Got Diet Milk? You May See Artificial Sweeteners in Your Milk Soon

Got Diet Milk? You May See Artificial Sweeteners in Your Milk Soon

What news to wake up to: it seems that the dairy industry is taking new steps with the FDA to use aspartame in its products, in case that low-fat and skim milk weren't meeting your weight loss needs.
The Huffington Post reports that back in 2009, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) and the National Milk Producers Federation filed a petition with the FDA to begin using artificial sweeteners in milk and other dairy products. (Courthouse News reports that the products would also include eggnog, whipped cream, and yogurt.) And the FDA last week asked for data related to artificial sweeteners and aspartame last week, but the real problem is that the dairy industry would be able to keep the products labeled as "milk" despite the presence of artificial sweeteners. And of course, aspartame — found most in diet soda — is a substance that causes a lot of health experts to worry. But the groups insist that the sweeteners would be "safe and suitable," and that using low-cal sweeteners would be particularly good for students who prefer flavored milk over regular milk.
As of now, the FDA only allows sweeteners with calories, or "nutritive sweeteners," to be in dairy products — so you're getting the full calorie load. Is any beverage safe from going the diet route?

Is Milk Bad for You? What the Experts Say

Is Milk Bad for You? What the Experts Say

"Drinking milk is as American as Mom and apple pie," began The New York Times' Mark Bittman, in his controversial column that claims milk isn't as good for you as you would think. Even though the USDA recommends three 8-ounce cups of milk per day, Bittman says his own "test" of giving up dairy products has relieved his chronic heartburn. So is milk really that bad for you?
Bittman writes in his column that milk allergies and lactose intolerance are becoming the norm. And that doesn't even factor in the high amounts of saturated fat, and sugars (in skim milk), that can cause bigger health problems, like type 1 diabetes. Some say that humans have evolved past the need for milk from animals.
Others have come out in defense of milk, and say that milk is still one of the most nutritional drinks on the menu. In response to Bittman's claim that humans have evolved past the need for dairy milk, Will Fertman writes in Culture Magazine that there are plenty of foods that humans have not evolved to eat: olive oil, potatoes, tomatoes, bread, and animal proteins, for starters. Milk can help decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes and the risk of cardiovascular disease. Plus, milk is still one of the most affordable, nutritious foods families can put on the table, say opponents. Writes the president of the Dairy Research Institute, Greg Miller, to The New York Times, "Eating three daily servings of dairy (milk, cheese, or yogurt) as recommended by leading health and nutrition organizations means that we’re getting a generous helping of nutrition at an affordable price — both per penny and per calorie."
Bittman still claims that his milk experiment has worked for about one-third of his friends with heartburn. Is milk a healthy part of your diet, or are you one of the millions with lactose intolerance?


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Paula Deen Admits Her Donut Burger Is '1 Serving Per Lifetime''

Paula Deen Admits Her Donut Burger Is '1 Serving Per Lifetime'

Guys, Paula Deen was on "Wait Wait... Dont' Tell Me" over the weekend, and the segment is hilarious and light-hearted and surprisingly not defensive.
Host Peter Sagal got the queen of Southern cooking to talk about her donut burger, comfort food, and, of course, the tasteless, slimy, yummarific... tofu.

Slideshow: Who Makes the South's Best Fried Chicken?

The story behind her donut burger, of course, was all thanks to chance. "Well those donuts were there, and the hamburgers were there, and I said, what the heck are we using buns for when we got those delicious donuts," Deen says.
Luckily, Deen can laugh at herself, joking that "there's only one catch, Peter. It's only one serving per lifetime."
Also in the segment? Notes on Deen's new furniture line, tips on deep-frying an ottoman ("Oh it's easy honey, you just dipp it in egg"), and recipes for recovering from a heart attack. Listen to the entire segment below, especially as she describes what's in her refrigerator. Strangely enough, she jokes, a bowl of fruit got in there.


