find you can eat all you wish till next quick fast. I lost 10 lbs. per month on this diet, when I avoided sweets and bread to 20% old portions......... Diet works because no eating decisions for the 15-16 hour no food by mouth manifesto period.
Scholars suspect this fasting entices and enhances nice friendlies in body to knock down risks of major disease, and slays pre- diabetes AIC scores..

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happy easter gary, bless his soul

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I'm starting to get serious about my diet.
I now dunk my donuts in slim fast!

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The best things in life are not fat free.

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Thai Curry Chicken

2 Big fat chicken breasts (skinless/boneless) cut into 1" chunks
1 Medium onion diced
3 Cloves of garlic minced
1 cup of frozen mixed veggies
1 cup rice (not cooked)
1 tsp thai curry powder (hot stuff) Mmmmmmmmm
2 cups chicken stock
salt & pepper to taste
olive oil

Saute chicken, onion and garlic in oil over medium low heat for 5 min. Add rice, stock, curry powder, salt & pepper, bring to a simmer and cover. After 5 minutes stir in frozen veggies and simmer covered for an additional 10 min. Make sure rice is done and serve it up!

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Can Your Kitchen Pass the Food Safety Test?
What comes to mind when you think of a clean kitchen? Shiny waxed floors? Gleaming stainless steel sinks? Spotless counters and neatly arranged cupboards?

They can help, but a truly "clean" kitchen--that is, one that ensures safe food--relies on more than just looks. It also depends on safe food practices.

In the home, food safety concerns revolve around three main functions: food storage, food handling, and cooking. To see how well you're doing in each, take this quiz, and then read on to learn how you can make the meals and snacks from your kitchen the safest possible.

Quiz
Choose the answer that best describes the practice in your household, whether or not you are the primary food handler.

1. The temperature of the refrigerator in my home is:
a. 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius)
b. 41 F (5 C)
c. I don't know; I've never measured it.


2. The last time we had leftover cooked stew or other food with meat, chicken or fish, the food was:
a. cooled to room temperature, then put in the refrigerator
b. put in the refrigerator immediately after the food was served
c. left at room temperature overnight or longer


3. The last time the kitchen sink drain, disposal and connecting pipe in my home were sanitized was:
a. last night
b. several weeks ago
c. can't remember


4. If a cutting board is used in my home to cut raw meat, poultry or fish and it is going to be used to chop another food, the board is:
a. reused as is
b. wiped with a damp cloth
c. washed with soap and hot water
d. washed with soap and hot water and then sanitized


5. The last time we had hamburgers in my home, I ate mine:
a. rare
b. medium
c. well-done


6. The last time there was cookie dough in my home, the dough was:
a. made with raw eggs, and I sampled some of it
b. store-bought, and I sampled some of it
c. not sampled until baked


7. I clean my kitchen counters and other surfaces that come in contact with food with:
a. water
b. hot water and soap
c. hot water and soap, then bleach solution
d. hot water and soap, then commercial sanitizing agent


8. When dishes are washed in my home, they are:
a. cleaned by an automatic dishwasher and then air-dried
b. left to soak in the sink for several hours and then washed with soap in the same water
c. washed right away with hot water and soap in the sink and then air-dried
d. washed right away with hot water and soap in the sink and immediately towel-dried


9. The last time I handled raw meat, poultry or fish, I cleaned my hands afterwards by:
a. wiping them on a towel
b. rinsing them under hot, cold or warm tap water
c. washing with soap and warm water


10. Meat, poultry and fish products are defrosted in my home by:
a. setting them on the counter
b. placing them in the refrigerator
c. microwaving


11. When I buy fresh seafood, I:
a. buy only fish that's refrigerated or well iced
b. take it home immediately and put it in the refrigerator
c. sometimes buy it straight out of a local fisher's creel


12. I realize people, including myself, should be especially careful about not eating raw seafood, if they have:
a. diabetes
b. HIV infection
c. cancer
d. liver disease
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Answers
1. Refrigerators should stay at 41 F (5 C) or less, so if you chose answer B, give yourself two points. If you didn't, you're not alone. Many people overlook the importance of maintaining an appropriate refrigerator temperature.

The refrigerator temperature in many households is above 50 degrees (10 C). Measure the temperature with a thermometer and, if needed, adjust the refrigerator's temperature control dial. A temperature of 41 F (5 C) or less is important because it slows the growth of most bacteria. The temperature won't kill the bacteria, but it will keep them from multiplying, and the fewer there are, the less likely you are to get sick from them. Freezing at zero F (minus 18 C) or less stops bacterial growth (although it won't kill all bacteria already present).

2. Answer B is the best practice; give yourself two points if you picked it.

Hot foods should be refrigerated as soon as possible within two hours after cooking. But don't keep the food if it's been standing out for more than two hours. Don't taste test it, either. Even a small amount of contaminated food can cause illness.

Date leftovers so they can be used within a safe time. Generally, they remain safe when refrigerated for three to five days. If in doubt, throw it out.

3. If answer A best describes your household's practice, give yourself two points. Give yourself one point if you chose B.

The kitchen sink drain, disposal and connecting pipe are often overlooked, but they should be sanitized periodically by pouring down the sink a solution of 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of chlorine bleach in 1 quart (about 1 liter) of water or a solution of commercial kitchen cleaning agent made according to product directions. Food particles get trapped in the drain and disposal and, along with the moistness, create an ideal environment for bacterial growth.

4. If answer D best describes your household's practice, give yourself two points.

If you picked A, you're violating an important food safety rule: Never allow raw meat, poultry and fish to come in contact with other foods. Answer B isn't good, either. Improper washing, such as with a damp cloth, will not remove bacteria. And washing only with soap and water may not do the job, either.

5. Give yourself two points if you picked answer C.

If you don't have a meat thermometer, there are other ways to determine whether seafood is done:

For fish, slip the point of a sharp knife into the flesh and pull aside. The edges should be opaque and the center slightly translucent with flakes beginning to separate. Let the fish stand three to four minutes to finish cooking.
For shrimp, lobster and scallops, check color. Shrimp and lobster and scallops, red and the flesh becomes pearly opaque. Scallops turn milky white or opaque and firm.
For clams, mussels and oysters, watch for the point at which their shells open. Boil three to five minutes longer. Throw out those that stay closed.
When using the microwave, rotate the dish several times to ensure even cooking. Follow recommended standing times. After the standing time is completed, check the seafood in several spots with a meat thermometer to be sure the product has reached the proper temperature.
6. If you answered A, you may be putting yourself at risk for infection with Salmonella enteritidis, a bacterium that can be in shell eggs. Cooking the egg or egg-containing food product to an internal temperature of at least 145 F (63 C) kills the bacteria. So answer C--eating the baked product--will earn you two points.

You'll get two points for answer B, also. Foods containing raw eggs, such as homemade ice cream, cake batter, mayonnaise, and eggnog, carry a Salmonella risk, but their commercial counterparts don't. Commercial products are made with pasteurized eggs; that is, eggs that have been heated sufficiently to kill bacteria, and also may contain an acidifying agent that kills the bacteria. Commercial preparations of cookie dough are not a food hazard.

If you want to sample homemade dough or batter or eat other foods with raw-egg-containing products, consider substituting pasteurized eggs for raw eggs. Pasteurized eggs are usually sold in the grocer's refrigerated dairy case.

Some other tips to ensure egg safety:

Buy only refrigerated eggs, and keep them refrigerated until you are ready to cook and serve them.
Cook eggs thoroughly until both the yolk and white are firm, not runny, and scramble until there is no visible liquid egg.
Cook pasta dishes and stuffings that contain eggs thoroughly.
7. Answers C or D will earn you two points each; answer B, one point. According to FDA's Guzewich, bleach and commercial kitchen cleaning agents are the best sanitizers--provided they're diluted according to product directions. They're the most effective at getting rid of bacteria. Hot water and soap does a good job, too, but may not kill all strains of bacteria. Water may get rid of visible dirt, but not bacteria.

Also, be sure to keep dishcloths and sponges clean because, when wet, these materials harbor bacteria and may promote their growth.

8. Answers A and C are worth two points each. There are potential problems with B and D. When you let dishes sit in water for a long time, it "creates a soup," FDA's Buchanan said. "The food left on the dish contributes nutrients for bacteria, so the bacteria will multiply." When washing dishes by hand, he said, it's best to wash them all within two hours. Also, it's best to air-dry them so you don't handle them while they're wet.

9. The only correct practice is answer C. Give yourself two points if you picked it.

Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food, especially raw meat, poultry and fish. If you have an infection or cut on your hands, wear rubber or plastic gloves. Wash gloved hands just as often as bare hands because the gloves can pick up bacteria. (However, when washing gloved hands, you don't need to take off your gloves and wash your bare hands, too.)

10. Give yourself two points if you picked B or C. Food safety experts recommend thawing foods in the refrigerator or the microwave oven or putting the package in a water-tight plastic bag submerged in cold water and changing the water every 30 minutes. Gradual defrosting overnight is best because it helps maintain quality.

When microwaving, follow package directions. Leave about 2 inches (about 5 centimeters) between the food and the inside surface of the microwave to allow heat to circulate. Smaller items will defrost more evenly than larger pieces of food. Foods defrosted in the microwave oven should be cooked immediately after thawing.

Do not thaw meat, poultry and fish products on the counter or in the sink without cold water; bacteria can multiply rapidly at room temperature.

Marinate food in the refrigerator, not on the counter. Discard the marinade after use because it contains raw juices, which may harbor bacteria. If you want to use the marinade as a dip or sauce, reserve a portion before adding raw food.

11. A and B are correct. Give yourself two points for either.

When buying fresh seafood, buy only from reputable dealers who keep their products refrigerated or properly iced. Be wary, for example, of vendors selling fish out of their creel (canvas bag) or out of the back of their truck.

Once you buy the seafood, immediately put it on ice, in the refrigerator or in the freezer. Some other tips for choosing safe seafood:

Don't buy cooked seafood, such as shrimp, crabs or smoked fish, if displayed in the same case as raw fish. Cross-contamination can occur. Or, at least, make sure the raw fish is on a level lower than the cooked fish so that the raw fish juices don't flow onto the cooked items and contaminate them.
Don't buy frozen seafood if the packages are open, torn or crushed on the edges. Avoid packages that are above the frost line in the store's freezer. If the package cover is transparent, look for signs of frost or ice crystals. This could mean that the fish has either been stored for a long time or thawed and refrozen.
Recreational fishers who plan to eat their catch should follow state and local government advisories about fishing areas and eating fish from certain areas.
As with meat and poultry, if seafood will be used within two days after purchase, store it in the coldest part of the refrigerator, usually under the freezer compartment or in a special "meat keeper." Avoid packing it in tightly with other items; allow air to circulate freely around the package. Otherwise, wrap the food tightly in moisture-proof freezer paper or foil to protect it from air leaks and store in the freezer.
Discard shellfish, such as lobsters, crabs, oysters, clams and mussels, if they die during storage or if their shells crack or break. Live shellfish close up whe the shell is tapped.
12. If you are under treatment for any of these diseases, as well as several others, you should avoid raw seafood. Give yourself two points for knowing one or more of the risky conditions.

