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Hi Folks,
OK so I know that I am always encouraging you to make fresh healthy food yourselves, but let�s face it, sometimes there isn�t enough time in the day. I want to talk about things that you will commonly find in your ready made food; what they are, and what they means to your health; this way you can make an informed choice about what to pick up and more importantly what to put down.
So what is an additive? It is something added to your food to make it last longer, taste better, look palatable, make it easier to manufacture, or cheaper to produce. Within the European Union additives are labeled with an E number which means that the additive has been accepted by the European Community. Many of these officially sanctioned products are still banned in some EU countries, and also in Scandinavia, Russia and Australia. If a number appears without an E then it has not been cleared for use by the European Community, but may be used in the UK. In the US a different system is used which includes numbers instead, although the additives are the same. The food and governmental bodies have said for years that the range of additives are safe for human consumption, however, as you can see many countries cannot agree about what is and isn�t safe.
Over the years some additives have been withdrawn due to health scares; 28 food additives (including the infamous Sudan 1) have been banned, mostly because they carry a cancer risk, or contribute to organ damage. 15 of the 28 banned were food colorings. Out of 45 current E-numbered colourings, 23 are banned in one or more countries, and yet available in the UK. A further 21 colourings are recommended to be avoided by the Hyperactive Children�s Support Group, along with 49 other E-numbered food additives (including sweeteners) linked with behavioral problems in children- and also commonly found in children�s foods.
We will start this week with food colourings; these are added to make our food look more interesting and palatable. Often these are added in large amounts to children�s food, as they make the food look more exciting. Unfortunately, many colours are linked to hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children as well as a host of other problems such as eczema and asthma. E Numbers 100-181 are all colours. Often they will be given their number and name, which can make is easier for you to identify them. Some of these are made from natural plant products, for example E162 or Betanin is made from beetroot and has no known side-effects. Being vegetable in origin does not always make an additive safe; E123 (Amaranth) a red colour is derived from a small plant, and is banned in USA, Russia, Austria, Norway and other countries and found in jellies, sweets, cake mixes, and fruit fillings. It is known to provoke asthma, eczema, and hyperactivity, possibly to increase risk of certain cancers, and in animal experiments caused birth defects, and foetal deaths.
Others have names which sound natural but are not, for example E150 or Caramel; the most commonly used group of colours, found in a wide range of foods,; beer, sauces, puddings, sweets, kids food, chocolate, buns. This group comprises E150a, b, c, and d also named, plain caramel, Caustic Sulphite caramel, Ammonia Caramel and Sulphite Ammonia Caramel-( I am not sure I like the sound of �caustic� or �ammonia� in my food). The UK food guide and the Hyperactive Children�s Support Group recommend that these colours are not given to children, but you will find them in many kids� foods and drinks.
Some of the numbers have names which make them sound rather harmless; E155 or Chocolate Brown HT, sounds almost delicious until you discover that this colour, often found in chocolate cake, and chocolate cake mix, is derived from coal tar, is not recommended for consumption by children, and is banned in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and the United States. It is thought to cause allergic or intolerance problems, particularly in asthmatics; somehow it doesn�t sound so harmless when you know the details.
Several colours are of animal origin, and vegetarians may wish to avoid them, such as E170 Calcium Carbonate, found in toothpaste, canned fruit, vegetables and wines, which can be sourced from animal bones (or rock minerals), or E120 Cochineal which rather charmingly is made from insects- yummy.
Out of the 45 E numbered colourings, only six have no reported side effects. Many of the side effects are anecdotal, although the sheer number of people reporting them is surely an indication that something is wrong. Many studies have linked colourings to health problems, particularly in children, although the findings are often rejected by the Food Agencies. One British study found that a quarter of toddlers suffered adverse effects after consuming foods containing 3 food colourings. Although these additives have been tested for �safety�, it is curious that many countries still do not think them safe enough to use in their food. The additives have also never been tested for safety in combination with other additives although they are rarely used alone.