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Why You Should Stop Eating Wheat and More News

The Daily Meal brings you the biggest news from the food world.
Chefs and Personalities
The folks behind Epic Meal Time have now launched Epic Chef. Watch here. [YouTube]
Health
Why shouldn't we eat wheat? Well, it turns out that modernized wheat isn't quite what it used to be. [io9]
Wine Drama
The guy who destroyed six vintages of Soldera wine? Turns out, it was a former employee. [Eater]
Politics
New York will not be expanding their food stamp program to include those affected by Hurricane Sandy. [WSJ]
Cooking Ideas
Several people review a new Pepsi chicken-flavored potato chip, saying the Pepsi taste is "fleeting." We'd like to see beer can chicken next. [LA Times]
Foie Gras
Spanish restaurant Mugaritz has been fined for buying foie gras from an unlicensed source after animal rights campaigners targeted the restaurant. [Guardian]


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Vanna White Reveals Her Personal Secret

Before Vanna White became America’s favorite letter-turner on TV’s “Wheel of Fortune,” she battled depression and was 25 pounds overweight, as she struggled to break into show business.
Vanna was forced to do odd jobs just to pay the rent and she became very discouraged. For two years she was a compulsive eater, sometimes eating a whole pie or meat loaf at one sitting. She gained 25 pounds quickly, which made it even harder for her to find work, as an actress and model.
“When I first moved to Los Angeles, with the change of environment, food and everything, I got extremely depressed and became 25 pounds overweight. Changes were going on in my life and I found it very hard. I just got sick of myself. My clothes didn’t fit anymore and I felt tired and awful. I just didn’t want to do anything,” Vanna explains.
“After two years of living like that, I realized I had to make a drastic change in my life.”
Instead of turning to diet pills or crash diets, Vanna decided to start eating healthy foods. She ate only small amounts, but didn’t deprive herself. Then she started to run for exercise and the pounds melted away quickly.
“I decided to try a good diet and exercise program. I started to run and it was amazing. I started out slowly and soon increased the distance. Soon I lost ten pounds.
“I stopped eating all of the bad foods. I was eating more fruits and vegetables and getting into more balanced food groups. I lost the other 15 pounds by eating right and I started feeling good about myself.”
Soon, she was spotted by Merv Griffin. “Maybe it was a certain glow that made me stand apart from the other 200 girls, trying out for “Wheel of Fortune,” Vanna says. “But, I believe that my diet and exercise program had a great amount to do with it.
“I started to eat healthier. My body had changed and I was adjusting to lighter foods. I know how bad I felt physically and mentally when I was eating lots of cakes and desserts, so eating the healthy way gave me more energy and a nicer figure. Instead of depriving myself, I’ll eat smaller portions to maintain a good energy level.”
Vanna, who is 5'6". and now weighs 105 pounds, says that she doesn’t believe it’s always necessary to eat three meals a day. “I’ll eat only when I’m hungry,” she says. “If people could learn that, they could stay as slim as they want.
“Some mornings, I’ll wake up with a craving for pancakes, so I’ll have them. Other mornings, I won’t have anything. It has something to do with my energy level. If I need carbohydrates, I’ll crave pancakes. My body tells me what it needs.”
Aside from having an upbeat attitude and not depriving herself, she also keeps in mind, to incorporate a vegetable before lunch and dinner.
“I have a salad at the beginning of a meal. Fresh vegetables always aid proper digestion. I love all kinds of vegetables. There’s not too much I don’t like.
“I also eat a lot of pasta, which is very good for you. If you eat it in moderation, you can enjoy it without the risk of gaining weight.
“Dinner is my main meal. I’ll eat red meat when my body tells me I need it. I’ll have some sort of roast, about once a week.
“I also feel that drinking a lot of water is very important and it’s good for you too. It cleanses the body of impurities.
“Another tip is not to buy all kinds of sweets and fattening foods and keep them at home,” she says. “If it’s there, you’ll eat it. Nobody is going to throw away a bag of cookies!
“I enjoy my diet program. I have a better attitude about myself and I’m aware of what I eat every day. I think that’s important. You’ve got to be aware of the amount of food you eat.
“I watch my diet and do some good at-home exercises to keep in shape and to stay toned.
“If you really want to lose that weight, you can,” Vanna says. “The thing to do is start out slowly and don’t demand too much from yourself and make sure you exercise often.”
Vanna’s diet:
Breakfast: 1 cup black coffee, occasional pancakes or eggs.
Lunch: Large salad, with tuna or chicken, mixed with fresh vegetables; or soup and a chicken or tuna sandwich.
Mid-afternoon snack: A banana or some other fruit.
Dinner: Broiled or baked chicken or poached or broiled fish, with a large salad or soup and steamed green vegetables; or calves’ liver fried, with onions or roast beef or brisket of beef, with mashed or baked potatoes and gravy, a salad and steamed vegetables; or pasta with sauce and meatballs and 1 piece of garlic bread. All in moderation.
Daily liquids: one quart of bottled water, one cup tea, two cups coffee, 6 ounce glass of apple or carrot juice, and a12 ounce can of diet soda.
Dairy products: American or Swiss cheese, a little ice cream.
Snacks: Unsalted raw nuts, popcorn or apples, bananas or white grapes.
Daily vitamins: One mega-multivitamin, vitamin C- 1,000 mg., vitamin E- 400 I.U., iron- 100 mg., calcium- 600 mg.
Vanna’s exercise program:
Running one mile, at least twice a week.
Working out on a mini-trampoline for 15 minutes, three times a week.
On a daily basis, she does: 100 sit-ups and pushups (20 at a time, rest, start again); 50 leg lifts on her back; lifts ten pound dumbbells, 50 times total; does 50 leg lifts on each side; ten minutes of stretching, just before going to work.