People with certain diseases and conditions need to be especially careful because their diseases or the medicine they take may put them at risk for serious illness or death from contaminated seafood.

These conditions include:

liver disease, either from excessive alcohol use, viral hepatitis, or other causes hemochromatosis, an iron disorder
diabetes
stomach problems, including previous stomach surgery and low stomach acid (for example, from antacid use)
cancer
immune disorders, including HIV infection
long-term steroid use, as for asthma and arthritis
Older adults also may be at increased risk because they more often have these conditions.
People with these diseases or conditions should never eat raw seafood -- only seafood that has been thoroughly cooked.

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Rating Your Home's Food Practices
24 points: Feel confident about the safety of foods served in your home.

12 to 23 points: Reexamine food safety practices in your home. Some key rules are being violated.

11 points or below: Take steps immediately to correct food handling, storage and cooking techniques used in your home. Current practices are putting you and other members of your household in danger of food-borne illness.

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I love everyone of them keeping this

jgbuz

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thx, sorry to learn of his passing

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good avice, gary would be proud of you God rest his soul

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A sealed envelope - Put in the freezer for a few hours, then slide a knife under the flap. The envelope can then be resealed. (hmmmmmm...)
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Use Empty toilet paper roll to store appliance cords. It keeps them neat and you can write on the roll what appliance it belongs to.
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For icy door steps in freezing temperatures: get warm water and put Dawn dishwashing liquid in it. Pour it all over the steps. They won't refreeze. (wish I had known this for the last 40 years!)
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Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag, dipped in baking soda. Comes off with little effort (elbow grease that is!).
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Permanent marker on appliances/counter tops (like store receipt BLUE!) rubbing alcohol on paper towel.
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Whenever I purchase a box of S..O.S Pads, I immediately take a pair of scissors and cut each pad into halves. After years of having to throw away rusted and unused and smelly pads, I finally decided that this would be much more economical. And now a box of S.O.S pads last me indefinitely! In fact, I have noticed that the scissors get sharpened this way!
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Blood stains on clothes? Not to worry! Just pour a little hydrogen peroxide on a cloth and proceed to wipe off every drop of blood. Works every time! Now, where to put the body? LOL
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Use vertical strokes when washing windows outside and horizontal for inside windows. This way you can tell which side has the streaks. Straight vinegar will get outside windows really clean. Don't wash windows on a sunny day.
They will dry too quickly and will probably streak.
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Spray a bit of perfume on the light bulb in any room to create a lovely light scent in each room when the light is turned on.
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Place fabric softener sheets in dresser drawers and your clothes will Smell freshly washed for weeks to come. You can also do this with towels and linen.
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Candles will last a lot longer if placed in the freezer for at least 3 hours prior to burning.
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To clean artificial flowers, pour some salt into a paper bag and add the flowers. Shake vigorously as the salt will absorb all the dust and dirt and leave your artificial flowers looking like new! Works like a charm!
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To easily remove burnt on food from your skillet, simply add a drop or two of dish soap and enough water to cover bottom of pan, and bring to a boil on stovetop.
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Spray your TUPPERWARE with nonstick cooking spray before pouring in tomato based sauces and there won't be any stains.
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Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
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When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the corn's natural sweetness.
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Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut it in half and rub it on your forehead. The throbbing will go away.
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Don't throw out all that leftover wine: Freeze into ice cubes for future use in casseroles and sauces.

Left over wine? What's that?! :)

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To get rid of itch from mosquito bites, try applying soap on the area and you will experience instant relief.
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Ants, ants, ants everywhere .... Well, they are said to never cross a chalk line. So get your chalk out and draw a line on the floor or wherever ants tend to march. See for yourself.
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Use air-freshener to clean mirrors. It does a good job and better still, leaves a lovely smell to the shine.
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When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape over the splinter, then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and easily.
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Now look what you can do with Alka Seltzer.

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Clean a toilet.
Drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets, wait twenty minutes, brush and flush. The citric acid and effervescent action clean vitreous China.
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Clean a vase.
To remove a stain from the bottom of a glass vase or cruet, fill with water and drop in two Alka Seltzer tablets.
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Polish jewelry.
Drop two Alka Seltzer tablets into a glass of water and immerse the jewelry for two minutes.
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Clean a thermos bottle.
Fill the bottle with water, drop in four Alka Seltzer tablets, and let soak for an hour (or longer, if necessary).
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Unclog a drain.
Clear the sink drain by dropping three Alka Seltzer tablets down the drain followed by a cup of Heinz White Vinegar. Wait a few minutes, then run the hot water.
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This is the most unique Christmas card I have ever seen, run your cursor over the page until you find an active image (maybe lighted, maybe not, Then double-click on it and it jumps into another scene. Each page is better than the previous page, it may take a few minutes to open, but it's really worth it.

Don't forget to put on your ears....and to all, Merry
Christmas!

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To this board. I have just learned of the passing of Gary Swancey, AK/A Ga Bard. May you rest in peace My Friend. You will always be in Mine and Grammy's hearts..................

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here is something what a baked potato can do for those that like baked ones. i wonder what a double bake would do for ones health?

Who Knew a Baked Potato Could Do This?
A baked potato can lower blood pressure. That's big news because a lot of us--some 65 million Americans to be exact--have high blood pressure, which is defined as 140/90 or higher. The magic ingredient in a baked potato is potassium, which is key for controlling blood pressure. The Washington Post reports that potassium may also help prevent stroke, osteoporosis, and kidney stones.

Bet you never knew THIS could raise your blood pressure. Click to find out what it is.

If we get too little potassium, it can cause fatigue, muscle cramps, bloating, and in some cases fatal irregular heartbeats. Anyone older than 14 needs about 5 grams of potassium a day, and it should come from food sources and not supplements. The use of potassium supplements or potassium salt can cause dangerously high levels of potassium, which can lead to heart problems and even death. So stick to food for your potassium. Five grams is the amount in 10 servings of fruits and vegetables. Ideal sources of potassium, besides a baked potato with the skin, are low-fat vanilla yogurt, milk, grapefruit juice, bananas, acorn squash, raw spinach, strawberries, broccoli, chickpeas, oranges, and watermelon.

If you eat these 14 ordinary foods regularly, you'll live longer and healthier. Click to find out the surprising list of must-eat "superfoods."

On Monday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reported that 65 million Americans--that's one in three adults--have hypertension, due in large part to the obesity epidemic. That number has risen nearly a third over the past decade, reports Reuters. It's equally prevalent in men and women; blacks have a higher risk than any other group. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, kidney failure, heart failure, stroke, and other conditions.

Do you know what's hidden in your food--from spaghetti sauce to canned soup to frozen dinners--that could lead to high blood pressure? The answer may surprise you.

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Why Engineers Don't Write Cookbooks

Chocolate Chip Cookies:

Ingredients:

1.) 532.35 cm3 gluten
2.) 4.9 cm3 NaHCO3
3.) 4.9 cm3 refined halite
4.) 236.6 cm3 partially hydrogenated tallow triglyceride
5.) 177.45 cm3 crystalline C12H22O11
6.) 177.45 cm3 unrefined C12H22O11
7.) 4.9 cm3 methyl ether of protocatechuic aldehyde
8.) Two calcium carbonate-encapsulated avian albumen-coated protein
9.) 473.2 cm3 theobroma cacao
10.) 236.6 cm3 de-encapsulated legume meats (sieve size #10)

To a 2-L jacketed round reactor vessel (reactor #1) with an overall heat transfer coefficient of about 100 Btu/F-ft2-hr, add ingredients one, two and three with constant agitation. In a second 2-L reactor vessel with a radial flow impeller operating at 100 rpm, add ingredients four, five, six, and seven until the mixture is homogenous. To reactor #2, add ingredient eight, followed by three equal volumes of the homogenous mixture in reactor #1. Additionally, add ingredient nine and ten slowly, with constant agitation. Care must be taken at this point in the reaction to control any temperature rise that may be the result of an exothermic reaction. Using a screw extrude attached to a #4 nodulizer, place the mixture piecemeal on a 316SS sheet (300 x 600 mm). Heat in a 460K oven for a period of time that is in agreement with Frank & Johnston's first order rate expression (see JACOS, 21, 55), or until golden brown. Once the reaction is complete, place the sheet on a 25C heat-transfer table, allowing the product to come to equilibrium

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I must tell you, up front, that I am not your
typical food connoisseur. While I can
appreciate all of the nouvelle cuisine "Light
and Healthy" stuff, and yes, Poached Dover
Sole in a Lemon/Basil & White Wine Sauce,
served over Angel Hair Pasta does sound
appealing at times, just give me a really good
piece of meatloaf, some homemade mashed potatoes, and
yes (the Cholesterol God will really crawl back on the cross
at this thought) a side dish of creamed corn and I am one
happy fella. I am so happy, in fact, that I have devoted a
major portion of my culinary life in search of "The Perfect
Meatloaf!"

You are probably thinking that I really should get a new life
if one of my passions is searching for the ultimate meatloaf.
But let me explain: Meatloaf is, by all terms, a "comfort
food." Now, no one likes comfort more than myself. When I
am served a hot plate of meatloaf, my thoughts go back to
my childhood, when my parents were both still alive, sitting
around the family table, talking about all of the things you
talk about around the family dinner table, and staring down
at my old friend - meatloaf - steaming back up at me, the
aroma of meat and onions and whatever else hitting me
square in the nostrils, nestled beside a heaping pile of
mashed potatoes and whatever canned vegetable Mom
pulled out of the pantry - sometimes peas, or green beans -
either one an acceptable substitute for the favored
creamed corn. We didn't worry about eating red meat. We
didn't worry about the cholesterol count. We didn't think
about the additives and chemicals in the vegetables - we
didn't even apologize for the can they came in. We just had
a normal meal like a normal family.

Well, Mom & Dad are dead. The mashed potatoes MUST be
laden with garlic and use chicken stock to replace the
butter and milk. The "meat" part of the loaf has been
replaced with free-range turkey, and the vegetables are
fresh-picked from my private
organically-correct/pesticide-free garden (next to the
home-grown herbs).

How I long for the Good old days!

"The Perfect Meatloaf," or TPM for short, is a crafty,
chameleon-esque kind of food. Unlike it's partner,
hamburger, which can be listed on a menu under such
surnames as "Chopped Sirloin," "Ground Round," or my
favorite "Bifteck Hachè," it is still basically hamburger with a
higher or lower fat content. Meatloaf, on the other hand, is
meatloaf. Plain and Simple. Hamburger or Ground Round - it
is still meatloaf! Or is it? As I said, meatloaf is an elusive
creature - the menu always reads "meatloaf" but that has
absolutely no relevance to what you are going to be served.

It's what's INSIDE the meatloaf that separates the men
from the boys, so to speak. Hamburger, veal, pork, ground
round, turkey - you name it and it can be in the meatloaf.
Every imaginable type of bread, from plain old white to torn
up French baguettes can go into it. You can stuff it with
hard boiled eggs. You can add onions, celery, green
peppers, red peppers, garlic and - yes (in homage to our
Nouvell Cuisine friends) even cilantro. Mix it all together,
throw it in a pan and bake it for an hour. Take it out, slice it
and serve it. Voila: Meatloaf! - but what about the ultimate
or as we say, TPM?

