Archive for September, 2010
Posted on September 16, 2010 by admin
1. Green Tea
2. Salmon
3. Blueberries
4. Carrots
5. Water
I snagged this list from naturalnews.com. I really should get back to taking fresh carrot juice. I stopped for a while since my favorite grocery no longer sells huge carrots. Last week though, I was able to get big carrots from the grocery and so I am back to juicing again. Water, I am trying to drink as much as I can. Not so much though of the first three. I don’t worry to much though as I have oxytoxin type II to help fight those unwelcomed wrinkles.
Posted on September 16, 2010 by admin
I like this. And it’s posted on all of my blogs.
~via http://maryruffle.tumblr.com/.
Posted on September 15, 2010 by admin
Uh-oh, I just had a midnight snack of bread, tuna and noodles. I didn’t eat a lot for dinner as I badly want to lose my belly fat. But guess what, I got hungry just a couple of hours after dinner. I had no choice but to eat as I know I won’t be able to sleep easily with a grumbling stomach. I had no regrets though, but I guess I’d be needing diet pills if I really want to lose all these lbs. Or I can try using the treadmill again. That we’ll have to see. 
Posted on September 11, 2010 by admin
A very clever idea for a kids party. Not cake to slice. Each kid gets a piece or two of donut. I was thinking of getting cupcakes for son’s birthday in school. Now I am thinking of having donuts instead.
~via http://prettyfoods.tumblr.com/.
Posted on September 11, 2010 by admin
More than chocolates, I am more into pastries. I am always having a hard time staying away from those sweet treats. But I am slowly trying to lessen my sweets now. And I am planning to put on my running shorts once again. I’m just resting for a while as I am having asthma attacks the past week.
Anyway, below are the reasons why we should dramatically reduce, or better yet, avoid sugar in our diet.
1. Feeds candida
2. Promotes wrinkling and aging skin2
3. Makes your blood acidic3
4. Can lead to osteoporosis.4
5. Rots your teeth5
6. Raises your blood sugar level6
7. Contributes to obesity7
8. Is addictive (almost as much as drugs) 8
9. Can create the urge to binge9
10. Provides ‘empty calories’ with no nutritional value10
11. Contributes to diabetes11
12. Robs your body of minerals.12
13. Robs you of energy13
14. Contributes to heart problems14
15. Can cause cancer15
16. Contributes to ulcers16
17. Can cause gallstones17
18. Contributes to adrenal fatigue
19. Can suppress your immune system18
20. Raises the level of neurotransmitters called serotonin19
21. Weakens eyesight
22. Sugar can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
23. Can cause aging20
24. Can contribute to eczema21
25. Can cause arthritis22
~via http://www.bodyecology.com/.
Posted on September 11, 2010 by admin
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
* 1 large Potato
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 tablespoon garlic
* 1 teaspoon black pepper
* 1 tablespoon oregano
* 1 teaspoon mustard powder
* 1 teaspoon parsley
* salt to taste
Directions
* Preheat oven to 425˚
* Before cutting potato, rinse well under water. From there, cut the ends off the potato, stand up on end, and cut slices from the potato that are 1/4″ thick (depending on how thick you want your fries- cut accordingly) Take slices and cut fries out of the potato-using 1/4 ” as the measurement.
* Once all fries are cut, place in medium bowl and add the remaining ingredients, tossing until every piece is covered. Spread out onto a baking sheet covered in parchment paper. Bake for 25 minutes, flip the fries, and bake for a remaining 10-15 until fries are crispy (35-45 minutes total.) Make sure to not over crowd the pan- this will result in uneven baking.
~via http://naturallyella.com/.
Posted on September 11, 2010 by admin
On top of my Christmas shopping list is toys. Of course, they are for my kid. But then again, I am having second thoughts on getting more toys for him. I have organized his toys and have already boxed those for donation, but his playroom still looks crowded. I will probably have another batch of organization as I know come December, he will have new stuff again. I can’t wait for the big toy sale come November. My kid remembers the place and has been wanting to go there. I am still thinking if I will order online for him. Maybe not.
Posted on September 10, 2010 by admin
I am happy to have stumbled upon this recipe as I love both okra and tomatoes. They are staple in my weekly grocery list.