Just for fun, here is the low-down on the colours inside a packet of a popular multi-coloured chocolate bean; a favorite children�s treat;
� E110 (sunset Yellow), banned in Norway and widely found in sweets, pies, cakes, sauces, puddings, canned fish, ice cream, jelly, cheese sauce etc; urticaria (hives), runny nose, nasal congestion, allergies, hyperactivity, kidney tumors, chromosomal damage, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, indigestion, increased incidence of tumors in animals.
� E171 Titanium dioxide a white colouring known to pollute waterways, but with no reported effects in humans.
� E104 Quinoline Yellow, can cause dermatitis; banned in USA and Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E124 Ponceau a synthetic red colour derived from coal tar; carcinogenic (cancer-causing) in animals, also can produce bad reactions in asthmatics and people allergic to aspirin; banned in USA & Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E122 Azorubine, Carmoisine a red colour derived from coal tar; can produce bad reactions in asthmatics and people allergic to aspirin; banned in Sweden, USA, Austria and Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E133 Brilliant blue an aluminium or ammonium salt; banned in Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E120 Cochineal, a red colour; made from insects; the hyperactive children�s support group recommends that this colour is avoided. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
The chances are that when you are buying sweets, cakes- any manner of ready made food, you will be buying products which contain colourings. You may decide that the evidence is unconvincing, or you may decide that it is not worth risking the harmful effects, especially with your family. There is little doubt now that many children are adversely affected by food colourings, and several Local Education Authorities in the UK are attempting to ban food colourings from their school meals and machines. The good news is that you can avoid them by selecting products marked �no artificial colours,� by buying organic products, or by getting the raw ingredients and making things yourselves.
I do hope that this will encourage you to look on the backs of food packaging, and check what lies within. Even if you cannot avoid these nasties all of the time, it may be a good idea to steer clear of them where possible, especially in what you feed to children and teenagers.
For a full list of additives, colourings, sweeteners and flavourings write to:- Hyperactive Children�s Support Group at 71 Whyke Lane, Chichester PO19 7PD or Telephone 01243 551313.
Stay healthy,
Vikki
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Well... it's the middle of summer and a great time for barbecuing. There are lots of contests and festivals going on in the weeks and months to come. I saw an ad in our local newspaper for a Bikes and BBQ festival that should be fun since I love BBQ and riding my Harley Sportster. One thing I like about Blues, Bikes, and BBQ... is they raise a lot of money for charities.
For instance, the Savannah Bikes and BBQ festival has a poker run that benefits the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer foundation. And we get to eat BBQ afterwards! Most barbecue contests help promote local charities or the chamber of commerce. Not only are these events great fun, they help other people out at the same time. So... get out and attend the next BBQ festival in your area!
Did you ever notice that Blues and BBQ go hand in hand? Maybe the origin of this "connection" goes back to Beale Street in Memphis - home of the Blues and home to some of the best BBQ restaurants in the world. And don't forget... Kansas city is known for it's Blues, Jazz, and BBQ too. So, at the next BBQ festival in your area, maybe you can ride your bike there or check out everybody else�s bikes and listen to some good blues music.
Here's a great recipe for Brunswick Stew that goes good with BBQ. Try it at your next BBQ cookout. This is a recipe from Spanky's which is a favorite local restaurant here in Savannah. Brunswick Stew originated about an hour south of here near Brunswick Georgia so it is a favorite side dish here in the "low country"...
Brunswick Stew
First the sauce:
In a 2 quart sauce pan, over low heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter then add:
1 3/4 cups Catsup
1/4 cup French's Yellow Mustard
1/4 cup white vinegar
Blend until smooth, then add:
1/2 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 oz. Liquid Smoke
1 oz. Worcestershire Sauce
1 oz. Crystal Hot Sauce or 1/2 oz. Tabasco
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Blend until smooth, then add:
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
Stir constantly, increase heat to simmer (DO NOT BOIL) for approx. 10 minutes.