What TPM IS Not

Let's start out with what TPM is not. It is not just
hamburger, onions, some sort of bread or cracker
concoction and eggs. I can tell you this from a first -hand
perspective - that is what my mother made. Fortunately,
we ate out a lot. Also, do NOT include in your search for
TPM any "coffee shop" or "family" restaurant varieties of
meatloaf. Many times this is a meatloaf purchased from a
food purveyor that is no more homemade than Chef Boy Ar
Dee. This quasi-meatloaf comes in tubes and is often grilled
and covered with some canned gravy mixture. This should
not even be considered in the running for TPM.

A good rule of thumb in checking out meatloaf is the gravy.
From the traditional brown, to the more Southern cream,
the proper topping has a big impact on your meatloaf. I
personally go for the more traditional tomato sauce or
ketchup lovingly poured on top of the baking loaf and let to
cook with the meat for the last 20 minutes or so of cooking
time. A favorite variation of this is to add brown sugar to
the tomato/ketchup topping and let bake in for the last few
minutes of cooking. Excellent. If you must go for the gravy,
I would suggest the cream variety for two reasons: first it
puts your loaf a step above the traditional restaurant fare
and also just seems to taste better than the brown. On my
TPM scorecard, however, I only give points for the
baked-on toppings. Gravies tend to lend themselves to
leftovers and the ever appealing meatloaf sandwich.

The Mixture

I think the most important thing to look for in the meat loaf
itself is the mixture of the meat. A good ratio of veal and
pork to beef is essential to keep the meat as moist as
possible. A local LA restaurant chain, Du Pars, has a lovely
"Danish" meatloaf that tends to lean on the veal side and
the flavor is quite different and appealing to the palate.
Many chefs tend to go back to the old standby: 1:1:1. That
is, one part beef to one part pork to one part veal.
Experimentation is certainly encouraged in contenders for
TPM. Ideally I look for a moist meat that has a good texture
- not just everything ground up like a sausage or something,
I want to feel and taste the textures of the different meats
and ingredients as they meld their way into TPM.

As for the binding ingredient(s) I have tried everything from
oatmeal to crackers to bread crumbs. I don't like crackers in
TPM. Period. I like bread crumbs if you are making "TPM
Itialianne" with a tomato/basil/parsley topping. Perhaps a
little Romano or Parmigianna? Oatmeal is a good "hidden"
binder and usually is a good choice. Bread chunks are
acceptable if you making a "Meatloaf Melange," where I add
such things as olives, pimentos, peppers, celery, cilantro,
shallots, capers, carrots, and other vegetables.

To Egg, Or Not To Egg?

This brings up another major question: to egg or not to
egg? By egg, I don't mean the raw eggs always used to help
bind the mixture. I mean the insertion of hard-boiled eggs in
the middle. I suppose fifty years ago it was considered a
culinary surprise, but these days I find it quite tired. Also, I
am not a particular fan of hard-boiled eggs in meat. Not to
mention that if you have a good meat mixture already, why
waste space with a tired old egg. On my scorecard, TPM
with eggs gets a big zero.

A Fork In The Culinary Road

Well, we have concocted the Perfect Meatloaf mixture. We
have ground, bound, seasoned, chopped, minced, and
mixed. Time to mold and bake. We have reached another
"fork" in the culinary road. Shall we go the traditional
bread-shaped loaf or shall we go exotic and make a
veritable work of art? Or do we want to go mini-loaves of
meatloaf? A personal choice depending on the situation.
One word of caution to our Meatloaf Monets: when planning
a special "piece" of meatloaf, adjust your cooking times and
temperatures to the size of your masterpiece. Thickness
counts. So does height and overall weight. Nothing is more
uncool than an undercooked meatloaf or, dare we think,
Meatloaf Tartare!! Many chefs also recommend that you
wrap the outside bottom of your loaf with bacon to help
insure it doesn't stick to the pan. Another personal option,
although TPM should be moist enough and have enough
residual fat drippings in the pan that I donÕt feel the bacon
is necessary.

For the bold, why not try Teriyaki Meatloaf, or Cajun
Meatloaf, or Meatloaf Francaise (with a light Dijon, white
wine, and cream sauce) BBQ Meatloaf, or even Meatloaf
Cordon Bleu (stuff ham and cheese wedges inside and
bake.) The possibilities are endless.

As for this old trailblazer, my quest for the ultimate meatloaf
continues. Oh, I have come close many times, but there
always is that glimmer of hope that somewhere out there,
proudly perched aside a mound of mashed potatoes and,
yes, creamed corn, is a hot, steamy, moist, rich, thick piece
of the Perfect Meatloaf. Good eating.

Recipes

While we don't claim that they are the elusive "Perfect
Meatloaf," here are a few of recipes to get you started on
your search.

Turkey/Pork Meatloaf
Beef/Pork Meatloaf
Lasagna Meatloaf
Reuben Stuffed Meatloaf
Santa Fe Meatloaf
Carrot Zucchini Mushrrom Loaf (Vegetarian)

Meatloaf Madness Recipe Contest Winners

Our meatloaf Madness recipe contest was a huge success.
We collected nearly 500 Meatloaf Recipes, and that's a lot
of meatloaf! As you can imagine, choosing the winners was
a very difficult task.

After many arguments and deliberations, our judges and
tasting panels have finally come up with the winners.

In the traditional category:

1st Prize -- Karen's Tasty Meatloaf -- Karen
Shaffer - Ketchikan Alaska

2nd Prize -- Carmel's Kickin' Meatloaf -
Carmel Richards, Austin, Texas

3rd Prize -- Steve's Glazed Meatloaf --
Steve Yates, Monticello, Mississippi

In the Creative Category:

1st Prize -- Spinach, Sun Dried Tomato & Gorgonzola
Meatloaf -- Barbara Campbell, Greenwich, Connecticut

2nd Prize -- Ron's Meatless Meatloaf -- Ronald Regen,
Rockaway NJ

3rd Prize -- Extreme Meatloaf -- The "Extreme" Goldman
Family of Kansas City, Missouri

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Why do croutons come in airtight packages? Aren't
they just stale bread to begin with?

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Roasted Vegetable Soup



This delicious, vegetable-filled broth can be served by itself or used as a base for other soups. This recipe oven-roasts the vegetables before adding to the soup liquid, enhancing their flavor. The aroma of the roasted vegetables will evoke memories of old-fashioned, home-style meals. It's comfort food at its finest.

3 large carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 cloves garlic, chopped
4 cups water
1/4 cup dried mushroom pieces (Italian porcini, if possible)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt, and black or red pepper to taste

1. Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Place the carrots, celery and onion in a small (8x8-inch) nonstick pan or dish with the olive oil. Toss to coat the vegetables. Bake for 10 minutes.

2. Remove pan from oven, add the garlic, and toss again. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are browned.

3. Remove pan from oven, add 1 cup of water and stir to loosen any vegetables that may be stuck. Pour this into a pot with the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

4. Season to taste with salt, and black or red pepper, and serve or use as the base for other soups, stews or pasta dishes.

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Anyone here use Aspartame/Equal, etc?...


Aspartame Warning

This page exists solely to try and spread the word about the numerous & serious dangers of regular aspartame (Nutrasweet, Equal) consumption. Currently the 100+ articles on this page contain facts & opinions from over 50 doctors & nutritionists, many of which have each "cured" their patients of many symptoms (including weight gain) simply by removing aspartame from their diet. These 50+ doctors strongly recommend avoiding all aspartame products. Numerous articles detailing the unbelievable history of the aspartame approval are also provided, along with thousands of testimonials from former users. Some info. on the new sweetener Splenda (sucralose) found in Diet Rite soda is also provided.
The multi-billion dollar aspartame industry would like you believe that "aspartame kills" is an "urban legend" and that you'd have to drink 100 cans of diet soda a day to be harmed by aspartame. This is just simply not true. Their main claim is that the 3 components of aspartame are found in many natural foods and are therefore safe. This is kind of like saying carbon monoxide is safe because all it contains is carbon & oxygen, the same components of carbon dioxide. Methanol (wood alcohol), which makes up 10% of aspartame and is highly toxic (adult minimum lethal dose is 2 teaspoons), is also found in some fruits & vegetables like tomatoes. However, methanol is never found in natural foods without ethanol & pectin, its "antidotes" if you will (detailed facts below). Ethanol & pectin prevent methanol from being metabolized into formaldehyde (embalming fluid) & formic acid (same chemical as fire ant venom), both deadly toxins. An ethanol drip is even the standard emergency room treatment for methanol poisoning. Aspartame contains no ethanol or pectin, therefore the methanol is converted to formaldehyde and formic acid. Phenylalanine and aspartic acid, the other 2 components of aspartame, are amino acids found in natural foods but always as part of long chains of many different amino acids to form complex protein molecules that take humans 12 hours to gradually break down & assimilate. According to the doctors below, when consumed by themselves these 2 amino acids require no digestion and quickly enter the brain & central nervous system at abnormally high levels, overstimulating brain cells to death and causing many other health problems.

"Pro" aspartame people point to industry sponsored short term tests, ignoring independant tests. They point to "reliable" health sites, organizations, foundations etc. that are sponsored, funded & fed "facts" by companies that profit from aspartame. And of course, the FDA approved it so "it must be safe", neglecting to mention that the FDA denied aspartame approval for over 8 years until the newly appointed FDA commissioner Arthur Hull Hayes overruled the final scientic review panel, approved aspartame, and then went to work for G.D. Searle's (initial owner of aspartame) public relations firm at $1,000 a day. Hayes has refused all interviews to discuss his actions. The FDA also urged Congress to prosecute G.D. Searle for "specific false statements or concealed facts" stemming from Searle's testing of aspartame. However, the 2 government lawyers assigned to the case decided against prosecuting G.D. Searle and then joined G.D. Searle's law firm! Even the National Soft Drink Assn. filed a strong protest letter (available below) in 1983 against the approval of aspartame for use in beverages, saying "aspartame is inherently, markedly and uniquely unstable in aqueous media." Also, the FDA still allows hydrogenated oils to be used, does that make them safe?

Our suggestion: First READ ALL THE QUOTES provided below, then go back and read some of the articles. And remember, they're talking about the CUMULATIVE effects of regular aspartame consumption and that some people are more affected than others (but everyone is affected) due to a few factors including the condition of their protective blood-brain barrier. Bookmark this page and email it to everyone you know, especially pregnant women. New: Print out our Flyers.



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Health risk articles

Symptoms List - Actual 1995 copy of aspartame related symptoms submitted to the FDA. The FDA has received well over 10,000 aspartame related complaints, more than all other complaints combined. Also keep in mind that less than 1 out of every 100 people actually file an official complaint and that of course, many people consume aspartame daily and have no clue that it may be the cause of their illnesses.

Dr. Christine Lydon, MD - Oxygen magazine article, easy to read. A good introductory overview on aspartame. "I stormed into my kitchen and fed every item of food containing aspartame to the garbage. Since that time, I have not had so much as a stick of aspartame sweetened gum...Experimentally, it has been determined that infants are four times more sensitive to excitotoxins than adults. " Dr. Lydon majored in neurobiology at Brown University and graduated the Yale School of Medicine. more biography info.