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How to Make Someone's Birthday Really Special

Birthdays should be a special day, and of course this is one of the few times of year that is really all about us. When someone in our family has a birthday then, this is a fantastic opportunity to give them a great day and to make them feel really special. However it can become difficult after a while to really make birthdays stand out. While they are a special day, they do come around once every year which means they really aren't actually all that rare - and thinking of new and exciting ways to make these birthdays unique can get tricky. So the question is, how do you make a birthday really special and really memorable? Here we will look at some tips.

The Best Cake
A birthday cake is somewhat optional these days it seems when we celebrate someone's birthday, but this is a real shame when you consider just how much it can add to the event. This is particularly true when you decide to go all out and really choose a great cake that isn't just your run-of-the-mill cake from Tesco. Have a cake specially made, or choose one that is particularly beautifully presented and delicious, and this then can become a much more exciting moment for them when they unveil it.
A cake is more than just great food though when it comes to a birthday - it becomes an event in itself when everyone blows out the candles, and it's really about the touching thought that you went to all the trouble to get a cake. You might not realise it, but often cakes are notable for their absence and this can be a little disappointing.
The Best Gift
What's the best gift you can give someone? Well of course that's something that depends on the individual - and that's really the point. The best way to make someone feel really special when you give them a gift is to get them something that really talks to who they and that shows you really understand them. My sister got me a telescope for my birthday last year, and while that wasan epic present to begin with, what really made it special was the fact that she knew how much I'd enjoy it - even I had forgotten how much I longed for a telescope when I was little.
Better yet though the telescope isn't just a gift, it's once again an event as I had to build it and then carry it into the garden and experience looking up at the stars. Buying experience gifts for your friends and family is one way to make a birthday even more memorable. If you get someone to sky dive or bungee jump then you can bet that they aren't going to forget that day any time soon.
Celebrations
Finally you should make sure that you do something to celebrate the birthday. Your friend may tell you they don't want any fuss, but trust me when we I that they're actually not really being truthful - they will appreciate it if you manage to get all their friends to surprise them. 

Indian Food!

Perhaps the most well-known international food around, and maybe the most exotic to American tastes, is Indian cuisine With its ample spices, different produce, and spicy food, this can be an acquired taste. However, once it is acquired, it is an impossible addiction to shake! A traditional Indian dish likely has no meat in it. This is because, in the Hindu faith, it is a sin to kill any living thing. However, it is somewhat common to see some Indian food call for chicken or goat, especially the first to appeal to American tastes. However, for authentic Indian food, stick to the vegetarian fare.


