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A Cocktail Is Not A Cocktail Without Lime by: News Canada (NC)-Citrus is the fruit of good health and well-being – and indeed, for many of us there is nothing more rejuvenating than the taste and aroma of freshly squeezed lime. It makes for great cocktails too. Vodka cocktails are very popular at any time [...]
Cooler Summer Expected by: News Canada (NC)-A long, hot summer is the right time to sample the growing number of coolers now available. They come in just about every flavour imaginable from the traditional lemonade to the exotic passion fruit. But, just as new favourites are introduced each year, some old favourites become difficult to [...]
Eat Your Way To Healthy Hormones by: News Canada (NC)-Reaching for a mid-afternoon candy bar instead of ripe fruit or raw vegetables can have serious consequences on our physical – and emotional health. According to a recent survey, 70% of Canadians are not getting the recommended five to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables in [...]
Making The Food-Mood Connection by: News Canada (NC)-Food is more that just fuel for our bodies. What we eat – and when – has a major influence on the hormones that control our moods and emotional well-being, according to Sam Graci, nutritional researcher and author of the new book – The Food Connection: The Right [...]
Jack Daniel’s Brownies and Glaze by: News Canada (NC)-This recipe was prepared by Camelback and Central, 1403 2nd Avenue, New York, New York. 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons sweet butter 3 ounces baking chocolate 3/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 1 teaspoon [...]
Recipes with Jack Daniel’s by: News Canada Jack Daniel’s Lynchburg Lemonade 1 part Jack Daniel’s Whiskey 1 part Triple Sec 1 part Whiskey Sour Mix 1 part 7-Up or Sprite Garnish with lemon. Jack Daniel’s Rib Glaze 1 cup Jack Daniel’s Whiskey 1/2 cup dark brown sugar 1 cup ketchup 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 [...]
Jack Daniel’s Tips for the Summer Grill by: News Canada (NC)-There is nothing that says summer like grillin’ and chillin’ at the backyard BBQ. Steaks, chicken, ribs or burgers, they all seem to taste better when cooked on the grill. But as good as they taste now, there are a number of “tips” that can [...]
Eat More Leafy Greens To Reduce Pms Symptoms by: News Canada (NC)-Eating foods that are high in sugar and saturated fats, along with too much caffeine and alcohol can trigger premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in many women. PMS is controlled by the hormone estrogen – too much or too little causes moods to fluctuate, depression, anxiety, [...]
Party Food & Fun: Vodka Blends Arctic Cool With Tropical Lime by: News Canada (NC)-Take a look at the vodka labeling next time you shop. The familiar “red dot” vodka in that ice-sculptured bottle has a new, and almost identical mate. This time, however, the same icy-white vodka has added a touch of lime – [...]
The Skinny On Chicken by: News Canada Tips on Healthy Eating are Served (NC)-Eating well isn’t always easy let alone finding the time to cook. But if your secret ingredient is chicken, maintaining a healthy diet is much less work. Dishing up a high-protein, low-fat meal, chicken is one of the leanest meats on grocery [...]