Dr. Michael Schachter, M.D. - Good introductory overview article from Healthy.net. "What kinds of symptoms may occur as a result of ingesting aspartame? They may involve almost any system of the body...The FDA & manufacturers of aspartame claim that all of the adverse symptoms reported are "anecdotal". Because it is common that a person will not experience noticeable illness from a short term usage of aspartame, this is taken as proof that there is no problem with safety. Unfortunately, this position ignores the fact that the effects of aspartame poisoning are cumulative. "

Dr. Woodrow C. Monte, Ph.D., R.D. - Excellent detailed article on aspartame and methanol, a must read. "...ethanol slows the rate of methanol's conversion to formaldehyde and formate allowing the body time to excrete methanol in the breath and urine."

The Sunday Express, May 20, 2001 page 7 - UK national press article. "Action at last over additive Aspartame as fears grow of health risk in food and drink. The Government has ordered a top-level investigation into the safety of Britain's best-selling sweetener amid fears that the low calorie chemical is a health risk...Aspartame, used in thousands of diet food and drinks has been linked to more than 90 adverse reactions including brain tumours and blindness...Professor Ralph Walton of Northwestern Ohio Universities said: 'I dispute the assertion that there are no health risks. "I believe Aspartame increases risk of cancer. Virtually all the studies attesting to its safety have been funded by the industry.'"

Dr. Arthur Forman, M.D. neurologist - Short MSNBC article. "There are mechanisms to see this is causing serious problems for some folks...I don't recommend it for anyone, frankly....Many patients find it stimulates the appetite."

Dr. Janet Starr Hull, nutritionist - "As a nutritionist, over eighty percent of my clients experience some form of health problem associated with aspartame: weight gain, hair loss, severe medical ailments, eating disorders, mental disorders, fatigue."

Dr. James Bowen, M.D. - Good article mainly on aspartame & pregnancy risks. "...it ruins female sexual response and induces male sexual dysfunction. Beyond this, aspartame disrupts fetal development by aborting it or inducing defects. And if a live child is born aspartame may have heinously damaged the DNA of the baby, cursing future generations." 2nd article: Aspartame damages the hypothalamus.

Dr. James Bowen, M.D. - Excellent, long, detailed article on aspartame & sperm/DNA damage, as well as chemical hypersensitivity. A frightening but difficult read. "The quantity and quality of human sperm is plunging like a meteor, and with it humanity's future, announced a conference of 130 scientists in Montreal on Male Mediated Developmental Toxicity...The fire ant wields what is arguably the most potent venom of any terrestrial arthropod, formic acid. Exactly the same formic acid that is formed 10% by weight from aspartame in your body."

Dr. James Bowen, M.D. - Excellent, detailed article describing the difference between methanol from aspartame and natural sources. "...Thus fruit juice is highly protective of methanol poisoning rather than serving as a source of methanol as the Aspartame pundits would maintain."

Dr. J. Barua, M.D. (ophthalmic surgeon), Dr. Arun Bal, M.D.(surgeon) - Excellent detailed article. "Methanol is a deadly poison...Methanol, thus breaks down into formic acid (a venom in ant stings) and formaldehyde (embalming fluid) in the body....It has been pointed out that some fruit juices and alcoholic beverages contain small amounts of methanol. It is important to remember, however, that methanol never appears alone. In every case, ethanol is present, usually in much higher amounts. Ethanol is an antidote for methanol toxicity in humans. In aspartame there is no ethanol...Methanol & its by-products cause swelling of the optic nerve & degeneration of ganglion cells in the retina."

Hundreds of testimonials - Tons of testimonials from people who have discovered the dangers of aspartame. An absolute must read. "After completely quitting ...most all of my symptoms immediately disappeared and I have not been having any seizure activity."..."Almost immediately upon giving up Nutrasweet, my symptoms went away. No more fatigue and fog in the morning, and a clearer head throughout the day." "...My joints no longer ache, memory is better and I feel great." "...I have been waking up feeling rested. I'm not as achy. I'm not as tired. I don't crave sweets anymore."
View Our Guestbook which is constantly being added with new testimonials, feel free to sign it with your testimonial, opinions etc. Yahoo email group - Active support group about aspartame dangers, with hundreds more testimonials and aspartame related news. Feel free to join! Print out our Flyers and give them to friends, coworkers, doctors etc.


Dr. Morgan Raiford, M.D., D.Sc.(Med) Ophth. - Fairly short letter on vision damage. "Beyond the extensive visual damage that aspartame can and does create, other organ systems are affected. Nerve damage to the arms, legs,central nerve impairment, resulting in impaired nerve function as well as neurosis and learning difficulties in school work as well as behavior....Methyl alcohol has no place in a product, whole or in part,to be allowed to be produced by any manufactor for human usage." 2nd article: Serious vision damage.

Dr. David Edelberg, M.D. - Extremely accredited doctor's opinion found on Wholehealthmd.com. "FDA approval is no guarantee that a substance is risk-free...some people who use lots of aspartame might discover that their headaches, memory loss, mood swings, or fainting spells clear up when they sweeten with a little honey instead. In my practice, which covers a lot of people who just don't feel well, I routinely take patients off aspartame if they tell me they're using it."

Dr. H.J. Roberts, M.D. - An article on aspartame addiction. "The neurologic, psychologic, eye, endocrine, metabolic and pediatric ravages in my data base of over 1,200 aspartame reactors, comprised of both patients and correspondents, are impressive. Additionally, it is my increasing conviction that aspartame products can cause, aggravate or accelerate migraine, seizures, multiple sclerosis, diabetes and its complications, Alzheimer's disease, and even brain tumors....Addiction to aspartame products is as real as abuse of tobacco, alcohol and drugs." 2nd excellent article: Brain Cancer. 3rd article: Vision damage.

Dr. Russell Blaylock, M.D., Neurosurgeon - Excellent detailed article about excitoxins including aspartame & MSG. A must read. "Over 100 million American now consume aspartame products...There is sufficient medical literature documenting serious injury by these additives in the concentrations presently in our food supply to justify warning the public of these dangers. The case against aspartame is especially strong." 2nd article: Hypothalamus damage. 3rd article: Neurotoxic Interaction of MSG, Aspartame & Other Toxins.
Dr. Blaylock is the author of the book Excitotoxins: The Taste That Kills.


Smart-drugs.com - Another detailed article about excitoxins. "Yet there is a key difference between food-derived glutamate/aspartate and MSG/aspartame. Food glutamate/aspartate comes in the form of proteins, which contain 20 other amino acids, and take time to digest, slowing the release of protein bound glutamate/aspartate like a "timed-release capsule." This in turn moderates the rise in blood levels of glutamate/aspartate. Also, when glutamate and aspartate are received by the liver (first stop after intestinal absorption) along with 20 other aminos, they are used to make various proteins. This also moderates the rise in blood glutamate/aspartate levels."

Dr. Andrew Weil, M.D. - Short opinion by the famous doctor. "First of all, I would stop using NutraSweet..." Drweil.com is an excellent resource for all health & diet related issues. Bookmark it!

Malcolm Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center - MEDLINE/PubMed case(June 2001) "Four patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome for two to 17 years are described. All had undergone multiple treatment modalities with limited success. All had complete, or nearly complete, resolution of their symptoms within months after eliminating monosodium glutamate (MSG) or MSG plus aspartame from their diet...All have had recurrence of symptoms whenever MSG is ingested...Excitotoxins are molecules, such as MSG and aspartate, that act as excitatory neurotransmitters, and can lead to neurotoxicity when used in excess..."

The Barcelona Report - A Univ. of Barcelona study on lab rats that proves that aspartame is converted to formaldehyde in vivo. Not an easy read. " ...the amount of formaldehyde adducts coming from aspartame in tissue proteins and nucleic acids may be cumulative. It is concluded that aspartame consumption may constitute a hazard because of its contribution to the formation of formaldehyde adducts....Formaldehyde is a highly reactive small molecule which strongly binds to proteins and nucleic acids forming adducts which are difficult to eliminate through the normal metabolism pathways. As a result, formaldehyde induces severe functional alterations, including the development of cancer."

Dr. Julian Whitaker, M.D. - Fairly short article."..aspartame has been proven to increase appetite, especially cravings for sweets...damage is likely cumulative. Aspartame is particularly harmful to children and the developing fetus." Drwhitaker.com - The doctor's health site.

Dr. Richard J. Sabates, M.D. - A doctor's personal story on his aspartame poisoning and recovery. "Never again will I touch artificial sweeteners and I will try to educate my patients as to the very important reasons why....The FDA is intimately related to the pharmaceutical industry. It is important to let the consumers know that many retired FDA officials go to work as special counselors to the pharmaceutical industry. FDA Commissioner Dr. Charles C. Edwards has said " It is not our purpose to endanger the financial interest of the pharmaceutical companies." FDA ex-commissioner Dr. Robert Liz put it more directly. "What bothers me most is that people believe that the FDA is protecting them...""

Dr. Erik Millstone - Excellent detailed article on aspartame & brain tumors, read this one! "After aspartame was introduced, however, the opposite pattern can be found. The incidence of glioblastomas rose sharply, and starting in the late 1980s the number of astrocytomas declined even more sharply. Since those latter changes run counter to the direction which could be attributed to the introduction of better diagnostic technologies, it is hard to see how the reported changing tumour incidence could be ascribed to innovations in diagnosis. If the apparent increase in overall incidence had been due to improved diagnostics, then we should expect a marked change in post- diagnostic survival rates, but no such change was evident."

Minneapolis-St. Paul Star-Tribune - "Aspartame, the popular artificial sweetener sold most often as NutraSweet, is a leading suspect in an upsurge of deadly brain tumors in the United States, researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have concluded. Dr. John Olney, lead author of the paper, is a noted neuropathologist and psychiatrist who has challenged aspartame's safety since the 1970s."

Dr. Louis J. Elsas, M.D., Director, Division of Medical Genetics - Statement for the U.S. Senate. "I have considerable concern for the increased dissemination and consumption of the sweetener, aspartame... in our world food supply."

Dr. Pardridge, M.D., endocrinologist - Congressional testimony, mainly about phenylalanine in aspartame. "One study shows that when blood phenylalanine in pregnant mothers is increased five-fold, there is a 10-point drop in the I.Q. of the baby born of that mother...And a more recent study by Dr. Elsas has shown that there are quantitative changes in the human electroencephalogram when the blood phenylalanine is raised three-fold." 2nd article: Aspartame & Pregnancy dangers

Dr. Wurtman, M.D., MIT Neuroscientist, & Dr. Maher - Detailed article, mainly about phenylalanine in aspartame. "Anecdotal reports suggest that some people suffer neurologic or behavioral reactions in association with aspartame consumption." 2nd article: Aspartame & Seizures

Dr. Madelon Price, Professor of Neurobiology - "Aspartic acid (aspartate) has been known to be a neurotoxin for 30 years. Rodent studies demonstrated that when ingested at doses of 0.5 g/kg or greater, the circumventricular organs that surround the ventricles of the brain become necrotic." 2nd short article: Aspartame causes infertility

Dr. James B. Hays, M.D. - "For the past five years, numerous side-effects have been observed due to Aspartame (NutraSweet, Equal)..."