Rice is, of course, a staple of Indian food, as it is in most of the world. The most popular Indian rice is Sona Masoori, followed by Basmati. Each of them is a much more flavorful experience than the typical American rice. This is occasionally cooked with saffron (the kind of spices) in order to give the dish more flavor and color.
Two types of popular Indian dishes are vegetable biryani and vindaloo curry. Each of these dishes contains the spice and the flavor common in Indian dishes (especially the vindaloo curry, which is one of the spiciest dishes in all of Indian cuisine!).
For those who are not adventurous and don't like to cook, many Indian foods now come in the freezer section of your grocery store. The best of these frozen foods is made by Haldiram, and while it costs a little more it is worth the money. Two other main frozen Indian food companies are Deep and Swad (made by Raja Foods). While Haldraim's is the best, all three provide good food at a good price.
For something very American, but still somewhat Indian, try a Naan Pizzas from Tandoor Chef. One of the best frozen pizza ever had is their Cilantro & Pesto Naan Pizza. It is fully of flavor and spice, and while being familiar offers something different. If you happen to see one in your grocer's freezer, pick one up. You won't be disappointed!

Appliances That Changed Your Life

Look at your kitchen. What kind of home appliances, you, you often use them? What if I told you that you really only need 3 things in your kitchen? Sometimes simpler is better. Obviously, this is a lot of other "good", but almost every day, I use three. Part of my morning routine, and definitely changed my eating.

1. Nutritional conditioning mixer

This is simply a great tool. This is a powerful machine, smashing everything in sight. You can use it to make juice, soup, juice, and anything else you can think of. I use it to do a green milkshake every morning, usually a combination of apples, bananas, broccoli, cucumber, celery, lemon, ginger phase. As the range hood manufacturers say, the best part is that it is just a few minutes of time, make smoothies, clean up easily. , Nutrition is expensive, but well worth the investment.

2. Blender bottle

Now, you may think this is not a kitchen appliance! Well, actually, it is. I spent a lot of time to make protein shakes. Anyway, I digress.

I use juice bottles, convenient transport cup my green smoothies. Then I walk to work or drink a milkshake in the office. I often put it with my car, when I went to a very long drive. Smoothies lost its consistency, I just give the bottle a good shake, the wire vibrating screen ball did not break. Who invented this simple and effective device is a terrified genius!

3. Egg boiler

Let me guess. You may not think of this one. But you guess how, I is not either! Now, I have, I often think of my life without it.

Yes, I love eggs (organic, cage free, hormone-free varieties), but I never really like hard-boiled, because of two main reasons. First of all, I have to monitor the pot (I obviously do not want to burn my house), which is difficult to do in the morning peak. In addition, I have never been able to give just the right consistency (probably has something to do for the first reason). Therefore, I did not eat boiled eggs, period.

The egg cooker solves all of these issues. Its small size, easy to use, cooks eggs. When the eggs are ready, the machine will beep like a teapot, I put it off, rinse under cold water, eggs. It's that simple! The only complaint, I also have the machine will automatically shut down, but it is a very cheap device on a small inconvenience.

So there you have it. In the list of kitchen appliances, the three simple items that can unclutter any kitchen, and have literally changed my life for the better. I cannot stress enough how much time and effort is saved, I let them in my kitchen.

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NuWave Oven Pro-A Complete Cooking Solution

Our conventional system of cooking is quite slow. It consumes an awful amount of time even if you are a good cook. For those who are not that good at cooking, the whole process of preparing a meal for themselves or for their family proves to be nerve-racking. Most of us do not have so much time that we can waste it preparing meals in the kitchen. What we need is a cooking appliance that can reduce cooking time without compromising the quality and taste of food. Fulfilling all these requirements at the same time was not at all possible with a single product until recently; however, today we have a brilliant product available in the market that lets you cook healthier and tastier food more conveniently and in less time. This revolutionary new product is known as NuWave Oven Pro and it is selling like hot cakes these days. The oven that we are talking about is a marvel of modern technology and engineering. It has one of the most elegant designs that you can find and can perform a wide range of functions including broiling, steaming, roasting, air-frying, baking, grilling, barbequing and dehydrating. In fact, it is a product that can save you from the trouble of investing a great amount of money in buying a number of appliances such as a microwave, a conventional oven, a toaster oven, a bread maker, a dehydrator and a rotisserie. Awesome isn’t it? The 1500 watts of raw power that it generates makes it more powerful than your regular microwave and is a lot more user friendly in comparison too. It has a Touch’ N Go Panel, which is a breeze to use. Operating a NuWave Oven Pro is really one of the simplest things in the world.