Makes approx. 3 1/2 cups of sauce (set aside - to be added later).
Then The Stew:
In a 2 gallon pot, over low heat melt 1/4 lb of butter then add:
3 cups small diced potatoes
1 cup small diced onion
2 14 1/2 oz. cans of chicken broth
1 lb baked chicken (white and dark)
8-10 oz. smoked pork
Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until potatoes are near done, then add:
1 8 1/2 oz. can early peas
2 14 1/2 oz. cans stewed tomatoes - (chop tomatoes, add liquid to the stew pot)
The prepared sauce (above)
1 16 oz. can of baby lima beans
1/4 cup Liquid Smoke
1 14 1/2 oz. can creamed corn
Slow simmer for 2 hours
Yields 1 gallon
For more information on slow smoking competition quality ribs, butts, chicken, and brisket, please visit Bill Anderson's web site at http://www.bbq-book.com
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what is goji berryHow To Become A Healthy Eater
Healthy eating is all about balanced and moderate eating, consisting of healthy meals at least three times per day. Healthy eaters eat many different types of foods, not limiting themselves to one specific food type or food group.
Being a healthy eater requires you to become both educated and smart about what healthy eating actually is. Being food smart isn't about learning to calculate grams or fat, or is it about studying labels and counting calories.
Eating healthy requires quite a bit of leeway. You might eat too much or not enough, consume foods that are sometimes more or less nutritious.However, you should always fuel your body and your brain regularly with enough food to keep both your mind and body strong and alert.
A healthy eater is a good problem solver. Healthy eaters have learned to take care of themselves and their eating with sound judgment and making wise decisions. Healthy eaters are always aware of what they eat, and know the effect that it will have on their bodies.
When someone is unable to take control of their eating, they are also likely to get out of control with other aspects of life as well. They could end up spending too much, talking too much, even going to bed later and later.
You should always remember that restricting food bin any way is always a bad thing. Healthy eating is a way of life, something that you can do to enhance your body or your lifestyle. If you've thought about making your life better, healthy eating is just the place to start. You'll make life easier for yourself, those around you, and even your family.
Eating healthy is something we all would like to do, although it can be hard. In order to eat healthy, you must first make the right food choices. Eating healthy is all about what you eat, which makes the choices very crucial to your results.
Healthy Food Choices
Vegetables
These should be varied, as you should eat 2 1/2 cups of them each day. You should start eating more of the dark vegetables, such as broccoli and spinach. Carrots and sweet potatoes are good as well. You should also eat more dry beans such as peas, pinto beans, and even kidney beans.
Grains
You should consume 6 ounces of grains per day. To do this,you can eat 3 ounces of whole grain cereals, breads, rice,crackers, or pasta. You can get an ounce of grains in a single slice of bread, or 1 cut of cereal.
Fruits
Fruits are very important. You should try to eat 2 cups of them each day. Focus on eating a variety, such as fresh, frozen, canned, or even dried fruit. You can drink fruit juices as well, although you should use moderation when doing so.
Milk
Milk is your calcium rich friend. For adults, 3 cups is the ideal goal. For kids 2 - 8, 2 cups is where you want to be. When choosing milk products or yogurt, you should go for fat-free or low-fat. Those of you who don't like milk or can't have it, should go for lactose free products or other sources of calcium such as fortified foods and beverages.
Beans And Meat
Eating 5 ounces a day is the ideal goal, as you should go lean with your protein. When eating meat, always bake it,grill it, or broil it, as this will prevent grease from adding to the equation. You should vary your protein as well, with more fish, beans, peas, and nuts.
When cooking your food, you should also limit solid fats such as butter, margarine, shortening, and lard. These foods may add flavor to your dishes, although they can also help raise your cholesterol as well. Therefore, you should try to add these foods and any foods that happen to contain them.