Dr. Bill Misner, Ph.D., nutritionist - "Before eating or drinking anything with Aspartame on the run or just for "fun", give serious thought to its proven toxic accumulative-use side effects shown in a wide assortment of related reliable research as stated below. Possibly due to its methyl alcohol content according to Dr. Ralph Golan, M.D., constant use amounting to large intake over time may result in headaches, fainting, seizures, memory loss, mood swings, depression, nausea, and gastrointestinal stress." e-caps.com: Ask Dr. Bill - The doctor's website, he specializes in endurance training.

Dr. George R. Schwartz, M.D., toxicologist - Rebuttal letter to Monsanto. "you have presented a one-sided self-serving polemic defending your potentially dangerous product...There is overwhelming scientific evidence that Nutrasweet can pose a serious health danger."

Dr. Paula Rhodes - News4jax.com article. "The results can be dramatic...We've got people who sought care from neurologists, psychologists, psychiatrists. They're on a whole grocery list of medications for complaints that end up being traced to aspartame."

David E. Polen, D.C. - "I have noted in my practice that removing Nutra-Sweet from the diet can have a positive effect on many patients from these other aspartame-related neuro-psychiatric complaints: seizures, headaches, dizziness, disorientation, confusion, severe anxiety, hyperactivity, sleeplessness, insomnia, numbness, paresthesias, atypical facial pain, severe depression, slurred speech and migrating joint pain. "

Dr. Milt Hammerly, MD - "I think it is prudent to avoid consuming aspartame. For those who have chronic health problems that have not responded to other interventions a trial of avoiding aspartame for several months may produce noticeable benefits."

Dr. Joseph Mercola, osteopathic medical doctor - Over 20 articles written by Dr. Mercola about the dangers of aspartame. "The recommend a limit of consumption of 7.8 mg/day. A one-liter (approx. 1 quart) aspartame-sweetened beverage contains about 56 mg of methanol. Heavy users of aspartame-containing products consume as much as 250 mg of methanol daily or 32 times the EPA limit."

Dr. Siegfried Schmidt, M.D. - Short 12/18/2001 article. "'These people are back to normal life, which is, when you come from chronic pain, to be normal, this is a miracle.' Doctor Schmidt thinks the chemicals in the food could affect the brain and cause the pain."

Dr. Joe Esposito - Short opinion. "There is also strong evidence that it can cause brain tumors, depression, and even mimic multiple sclerosis symptoms, which can lead to misdiagnosis and improper treatment. I can go on and on about the dangers of aspartame, but the bottom line is avoid it at all costs."

Dr. Karl Smith - Short, not very detailed article. "Unfortunately, formaldehyde is stored in fat cells and Aspartame causes increased cravings for carbohydrates. So drink diet soda and eat diet foods with Aspartame, get fat now; and later develop seizures, anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, alzheimers disease, and eventually death."

Dr. Jay Mazzella, D.C - Short article. "Doctors are finding relief of symptoms when patients are removed from aspartame, yet it is still on the market. Senator Howard Hetzenbaum recently wrote a bill that would have instituted independent studies, but it was killed by the powerful drug and chemical lobbies. This is just another example of how important it is for consumers to not blindly trust the government or any other organization to always look after the health interest of the consumer."

Dr. Tom Lee, N.M.D. - General aspartame overview article. "Considering what is now known about brain chemistry, as well as, the now numerous documented reports of adverse reactions to aspartame, it would be prudent to eliminate aspartame from the diet."

Dr. Bryan T. McConnell, ND - Short, general opinion. "It is best advised to stay away from aspartame containing products. Finally, avoid getting nutrition information from junk food industry PR organizations such as IFIC or organizations that accept large sums of money from the junk and chemical food industry such as the American Dietetic Association."

Dr. G. M. Wolverton, M.D. - Short article. "Very frequently, when you put a designer drug into the human body for the purpose of "fooling" an organ system, the consequences are far reaching and sometimes quite disastrous."

Dr. Kathleen DesMaisons, Ph.D., addictive nutrition specialist. - Very short article. "I encourage my clients to stay away from products with aspartame both for their addictive potential and their reinforcement of the dependence upon sweet taste."

Dr. Lendon Smith, M.D. - "These ingredients may not actually cause mental problems but can certainly trigger them by interfering with the ratio of the various brain neurotransmitters. A person may be susceptible to brain chemical alterations, but the reaction only occurs when there is stress plus the ingestion of ASP."

Dr. Laura Thompson, metabolic nutritionist - An article on ADD & nutrition that briefly mentions aspartame. "By all means don’t give your kids artificial-anything, especially artificial sweeteners such as aspartame or Nutrasweet TM. These products can negatively affect brain function, behavior, and their health."

MEDLINE/PubMed case(Oct 2001) - Tiny report: "Aspartame, an artificial sweetener added to many foods and beverages, may trigger headaches in susceptible individuals."

Karinya.com - Good article. "In neurosurgeon Dr. Russell Blaylock's book "Excitotoxins: The Taste That Kills," he writes that aspartame causes major neurological changes, and in heavy users, may even precipitate lupus and methanol toxicity, which at first appears to be multiple sclerosis. The ingredients in NutraSweet literally stimulate the neurons of the brain to death causing brain damage of varying degrees."

Femail.co.uk: Daily Mail article - Short article on artificial sweetner dangers. "Concerns were first raised about aspartame in 1978 when researchers in Barcelona found a link between high intakes of the substance and brain tumours when fed to rats."

Bitter Truth of aspartame - Another article. "Unfortunately, many patients in my practice, and others seen in consultation, developed serious metabolic, neurologic and other complications that could be specifically attributed to using aspartame products."

Radio Interview Transcript - A transcript of a 1997 Dallas, Texas radio interview with Mary Nosh Stoddard, Founder of ACSN. "..It was first approved in 1974, but the approval was rescinded because of the brain tumor issue....We compare this to the cigarette issue because it's a very close parallel. How many cigarettes does it take to cause lung cancer or a stroke, or a heart attack? How many diet drinks do you have to consume to get a brain tumor? How many spoonfuls of Equal do you have to take to have a pancreatic tumor or liver damage? The answer is: We don't know exactly what amount because it does not show up in short term testing. It's the long term effect. "

Weight Gain articles
Note: Many of the articles above deal with the weight gain effects of aspartame as well. Ironically, overweight & obesity rates in the U.S. remained virtually unchanged from 1960 to 1980, only to skyrocket from 1980 - 2000, the same period "diet" products with aspartame were introduced.


Dr. Sandra Cabot, M.D. Liver specialist - "Aspartame makes you fatter... After having been consulted by thousands of overweight people suffering with problems concerning the liver and/or metabolism I can assure you that aspartame will not help you in any way, indeed it will help you to gain unwanted weight." Liverdoctor.com - Dr. Cabot's website. Dr. Cabot's books on the liver and diet.

Ann Louise Gittleman, nutritionist - "Within a month of quitting the NutraSweet and all the products it was found in, Jan's symptoms (and the extra weight) disappeared...I suggest you completely avoid any foods with added NutraSweet or any other artificial sweetener." Ann Louise Gittleman is a well known and respected nutritionist, author of dozens of popular nutrition books.

Rebecca Ephraim, RD, CCN - "Aspartame = Diet-astrous Results. "...the amino acid phenylalanine, blocks production of serotonin, a nerve chemical that, among other activities, controls food cravings... Nutritionist Susan Allen...believes that when they consume them, the sweet taste of no-calorie sweeteners triggers their bodies to release insulin, even though there is no food to feed the cells. The problem Allen sees is that an "insulin-sensitive" person who uses artificial sweeteners teases his or her body into thinking food is on its way, so insulin is released. But when the body discovers it was cheated out of food, it revolts by throwing a food-craving tantrum that can only be quelled by eating blood sugar food that will more than likely be high-calorie sugary snacks.


Hundreds of testimonials - "Getting of Nutrasweet has taken away my excessive appetite. I eat a big lunch, but have little desire for supper and now that I'm off diet drinks, I've lost 10 pounds in the first month...."

History of Aspartame: approval, lack of testing, FDA ties to industry

Arthur M. Evangelista, former FDA investigator - Excellent easy to read letter. "Prior to the approval of aspartame, the FDA sent two specialized teams to G.D. Searle, and found an ghastly 95% level of mis-directed testing, concealed tests, collusion between corporate and their company-funded research, inappropriate antemortum issues, withholding of material facts, alteration of records, lying to investigators, lost records, no records, falsification of reports, bribery, poor test methodology or design....et al...Former corporate officials, who began working for the Food and Drug Administration (and vice versa), were very cavalier about issues uncovered at Searle regarding their drug processing, and about aspartame. Some, with a hidden agenda of promised secret money or better industry jobs, actively hindered the investigation into G.D. Searle's laboratory practices. It is obvious when you see the records and numbers, and WHERE those jobs were."

UPI report part #1, Part #2, Part #3 - Excellent, detailed 1987 8 month UPI investigative report on the history of aspartame. A must read. "Dr. Reuben Matalon, a pediatrician and geneticist....said, 'Let us say cigarettes were invented today, and you give 20 people two packs a day and after six weeks, no one has cancer, would you say that it was safe? That’s what they did with NutraSweet.'...'There are virtually no studies,' Turner said, 'that have been done by individuals using resources other than the industry’s that have given a clean bill of health to aspartame.'"

History of Aspartame approval #2 - Detailed timeline showing how aspartame got approved. An excellent read. "Shortly after the FDA approval for aspartame in carbonated beverages, FDA Commissioner, Arthur Hull Hayes left the FDA under charges of improprieties...and was hired as a consultant ($1,000 per day) with G.D. Searle's public relations firm, Burson Marsteller...The United Press reported on October 12, 1987 that more than 10 federal officials involved in the NutraSweet decision took jobs in the private sector linked to the aspartame industry."

History of Aspartame approval #3 - Excellent, extremely detailed article about the aspartame approval. "Dr. Gross, the chief scientist on the FDA task force, told the CBS *Nightly News* staff in January, 1984, that Searle made "*deliberate* decisions" to cloak the toxic effects of aspartame. "They took great pains to camouflage these shortcomings of the study,'' Gross said, "as I say, filter and just present to the FDA what they wished the FDA to know. And they did other *terrible* things. For instance, animals would develop tumors while they were under study-well, G.D. Searle would *remove these tumors from the animals*," surgically masking the cancerous effects of aspartame.....Despite what one FDA scientist described as 'very serious' questions concerning pivotal brain tumor tests, Hayes eagerly approved aspartame for use in dry foods in July 1981...Hayes acknowledged in his 1981 decision that he had only consulted a preliminary report of the Japanese evaluation, and only *skimmed* it. More serious, Hayes violated federal law by basing approval on the test, as it had not been reviewed by the FDA board.....James Turner, representing the Community Nutrition Institute in Washington, D.C., said that Arthur Hull Hayes, to arrive at his decision that aspartame is safe, firewalked apath "through a mass of scientific mismanagement, improper procedures, wrong conclusions and general scientific inexactness".