Okra and Tomatoes Recipe
Ingredients
* 5 Tbsp vegetable oil
* 1 celery rib, sliced thin
* 1/2 onion, sliced thin
* 1 jalapeño chile, seeded, sliced thin
* 3 garlic cloves, sliced thin
* 1 Tbsp tomato paste
* 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
* 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (use vegetable broth for vegetarian version, and gluten-free broth for gluten-free version)
* 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
* 1/2 to 3/4 pound fresh okra
* 5 plum tomatoes, diced
* Salt and pepper
Method
1 Heat 3 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large sauté pan or wide, shallow pot over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, sauté the onion, jalapeño and celery for 2 minutes, stirring once or twice. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute or two.
2 While the vegetables are sautéing, mix the tomato paste, broth and vinegar until they are combined. Add to the pan with the vegetables and bring to a boil. Add the rosemary and a pinch of salt.
3 As the sauce is boiling, slice the okra on the bias to create diagonal pieces. The reason for diagonal slicing is to expose as much of the interior of the okra as possible. Wait to cut the okra until the last minute because it helps make them less slimy.
4 Heat another pan over high heat for a minute or two. Add the remaining oil and get it almost smoking hot, which should take 1-2 minutes. Add the sliced okra and spread out in a single layer in the pan. Let the okra brown for at least a minute before you move them. The goal is to cook the okra quickly at very high heat without moving it too much. The high heat sears the okra and helps limit the slime factor. Sear the okra for 3-4 minutes, stirring only 2-3 times.
5 As soon as the okra is done, add it to the boiling sauce. Add the diced tomatoes and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, no longer. The tomatoes should still be a bit firm, and you don’t want to cook the okra to the point it starts releasing slime.
6 Turn off the heat, grind black pepper over everything and taste once more for salt. Add if needed.
Serve over steamed rice or with lots of crusty bread.
Serves 4 as a side dish.
~via http://simplyrecipes.com/.
Posted on September 10, 2010 by admin
More stable than paper currency. More valuable over time. That’s what they say of gold. It’s no wonder that investing in gold coins, as well as silver and other precious metals, is getting popular. In addition, you get to preserve your wealth too if you buy gold. I know, we cannot afford such investment for now but it won’t hurt to learn more about it. United States Gold Bureau is the place to visit if you wish to learn more about this type of investment. You can even buy gold bullion, silver and other precious metals from them. They likewise have hard asset professionals that can assist you. Transactions with them are guaranteed safe and secure, too.
Posted on September 7, 2010 by admin
This recipe calls for using a grill, but you could just as easily lay the eggplant slices on a broiling pan (pan rubbed first with some vegetable oil) and broil the slices a few minutes on each side.
Ingredients
* 1 large globe eggplant (about 1 lb), sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch thick rounds
* Salt
* 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 1/4-inch slices
* 1 large beefsteak tomato
* 1 medium red onion
* 10-12 fresh basil leaves
* About 1/4 cup olive oil
* 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
* 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
* 6 small burger buns
Steps
1. Line a large tray with paper towels. Lay out the rounds of eggplant on the tray in a single layer. Salt generously on both sides. Let sit while you prepare the other ingredients.
2. Cut the tomato into 1/4 inch thick slices. Cut the red onion into 1/8 inch slices. Pour the two vinegars and a teaspoon of olive oil into a flat container such as a casserole dish. Sprinkle with a little salt and stir with a fork to combine. Lay the onions and tomatoes down in the container and turn to coat with the dressing.
3. Prepare your grill for high, direct heat. Make sure the grates are clean, and close the lid.
4. Once the eggplant slices have been sitting for at least 15 minutes, pat them dry with more paper towels. Use a pastry brush to paint them on both sides with olive oil. Lay the slices on the grill and grill them for about 3-4 minutes per side with the lid closed, until nicely browned. Remove from grill. Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill, for about 30 seconds to a minute, just enough to get lightly toasted.
5. To build the sandwich, set out your burger buns. Put two or three rounds of eggplant slices on top of the bottom bun. Then add a tomato slice and some red onion. Add a couple slice of the fresh mozzarella and top it with some basil leaves.
Serves 4 to 6.
~via http://simplyrecipes.com/.
Something to try. Eggplant is one of my fave veggies. It is a staple on my weekly grocery shopping. Lately though, I am getting tired of frying it or making it into an omelette. This one looks yummy. Anyway, I need to look into metal buildings, or else I will be preoccupied will all the yummy recipes I am seeing online.
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