To help keep your saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium low, you can check the nutrition facts label. This label can be found on the food package and will tell you all the information you need to know about the food item.
By picking your foods wisely and watching what you eat,you'll help control your lifestyle. Exercise is great as well, as it goes along perfect with a healthy eating lifestyle. No matter what your age may be, eating healthy will help you keep your active lifestyle for years and years - even help you and your health in the long run as well.
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Low Carb Cooking versus Low Fat Cooking
If you want to get in shape, exercise is a great way, perhaps the best to start. However, if you really want to improve your body, then losing fat will often be an integral part of your plans. While there are literally hundreds of diets and eating plans out there that claim to help you lose weight, two of the most popular diets have for a long time revolve around eating less carbohydrates and eating less fat.
The problem with these diets however, is that if you really adhere to them for an extended period of time, then you run the risk of failing to get all the proper food you need to have a balanced and healthy diet. There is little point in getting in shape if you are harming your body by eating an unbalanced diet so you have to pay a lot of attention to what you are cutting out and making sure that you are getting everything that your body needs to remain healthy. If you are exercising a lot you will also want to make sure that you have the energy to really exercise and repair your body after intensive workouts so that your muscles have what they need to grow and develop.
Most diets therefore recommend that you eat plenty of protein but cut down on fat or carbohydrates or both.
Fatty foods include red meat, cream, avocadoes, oil and plenty of other foods that we enjoy eating. If you want to make sure that you reduce your fat intake then the best place to start is to cut down on butter and oil. Fried foods are a definite no-no. You should also keep a close eye on your red meat and try only to eat high quality meat like steak, and less low quality meat like hamburgers and sausage. Many salty snack foods such as chips are also very high in fat.
Carbohydrates are important energy providers but reducing the intake of these is a great way to reduce weight. White bread, white rice and pasta and sugar are high carbohydrate foods. Reducing these is the best way to make sure that you aren't over eating carbohydrates. You should also be aware that many very healthy foods like fruits and vegetables are high in carbs but most nutritionists do not recommend that you drastically reduce your intake of these. If you find that you are losing weight very quickly or are out of energy then review your eating habits.
As always, please consult your doctor before taking any big steps towards changing your diet or exercise.
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6 Essential Tips for the Perfect Outdoor Party
Outdoor parties can be real fun if carried out efficiently. Many people spend a lot of money on such parties but few of them are able to get the whole thing right. There is great amount of planning involved in carrying out an ideal outdoor party . Here are a few tips to put a smile on the faces of your guests:
Choose a good location in your backyard
A spot with an ideal mix of sun and shade is ideal for setting tables. Use umbrellas, open walled tents for creating shade in open areas. If ideal conditions are hard to find , prepare for them well in advance. Arm yourself with insect repellant, coats (if its chilly) , sun block and hats.
Keep in Mind the Wind
Strong winds can be extremely distressing for an outdoor party. You can pin the table cloths on to the tables if you expect a windy day.
Renovate your Lawn
Your lawn is like the outfit of your outdoor party. Work on watering flowerbeds, trimming hedges, mowing the lawn . Spend as much time dressing the lawn as you would yourself on the party day !
Prepare your Menu
Two days before your outdoor party just reconsider the plan of your party and the menu. Confirm if your guests have special diet requirements. Try not going for complicated recipes. Simplicity is power !
How detailed can you get ?
A week before your party, you should go in for the minor details. Sit down and visualize how you expect the party to turn up. Then work on the details such as where to lay the food , which table cloth to put , what time you would lay the food, preferences of guests.
Finally be ready with garbage bins or cardboard boxes. It is a good idea to clear the trash a few times while the party is going on.
Using these simple tips you and your hosts are sure to have a blast. Enjoy!
About The Author :
Mike Lombardy is a freelance writer and a hopeless barbecue addict. He provides tips and advice for homeowners to build outdoor kitchens and outdoor kitchen islands . His numerous articles offer moneysaving tips and valuable insight.
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