History of Aspartame approval #4 - "Dr. Jacqueline Verrett, a former FDA toxicologist, and member of an FDA task force that investigated the authenticity of research done by Searle to establish the safety of aspartame, says she believes the original aspartame studies were 'built on a foundation of sand.' " Dr. Jacqueline Verrett Congressional testimony

disinfo.com(disinformation): Another long, detailed article.

NSDA Protest - A must read 1983 National Soft Drink Assn. protest letter put in Congressional Record in 1985. Note that this was written AFTER the FDA approved aspartame for use in dry foods. The NSDA later changed their mind and started making billions in diet drink sales. "G. D. Searle and Company has not demonstrated to a reasonable certainty that the use of aspartame in soft drinks, without quantitative limitations, will not adversely affect human health as a result of the changes such use is likely to cause in brain chemistry and under certain reasonably anticipated conditions of use....Aspartame is inherently, markedly and uniquely unstable in aqueous media."

The Bressler Report - Detailed scathing 1977 FDA Report on Searle and the incredible number of disparities, missing information, and improper procedures in their aspartame tests. You're fed the quote: "Aspartame is the most tested product in the world" often. It's a bunch of garbage, especially with tests like these: "Observation records indicated that animal A23LM was alive at week 88, dead from week 92 through week 104, alive at week 108, and dead at week 112." All it took was one corrupt FDA commissioner to overrule the FDA board and approve aspartame.

Wall Street Journal article - "Two government lawyers who decided against prosecuting the maker of NutraSweet for allegedly falsifying test results later joined the law firm that represented the company during the criminal investigation, Senate investigators charged."

Star Tribune Article - Excellent article on the FDA and the lack of aspartame testing. "Food and Drug Administration officials have for years resisted proposals from government scientists for comprehensive studies of the safety of the artificial sweetener aspartame, which 100 million Americans consume as NutraSweet....FDA officials said that, since 1981, about 8,000 consumers have complained to the agency that the sweetener has caused them physical ailments.... Huff said that the number of reports is worrisome, though, because "if 100 people have a headache after chewing NutraSweet gum, only one's going to report it...In 1976, the FDA's general counsel requested a federal grand jury investigation of the company because of alleged irregularities in its laboratory. (Such an investigation was never undertaken.)"

News4jax.com article - "One person who doesn't call it safe: former FDA investigator Arthur Evangelista. Evangelista says he left the FDA in the late 19-80's because of its practices. "On several issues -- including Aspartame -- I was told to keep my mouth shut.," Evangelista said. "The FDA was not following a public health policy that was protecting the public itself. but rather, seemed to be in collusion with corporations that were marketing substances that were detrimental to public health."

http://www.321recipes.com/aspartame.html

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wow! who knew bananas were so cool?!



Bananas.
Containing three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber, a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.
Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.
Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it the perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.
Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.
Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type ! of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.
Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.
Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the in side of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successfu! l at reducing swelling and irritation.
Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system.
Overweight and at work?: Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.
PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Bananas can help SAD sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer, tryptophan.
Smoking: Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.
Strokes: According to research in "The New England Journal of Medicine,"eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!
Temperature control: Many other cultures see bananas as a "cooling" fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand, for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.
Ulcers: The banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicler cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
Warts: Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out Carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!
So, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around.
So maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, "A banana a day keeps the doctor away

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Beans, Beans, the wonderful fruit,
the more you eat, the more you toot,
the more you toot, the better you feel,
so eat your beans at every meal

[fung_derf]

Can someone tell me the secret to carmelizing onions? Whenever I grille onions I have varying results and I know there's a secret to it, so any help will be appreciated. Do I cook them fast or slow? Covered or uncovered? With or without sugar? Water in the pan or not? Help!TIA

[teapeebubbles]

Q: Did you hear about the new Vietnamese cookbook?

A: 100 ways to wok your dog.

[teapeebubbles]

A man was sitting in a subway car eating a bag of fresh shrimp, ripping off the heads and shells and then throwing them out of the window.

After he had gobbled a few of them down the old woman opposite him says, "Sir, would you mind not doing that? It's disgusting to watch."

"Listen, lady," He replies, "It's got nothing to do with you. I've paid for my ticket and I'll do what I damn well please." He then continues ripping off the shells, throwing them out of the window and eating the shrimp. Finally he finishes the bag and settles back for a little snooze.

The old woman pulls out the needles and yarn from her bag and begins knitting. For the next few minutes all the man could hear while he was trying to sleep was that incessant clicking of her knitting needles.

After a few more minutes, he sits back up and says to the woman, "Could you please stop that noise, I'm trying to sleep?"

"It's got nothing to do with you," snaps the woman, "I've paid for my ticket and I'll do what I want on this train."

At that, the man grabs the woman's knitting and throws it out the window. The woman immediately stands up and pulls the emergency stop cord.

The man bursts out laughing, saying, "Ha ha, the transit police will fine you $200 for that!"

"Maybe," the old woman replies, "But I bet you'll get at least six years after they smell your fingers

[teapeebubbles]

OT (a must read) Why are we still there?....

Every day there are news reports about more deaths. Every night on TV there are photos of death and destruction. Why are we still there?

We occupied this land, which we had to take by force, but it causes us nothing but trouble. Why are we still there?

Many of our children go there and never come back. Why are we still here?

Their government is unstable, and they have loopy leadership. Why are we still there?

Many of their people are uncivilized. Why are we still there?

The place is subject to natural disasters, which we are supposed to bail them out of. Why are we still there?

There are more than 1000 religious sects, which we do not understand. Why are we still there?
Their folkways, ideas, and fads are unfathomable to many ordinary Americans, yet spread throughout the youth of the region like a disease. Why are we still there?

We can't even secure the borders. Why are we still there?

They are billions of dollars in debt and it will cost billions more to rebuild, which we can't afford. Why are we still there?

It is becoming clear...
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WE MUST PULL OUT OF CALIFORNIA![/b

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No-carb eating couple booted from buffet

Saturday, April 24, 2004 Posted: 0321 GMT

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (AP) -- A couple on a low-carb diet were kicked out of a buffet restaurant after the manager said they'd eaten too much roast beef.

Chu Rak, who along with his wife have been on the Atkins Diet for two weeks, was asked to leave after he went up to the buffet at the Chuck-A-Rama in suburban Taylorsville for his 12th slice of roast beef.

"It's so embarrassing actually," said Chu Rak's spousal unit, "We went in to have dinner, we were under the impression Chuck-A-Rama was an all-you-can-eat establishment."

Not so, said Jack Johanson, the restaurant chain's district manager.

"We've never claimed to be an all-you-can-eat establishment," said Johanson. "Our understanding is a buffet is just a style of eating."

The general manager who was carving the meat Tuesday became concerned about having enough for other patrons and asked Amaama to stop, Johanson said.

Offended, the couple asked for a refund. The manager refused and called police when they would not leave.

The couple said they have eaten at Chuck-A-Rama's $8.99 buffet at least twice a week, but did not plan to return.

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Jewish foreplay is three hours of begging.

Italian foreplay is "Maria, I'm home."

And.....

American foreplay is "Honey, your car is washed, the
kids are clean, the dishes are done and here is that
diamond ring you have always wanted."

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One guideline applies to fat and thin people alike:


If you're thin, don't eat fast.

If you're fat, don't eat. Fast.

[teapeebubbles]

I am trying Newcastle Brown Ale for the fish batter tonight...

nice deep color,.....

we will see how it tastes....

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congrats u dun gud

[SkeBallLarry]

Way ta go, Gary ....!

[Georgia Bard]

Little Update... Saw my doctor Monday and she is impressed with my health. She agrees the Atkins diet is foolish unless you are diabetic. A well balanced low fat diet is the only way to loose weight. Plus my working out on a treadmill or trainer first thing in the morning get my metabolism up and running. What ever I do I have to get your heart rate up to a point where the workout is doing good for me it is 135 but I go for 150 - 153. I bought a heart rate wrist and chest device and found out my workout was lazy. In 6 weeks I am down from 195 to 173 and still have about 12 pounds more I want to loose. waist is down from 36 to 33 and feeling good.

My meals have to include Carbs so I get the insulin running to repair the muscles and I try to eat less 2500 low fat calories a day. Morning oatmeal or whole wheat pancakes with fat free / sugar free Smuckers breakfast syrup and Promise oleo. I added no oil to the mixture and I use egg beater instead of an egg.

Mid morning snack is canalop or honey dew melon. I drink only water and I do sweeten it with Sweet and low or dixie crystals substitute thus no calories and the water is not too bad.

Lunch, I typically will consume a sandwich made from Holsum Light Wheat only 40 calorie a slice half the calories of normal bread and a fat free lunch meat like chicken or turkey. Plus a baby spinach salad with mushrooms, carrots, tomatoe and cucumber with hidden valley fat free ranch. I do change the sandwich to various left overs like tipilia fish or tuna or whatever but fat free or low fat.

Snack apple (fuji or gala and/or banana)

Dinner. I have a Roman Heart salad with mushrooms, brocoli, calliflower and tomato with Hidden Valley fat free dressing. I try to have fish or chicken with white rice because brown has fat in it, and steamed fresh vegetables and a smoothie of 5 strawberries, 1 kiwi, 1.4 cup lots of pulp orange juice and crushed ice.

Just before bed I eat fruit or celery with the hidden valley fat free ranch. dropping weight very well and healthy. Doctor drew blood Monday as a base line ... I am starting 6 herb supplements today ... 1 - heart, 1 - vascular, 1 - Joints, 1- cell antioxidant, 1- Calcium supplement, & 1 - multivitamin.

I work out 3 times a week on 25 different routines and I use low weight and high reps. Like the abdominal crunch machine I do 75 @ 100 pounds. Most everything else is at 70 pounds and I do 3 sets of 15 - 20 reps.

Carbs are required to build up the muscle thus I need insulin. Since I started this low fat diet and watch what I eat my wife is shocked how I look at 51 in the last 6 weeks. She on the other hand is not successful because she snacks on fried junk and her dressing is like 130 calories a tablespoon where Hidden Valley ranch is only 30. SHe will figure it out soon enough.

Oh and if I get a sweet toothe I eat a couple of fat free devils food cookies (snackwell).

Everyone is different but I have a data base on all foods sorted by fat content and I eat as much fat free or low fat as possible and in doing so I avoid high carb and high calorie foods ... but again I want the carbs for the insulin to repair muscles.

Good luck but the diet and the heart rate at working out is the key I have found out which is why eating a balanced diet is critical. I know two people on atkins at the gym and I must say I do not want to look the way they do ... they look sickly and they flat out look unhealthy.

Even the gym wants to know what I am doing. I was a mess 6 weeks ago ... 14.5" arms and 33 waist and 173 pounds and lastly feeling strong and great.

Just a matter of changing your eating habits.

good luck everyone ... FInd what works for you and consult your doctor on the diet before doing something that may cause you harm. Swapping weight loss for bad health is not very wise.

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Diet Warning
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> For those of you who watch what you eat...
> Here's the final word on nutrition and health. It's a relief to know
> the truth after all those conflicting medical studies.
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> 1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks
> than the British or Americans.
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> 2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat and also suffer fewer heart attacks
> than the British or Americans.
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> 3. The Japanese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart
> attacks than the British or Americans.
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> 4. The Italians drink excessive amounts of red wine and also suffer
> fewer heart attacks than the British or Americans.
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> 5. The Germans drink a lot of beer and eat lots of sausages and fats
> and suffer fewer heart attacks than the British or Americans.
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> CONCLUSION: Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is
> apparently what kills you.

