Blasting a cold with vitamin C will fight it off: myth Now that cold and flu season is officially here, people are loading up on OJ and C supplements to avoid getting sick. But sadly, that may not be as beneficial as you think. While some research shows that people who regularly take vitamin C supplements may have slightly shorter colds or somewhat milder symptoms, for most people, boosting vitamin C doesn’t reduce the risk of catching the common cold. It is true that vitamin C is critical for immune function, and that it plays a key role in wound healing. But the best way to keep your immune system strong is to eat cleanly, including vitamin C rich produce,...
I know this isn't food related but i use this app for Supper's On. It's a lot of fun to use and very helpful when I'm multitasking and need to be hands free.
I highly recommend you listen and work the tutorial before ever using.
Utter has a lot of power as long as you know how to use it! Give it a try !
The beautiful sweet potato is not a potato not even in the same family (Solanaceae) as the potato. It's from the Convolvulaceae family also known as a the morning glory! Pretty crazy. In the US we call the darker color a yam. But it's not really a yam it's a sweet potato. There are over four hundred sweet potatoes varieties that are not genetically modified but heirlooms. The flesh comes in a large range of colors purple, white, yellow, red, and orange. They can be different sizes and shapes and even have very different flavors. They can be grouped into two categories for texture. firm, dry, mealy or soft and moist. Both have a starchy and sweet taste. Mix them...
So you have a lot of pomegranates? Use my tips to enjoy the pomegranates throughout the season and into winter. 1. Get two bowls (place some water in one) your knife, and a cutting board. Get your favorite TV show on. You will be here for about an hour! 2. Score and cut of the top and bottom of each pomegranate. Start peeling the skins of the pomegranates. Next work to remove the membrane in the water so the seeds fall into the bowl. Using water keeps your hands from getting stained red! 3. After the pomegranates are clean from the membranes. Strain half the seeds and place on a cookie sheet to dry. I line the cookie sheet...
Are you having a hard time getting your kids to eat veggies? I have some steps that might help you. 1. Incorporate Veggies into their Favorite Food Although some kids may not like the idea of messing with their favorite dish, many will be willing to experiment. If your kids love hamburgers, try adding a piece of lettuce or tomato and see how they’ll take it. You can also try sneaking some finely chopped broccoli flower and spinach into lasagna. With the broccoli mixed in with the ground beef and the spinach layered in with the cheese, they will enjoy the same textures they have come to love in lasagna. 2. Take them out to a Healthy...
