Archive for February, 2008
Friday, February 29th, 2008
Fish Veronique
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1lb white fish (such as cod, sole, or turbot)
¼ tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
¼ C dry white wine
¼ C chicken stock or broth, skim fat from top
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp soft margarine
2 Tbsp flour
¾ C low fat or skim milk
½ C seedless grapes
as needed nonstick cooking spray
1. Spray 10-by 6-inch baking dish with nonstick [...]
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Wednesday, February 27th, 2008
The Pro’s and Con’s of Caffeine
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Two new studies have recent been published in journals that shed more light on the pro’s and con’s of what caffeine can do to our bodies – particularly women.
The Pro: It seems that women who ingest caffeine may be at a lower risk for ovarian cancer than those whom do not. The statement [...]
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Friday, February 22nd, 2008
Autumn Turkey-Stuffed Cabbage
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1 head cabbage
½ lb lean ground beef
½ lb ground turkey
2 small onions, one minced, on sliced
1 slice stale whole wheat bread, crumbled
¼ C water
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 can (16oz) diced tomatoes
1 C water
1 medium carrot, sliced
1 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp cornstarch
Directions:
1. Rinse and core cabbage. Carefully remove 10 outer leaves and [...]
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Wednesday, February 20th, 2008
Bootcamp is the new way to go…..
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For many of us “getting in shape” is a prominent New Years goal, but how many people become flustered on where to start? BOOTCAMPS have been becoming an increasingly popular for of fitness training all across the lower mainland. The camps appeal to people because they are intense and effective. You [...]
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Friday, February 15th, 2008
Chicken Orientale
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8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
8 fresh mushrooms
to taste black pepper
8 whole white onions, parboiled
2 oranges, quartered
8 canned pineapple chunks, nonsweetened
8 cherry tomoatoes
1 can (6 oz) frozen, concentrated apple juice, thawed
1 C dry white wine
2 Tbsp soy sauce, low sodium
dash ginger, ground
2 Tbsp vinegar
1/4C vegetable oil
Directions:
1. Sprinkle chicken breasts with pepper
2. Thread 8 [...]
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Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
Not enough sleep equals more weight gain
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Childhood obesity is a rising concern among our society today. A recent study of 7 year old children has found that sleeping less than nine hours a night was actually associated with being overweight or obese, after accounting for the amount of TV watching and exercise. Along with obesity short sleep duration was in [...]
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Monday, February 11th, 2008
Exercise During Pregnancy
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Exercise during pregnancy is a BENEFICAL activity for the mother to be!! Some of the benefits include less weight gain, no stretch marks, easier to lose that baby fat after the fact, decreased labor time, better sleep patterns, less chance of depression. Remember that every mother is different and the intensity of allowed exercise [...]
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Friday, February 8th, 2008
Very Lemony Chicken
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1 ½ lb chicken breast, skinned, fat removed
½ C fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
½ C fresh lemon peel, sliced
3 tsp fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tsp dried oregano, crushed)
1 medium onion, sliced
¼ tsp salt
to taste black pepper
½ tsp paprika
Directions:
1. Place chicken in 13 by 9 by 2 inch glass baking dish
2. Mix lemon [...]
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Wednesday, February 6th, 2008
BURSTING THE CHOCOLATY GOODNESS BUBBLE
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Most of us have heard at one point in time that chocolate is good for us – unfortunately the Lancet Medical Journal is bursting that sweet, rich bubble. The journal shares the antioxidant Flavanol that makes chocolate good for you actually makes the treat taste very bitter. Because of this most chocolate [...]
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Monday, February 4th, 2008
Use Resistance Bands in your workout
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New ways of training are appearing every day. Gone are the days where one goes to the gym and uses ONLY barbells and weights in their workouts. Don’t get me wrong they are a crucial part to most training however it is always nice to have a change once in a while. [...]