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Thin People Don't

I read every diet I can get my hands on. I even follow their suggestions. But eventually, inevitably, I always get fat again. Now, at last, I've found The Answer. After living for almost 14 years with a man who never gains an ounce no matter what I serve him, I've found out what it is that keeps him thin: He thinks differently. The real difference between fat and thin people is that thin people:

avoid eating popcorn in the movies because it gets their hands greasy;

split a large combination pizza with three friends;

think Oreo cookies are for kids;

nibble cashews one at a time;

think that doughnuts are indigestible;

read books they have to hold with both hands;

become so absorbed in a weekend project they forget to have lunch;

fill the candy dish on their desks with paper clips;

counteract the midafternoon slump with a nap instead of a cinnamon Danish;

exchange the deep-fryer they received for Christmas for a clock-radio;

lose their appetites when they're depressed;

think chocolate Easter bunnies are for kids;

save leftovers that are too skimpy to use for another meal in order to make interesting soups;

throw out stale potato chips;

will eat only Swiss or Dutch chocolate, which cannot be found except in a special store;

think it's too much trouble to stop at a special store just to buy chocolate;

don't celebrate with a hot-fudge sundae every time they lose a pound;

warm up after skiing with black coffee instead of hot chocolate and whipped cream;

try all the salads at the buffet, leaving room for only one dessert;

find iced tea more refreshing than an ice-cream soda;

get into such interesting conversations at cocktail parties that they never quite work their way over to the hors-d'oeuvre table;

have no compulsion to keep the candy dish symmetrical by reducing the jelly beans to an equal number of each color;

think that topping brownies with ice cream makes too rich a dessert;

bring four cookies into the TV room instead of a box;

think banana splits are for kids.

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Bachelor's Diet

MONDAY:

BREAKFAST - Who can eat breakfast on a Monday? Swallow some toothpaste while brushing your teeth

LUNCH - Send your secretary out for six "gutbombers" those little hamburgers that used to cost a dime but now cost sixty five cents. Also order French fries, a bowl of chili, a soft drink and have her stop on the way back for a family size bottle of maalox.

AFTERNOON SNACK - Drink the maalox

DINNER - Six pack of beer and Kentucky fried chicken three-piece dinner, don't eat the coleslaw.


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TUESDAY:

BREAKFAST - Eat the coleslaw

LUNCH - Go to the office vending machine and put ninety five cents in and close your eyes, push a button and eat whatever comes out swallowing it whole to prevent nausea.

DINNER - Four tacos and a pitcher of Sangria at El Flasho's.


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WEDNESDAY:

BREAKFAST - Jaws couldn't eat breakfast after a night at El Flasho's

LUNCH - Rolaids and a coke

DINNER - Drop in at a married friends house and beg for scraps


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THURSDAY:

BREAKFAST - Order out for pizza

LUNCH - Your secretary is out sick, check Mondays gutbomber sack for leftovers.

DINNER - Go to a bar and drink yourself silly, when you get hungry ask the bartender for olives.


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FRIDAY:

BREAKFAST - Eggs, sausage, and an English muffin at McDonalds. Eat the Styrofoam plate and leave the food. It tastes better and it's better for you.

LUNCH - Skip lunch, Fridays are murder

DINNER - Steak, well-done, baked potato, and asparagus. Don't eat the asparagus, nobody really likes asparagus.


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SATURDAY:

BREAKFAST - Sleep through it.

LUNCH - Ditto

DINNER - Steak, Well done, baked potato, and brussel sprouts. Dont eat the Brussel Sprouts. Take them home and plant them in a hanging basket.


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SUNDAY:

BREAKFAST - Three Bloody Marys and half a Twinkie.

LUNCH - Eat Lunch? Waste a good buzz? Dont eat Lunch.

DINNER - Chicken noodle soup - Call your mom and ask her about renting your old room.

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Do You count Carbs?

All Carbs are NOT equal....

Let's say your Low Carb item says - Net Carbs 1g

What?
Total Carbohydrates 22g
-Dietary Fiber 3g
-Sugar Alcohol 18g
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NET CARBS 1g

Q: If I am following a low carbohydrate diet, what carbohydrates should I count?
A: You should count the Net Carbohydrates.

Q: What are Net Carbohydrates?
A: Net Carbohydrates are defined as carbohydrates that don't have a significant influnce on blood sugar or insulin levels.

Q: How do I calculate Net Carbohydrates?
A: To find the Net Carbohydrates, you should subtact fiber and sugar alcohol from the total carbohydrate count.

Q: What are Sugar Alcohols?
A: Sugar alcohol are sorbitol, maltitol and glycerine, and are used to sweeten and moisten foods.

Q: Are Sugar Alcohols the same as Sugar?
A: Sugar Alcohols are NOT sugar. They are metabolized differently and have minimal impact on blood sugar levels.

Information from www.premiernutrition.com

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Always think Positive

God has a positive answer:


You say: "It's impossible"
God says: All things are possible
(Luke 18:27)

You say: "I'm too tired"
God says: I will give you rest
(Matthew 11:28-30)

You say: "Nobody really loves me"
God says: I love you
(John 3:16 & John 3:34 )

You say: "I can't go on"
God says: My grace is sufficient
(II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)

You say: "I can't figure things out"
God says: I will direct your steps
(Proverbs 3:5-6)

You say: "I can't do it"
God says: You can do all things
(Philippians 4:13)

You say: "I'm not able"
God says: I am able
(II Corinthians 9:8)

You say: "It's not worth it"
God says: It will be worth it
(Roman 8:28 )

You say: "I can't forgive myself"
God says: I Forgive you
(I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)

You say: "I can't manage"
God says: I will supply all your needs
(Philippians 4:19)

You say: "I'm afraid"
God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear
(II Timothy 1:7)

You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated"
God says: Cast all your cares on ME
(I Peter 5:7)

You say: "I don't have enough faith"
God says: I've given everyone a measure of faith
(Romans 12:3)

You say: "I'm not smart enough"
God says: I give you wisdom
(I Corinthians 1:30)

You say: "I feel all alone"
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you
(Hebrews 13:5)

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CANNIBALS

Two cannibals just finished a big meal and one turns
to the other while rubbing his belly with his fist
and said, "You know, I just ate my mother-in-law,
and she still doesn't agree with me!"


Two cannibals are eating a clown. One says to the
other, "Does this taste funny to you?"


When do cannibals leave the table?
When everyone's eaten.


The first cannibal asked the 2nd cannibal, "Aren't you done eating yet?"
The 2nd cannibal replied, "I'm on my last leg now."


Did you hear about the cannibal who loved fast food?
He ordered a pizza with everybody on it.


One cannibal to another: I never met a man I didn't like!


What is a cannibal's favorite type of TV show?
A celebrity roast.


Where do cannibals shop for fine furniture?
Eatin' Allen's.


What do cannibals eat for dessert?
Chocolate covered aunts.


What is a cannibal's favorite game?
Swallow the leader.


What do cannibals make out of politicians?
Bologna sandwiches.


What did the cannibal get when he was late for dinner?
The cold shoulder.


Did you hear about the cannibal who was expelled from school for buttering up his teacher?


Cannibal's recipe book: How to Serve Your Fellow Man.

[Georgia Bard]

LOL that is a good one.

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You'll love this fruitcake recipe!! I'm sure you can use it yourself, or pass it on to your mother/wife/girlfriend/etc.

Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup sugar
1 tsp salt
1 cup brown sugar
Lemon juice
4 large eggs
Nuts
1 bottle Johnnie Walker
2 cups dried fruit

Sample the Johnnie Walker to check quality.
Take a large bowl, check the whisky again.
To be sure it is of the highest quality, pour one level cup and drink.
Repeat.
Turn on the electric mixer.Sample whisky.
Beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl. Add one tsp sugar. Beat again.
Make sure the whisky is still OK. Try another cup. Turn off the mixerer.
Break 2 leggs and add to the bowl and chuck in the cup of dried fruit.

Mix on the turner. If the flied druit gets stuck in the beaterers pry it loose with a drewscriver.
Sample the whisky to check the tonsisticity.
Next, sift two cups of salt. Or something. Who giveshz a flick.
Check the whisky.
Now sift the lemon juice and strain your nuts.
Add one table. Add a spoon of sugar, or something.
Whatever you can find.
Whisk the checky
Greash the oven and p iss in the tridge.
Turn the cake tin 350 defrees. Don't forget to beat off the turner.
Throw the bowl through the bloody window. Check the whisky again and go to bed.

[LoMo]

Heart Disease in Women
Many of us think of heart disease as a disease that kills primarily men. In a year 2000 Yale University study, 250,000 women died from heart disease, compared to 40,000 who died from breast cancer. This is a huge difference. The study also showed that in women who have a heart attack before the age of 75, the risk of the chance of mortality is much higher in comparison to their male counterparts. Many times women do not realize that they have heart disease due to the fact that their symptoms may present differently than the "typical heart attack" symptoms of crushing chest pressure with pain radiating down the arm. Women may experience a "gastritis" or "reflux" feeling, along with a headache or neck pain.

Women usually develop heart disease later than men due to the protective effects that estrogen have against heart disease. When a woman reaches menopause age, she no longer produces estrogen, which then causes a dramatic increase in her risk for heart disease. This is one reason why women should hold onto their reproductive organs for as long as they can and not undergo unnecessary hysterectomies when at all possible. Many women are now turning to natural hormone replacement therapy at the time of menopause, so this has helped decrease their risk for heart disease.

Just like men, women should heed the following advice in order to prevent the onset of heart disease in the first place:

Bob Filice,
M.D.

Ross Hauser, M.D.

Marion Hauser, M.S.,R.D.

1. Eat foods that encourage natural blood thinning.
The thinner the blood the easier it is going to be for the heart to pump blood throughout the whole body. The scientific term for "thickening of the blood" is called coagulopathy. Obviously, we want to avoid things that accelerate coagulopathy and encourage things that promote a natural blood thinning.

Here are some good blood-thinning foods to include in your diet:
Vegetables such as avocados, cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, onions, garlic, kelp, and kale.
Fats such as flax seed oil, fish oils, walnut oil, and Fish: cold water ocean fish. Salmon, bluefish, Arctic char, mackerel, and swordfish rate the highest in omega-3 fatty acids, which are protective and provide natural blood thinning.

2. Eliminate foods that contribute to blood thickening.
Any food that contains hydrogenated fats or oils will contribute to the thickening of the blood. Such foods include:
- Packaged products: cookies, crackers, snack items
- Ice creams and frozen desserts
- Margarine
- Fried foods: french fries, fried vegetables, fried chicken, chips
- Vegetable oils such as corn oil, safflower oil, and vegetable oil
- Deli foods, including mayonnaise-based products.

3. Lose excess weight.
When someone has excessive fat pounds, the heart has to pump a lot harder. Fat cells have a poor blood supply and quite frankly fat just puts a great strain on a lot of body organs. Imagine carrying around a 20 pound weight all day. Even after an hour or two you would be exhausted, but yet the heart in an overweight person has to do that every minute for decades. It is no wonder that people who are overweight are at great risk for the damaging effects of high blood pressure and heart disease. To lose weight the following are basic guidelines:
- Exercise Daily
- Try Heart Rate Monitoring Training
- Decrease portion sizes
- Supplements from Benuts.com, including weight less, CLA

4. Reduce stress level
Let’s be honest, stress in any form raises blood sugar levels, which in turn, is stored as excess fat in your organs and arteries. Sometimes stress is due to a bad relationship or job, but stress can occur in the body from a food or chemical allergy. For someone with blood pressure problems, tests can be done for heavy metal toxicity and food/chemical sensitivities, to see if these are inducing a stress reaction in the body. Also testing for magnesium, potassium and other mineral levels can help see if a person is being more affected by some sensitivity or toxicity due to a mineral deficiency.

The treatment for stress-induced hypertension is to eliminate the stress. If it is a relationship, please restore it or eliminate it. If it is a job, try and get the job stress changed. It may mean switching jobs. If it is from a food or chemical, eliminate exposure to these items. If a mineral deficiency is causing the problem then get on Supervits or Multi-Min to supplement the missing mineral.

For many, stress reduction can be hastened by doing Bible reading, praying, exercise and activities such as yoga. These, however, are not substitutes for getting at the root cause of the stress.

5. Have regular bowel movements:
A few years back, researchers at Tufts University in Boston published a very non-surprising report in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Basically the report reaffirmed what many of us "alternative" physicians had known for years. If you have multiple bowel movements per day you will be a lot healthier! In this particular study the emphasis was placed on women eating a high fiber diet to reduce their risk for heart attack.

Having regular bowel movements (BM's) is beneficial for so many reasons:

-Biology gave us BM's so that our bodies can eliminate toxins. If these toxins are not eliminated, increases in risks for heart disease, cancer, chronic disorders, and autoimmune disorders may occur because these toxins are oxidants that cause disease!

-Having regular bowel movements makes you healthier in ways not only pointed out above, but also shows that your digestion and absorption of foods and nutrients are in proper sync. Better digestion means healthier you!

Having more bowel movements is one of the goals we have for all our patients at CMRS. This is why we concentrate so heavily on finding foods that you tolerate well and help you avoid foods that may cause gastric problems that may include constipation.

A four-year old will move his/her bowels after each meal. Do you? You should - otherwise your pipes can get all clogged up. As your toilet is used to get rid of waste, so does your colon or large intestine. Most nutrients from the food you eat are already absorbed by the body by the time the stool reaches the colon. The colon's main function is the elimination of body waste. When the colon is sluggish, body wastes accumulate and constipation results. If you are having less than 3 bowel movements/day you are constipated.

Over the years 15 to 20 pounds of old-hardened feces can accumulate in the colon. The clogged colon then interferes with the final absorption and digestion of food, depriving the body of necessary nutrients and water. This results in fermentation and putrefaction of undigested food which creates toxins or poisons for the body. These toxins then get reabsorbed into the blood causing disease and a feeling of fatigue. What most people need is a good roto-rooting. Natural medicine may use colon irrigation to remove this impacted material. Colon irrigation is the gradual and gentle introduction of water into the colon via the rectum. About 10 to 12 gallons of water are used during the procedure. The water flow is always under the direct control of the therapist. Each treatment takes approximately 40-50 minutes. Usually the equivalent of 10 or more bowel movements of impacted material is removed.

6. Take your vitamins!
Every one needs to take a good multi vitamin. We just don’t get enough from our food.
These are some additional vitamins that you can take that will help keep your blood thin, protect against oxidation, and strengthen the heart: Vitamin C with Bioflavinoids, Lysine, Garlic, Vitamin E (Natural mixed tocopherols), Enzymes, and Omega 3 fatty acids.

7. Have lab work done regularly to check your risk factors:
Every woman over the age of 50, or better yet, when you turn 40, should check the following labs: hormone levels, blood sugar levels, homocysteine levels, insulin resistance, coronary artery calcifications, heavy metals, lipid peroxides, hypertension, fibrinogen, percent body fat, cholesterol/HDL and Triglyceride/HDL ratios, as well as nutritional factors, such as waist/hip ratio, weight/height ratio and percent body fat. We recommend that our patients over the age of 50 receive a fast CT scan of the heart to check for calcifications. See your natural medicine physician today to get these things taken care of. You don’t want to wait until it is too late.

8. Decrease your carbohydrate load (Eliminate Syndrome X)
Women (and men) who eat too many carbohydrates are at risk for develop hyperinsulinemia and ultimately Syndrome X. When a person eats too many carbohydrates, the body makes insulin to bring the blood sugars down. If this continues for decades, eventually the cells no longer respond to the effects of insulin. The over-consumption of carbohydrates leads to storage of fat in the body in the form of triglycerides and cholesterol. All of these high carbohydrate, low-fat foods are not necessarily good for you! In Syndrome X, the person has hyperinsulinemia, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and often resultant hypertension and arteriosclerosis (plaque formation). Treatment for Syndrome X includes decreasing carbohydrate consumption and getting metabolic typing done to determine the best diet for your body type.

9. Avoid cigarette smoke
This is a rather obvious thing to do, however, it is not always that easy to do. Cigarette smoking is highly addictive. Unfortunately, cigarette smoking among the young female population is on the rise. Do yourself a favor and don’t start. If you have already started, find a way to stop. Cigarette smoking constricts your blood vessels, weakens your heart, damages your lungs, and increases your risk of heart disease.

10. Exercise more
We cannot emphasize this enough. Exercise does not mean that you walked from the grocery store to your car or that you walked out to get the paper at the mail box. Everyone, especially women, need to make the time to start exercising. Women need to be especially concerned about weight-bearing exercise in addition to aerobic exercise. We need to be doing exercise at least one to two times per week for strengthening, such as weight-lifting. In addition, we need to do a sustained exercise for at least 20 minutes three times per week when we reach at least 85% of our maximum heart rate. Most people are not doing this. Go to your local sporting goods store and buy a heart rate monitor and start from there!

[SkeBallLarry]

Very nice, Teapee .... gonna pass that on ......

[teapeebubbles]

Big Mud Puddles and Sunny Yellow Dandelions
Author Unknown



When I look at a patch of dandelions, I see a bunch of weeds that are going to take over my yard.
My kids see flowers for Mom and blowing white fluff you can wish on.


When I look at an old drunk and he smiles at me, I see a smelly, dirty person who probably wants money and I look away.
My kids see someone smiling at them and they smile back.


When I hear music I love, I know I can't carry a tune and don't have much rhythm so I sit self-consciously and listen.
My kids feel the beat and move to it. They sing out the words. If they don't know them, they make up their own.


When I feel wind on my face, I brace myself against it. I feel it messing up my hair and pulling me back when I walk.
My kids close their eyes, spread their arms and fly with it, until they fall to the ground laughing.


When I pray, I say thee and thou and grant me this, give me that.
My kids say, "Hi God! Thanks for my toys and my friends. Please keep the bad dreams away tonight. Sorry, I don't want to go to Heaven yet. I would miss my Mommy and Daddy."


When I see a mud puddle I step around it. I see muddy shoes and dirty carpets.

My kids sit in it. They see dams to build, rivers to cross, and worms to play with.

I wonder if we are given kids to teach or to learn from? No wonder God loves the little children!
Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.

I wish you Big Mud Puddles and Sunny Yellow Dandelions

[teapeebubbles]

Recipes of the day.



http://www.crowbusters.com/recipes.htm

[teapeebubbles]

thx feel free to use it far and wide, ;)

[Susie924]

OMG! That was very funny!

[teapeebubbles]

Having sex is yet another great past time for burning up those unwanted fat producing
calories...


REMOVING CLOTHES

With partner's consent...
12 calories
Without partner's consent...
187 calories


UNHOOKING BRA

Using two calm hands...
7 calories
Using one trembling hand...
36 calories


GETTING INTO BED

Lifting partner...
1.5 calories
Dragging partner along floor...
16 calories
Using skateboard...
3 calories


ACHIEVING ERECTIONS

For normal healthy man...
2.5 calories
Losing erection...
14 calories
Searching for it...
115 calories


PUTTING ON CONDOM

With erection...
1.5 calories
Without erection...
300 calories


INSERTING DIAPHRAGM

If the woman who does it is:

Experienced...
6 calories
Inexperienced...
73 calories
If a man does it...
650 calories
Add five calories for retrieving it from across the room.



POSSIBLE INTERCOURSE SIDE EFFECTS

Bouncing...
7 calories
Sliding around...
9 calories
Serious skidding...
12 calories
Whiplash...
27 calories


ORGASM

Real...
27 calories
Faked...
160 calories


ORGASMIC INTENSITY SCALE

Shoes flew off...
35 calories
Expression didn't change...
0.5 calories
Orchestra swelled...
6 calories
Birds sang:

Large birds...
7 calories
Small birds...
3 calories
Earth moved...
30 calories


PULLING OUT

After orgasm...
0.5 calories
A few moments before orgasm...
500 calories


PENIS ENVY

For woman...
3 calories
For men...
72 calories


GUILT

Banging your boss for a promotion...
30 calories
Sex during a 'sickie'...
10 calories
Bonking each other with parents in other room...
7 calories
Putting it on your expense account...
9 calories


AGGRAVATION

Partner keeps showing plant...
5 calories
Partner insists on dog cuddling during foreplay...
14 calories
Partner just visited bathroom for 7th time...
10 calories
Partner is taking phone calls...
7 calories
Partner is making phone calls...
40 calories


GETTING CAUGHT

By partner's spouse...
60 calories
By your spouse...
100 calories
Trying to explain...
55 calories
Trying to remain calm...
100 calories
Leaping out of bed...
75 calories
Getting dressed in one motion...
500 calories

[teapeebubbles]

Crow Recipes?

How about crow's liver quinnelles with a quince coulee? That might actually be quite palatable. Along of course with a side of baby carrots with a garlic and courrant beurre blanc.

I might suggest say a Sancerre as a perfect complement to the tart fruitiness of the quince coulee?

That's a meal the fat lady might enjoy

[teapeebubbles]

A few nights ago, I felt gutsy enough to try a homemade, ff vegan version
of those wonderful-tasting Gardenburgers. I ground up a pound of button
mushrooms in my food processor with about 1-1/2 cups of brown rice, 1/2 cup
of chopped onion, and seasoned it with some dried parsley, garlic powder,
salt, vegie boullion, and a couple of drops of liquid smoke seasoning. I
pressed the somewhat wet mixture into patty shapes in a dry non-stick
frying pan, and cooked them on a medium-to-low flame until they were
browned and solid on the outsides (it took quite a while). Except that I
got a bit too much salt in them for my taste (the amount in the boullion
was plenty), they were heavenly! I had put off making them because I
thought they'd be a lot of trouble, but with the food processor, it was a
breeze. My picky son ate his with a slice of ff american cheese, and asked
for seconds!! I highly recommend them.

[teapeebubbles]

Exotic Meats
Alligator, Buffalo, Wild Boar, Rattlesnake, Seafood, and More!
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[teapeebubbles]

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