Another thing that makes this product a must have is the fact that it offers you the power of Triple Combo Cooking, which means that the food is cooked using conduction, convection, and infrared; a unique feature that makes it possible for a NuWave Oven Pro to cook food more evenly and more thoroughly from the inside as well as outside, giving you crispier, juicier, tastier, and healthier food. What is more, it lets you save up to 50% more time when compared to your regular oven. You save time because you do not need to preheat or defrost your frozen food before cooking it in this great new oven. Simply put your frozen meats and vegetables in it and get them cooked faster than you would have ever thought possible. This NuWave Oven Pro is also very compact and can be easily kept anywhere in your kitchen regardless of its size.
One more thing! This oven is made up of components that are eco-friendly and dishwasher safe. You do not need to spend hours in cleaning and maintenance. NuWave Oven Pro is, in fact, a complete product that is sure to make cooking a lot more fun, and easier for you, while ensuring the taste and nutritional value of the food. 

Spit Braai caterers are perfect for any event

Spit braai caterers specialise in braai style catering which in other countries is known as BBQ catering. Spit braai caterers will be able to supply and wide range of meats and accompanying dishes to create the perfect food for any event. People in South Africa love braai style food and this is why spit braai catering is in such high demand. Spit braai catering is suitable for both formal and informal events and spit braai caterers will be able to cook food either indoors or outdoors depending on the customer’s requirements. Spit braai catering companies will have a wide range of menus for customers to choose from and some may even have breakfast menus for people who need breakfast catering for any event. Most spit braai catering companies will cater for all sizes of events from small family catering through to large weddings or corporate events.


Spit braai catering can be used for buffets or for more formal sit down meals where the caterers would provide staff to serve the food to people whist they remain seated. Many spit braai caterers will be able to arrange other items such as tables, chairs lines and even marquees to offer a complete event service to their customers. The various meats that spit braai catering companies and spit braai caterers will offer include succulent lamb, beef, pork, steak or chicken as well as great selection of salads, vegetables and an accompanying buffet selection. Spit braai caterers will make sure there is plenty to eat and that no guests are left hungry.  With flexible menu plans the spit braai catering company will be happy to tailor their food to meet the needs of their customers and spit braai caters will make sure all meat is cooked to perfection and is succulent and tender.
Spit braai caterers will provide a choice of salads, potatoes breads and sauces with the braai meats to make a complete meal. Desserts can also be included to create a full three course meal offering. Spit braai catering companies are very popular for outdoor events as braais are the perfect food to enjoy outdoors and with the great year round climate in South Africa it is easy to see why spit braai caterers are so popular.

Olive Oils & Balsamics Products Accessible at Olive Oil Store 

One of the company in Olive Oils & Balsamics has gained several reputation and reliability by delivering 70 different products from extra virgin olive oils using hundred percent natural ingredients such as Balsamic, White Jalapeno Lime, Mandarin Orange Balsamic, Garlic Cilantro, etc. Moreover, the online virgin olive oil delivers few extra virgin olive oils such as Citrus Habanero, Blood Orange, Sun Dried Tomato and Parmesan Garlic, and so on. The customers can opt for the most high quality extra virgin Olive oil from anywhere in the country.
After the company extended to online retailer virgin olive oil store preparing products to United States and Canada. Hence, the clients living in United States, Canada or anywhere in Phoenix, Arizona, Toronto, can have affordable shipping at their door step. The company has its core values that defines many things in one go. The company delivers high quality, imported, extra virgin olive oil and Italian balsamic vinegar. The prepare and make products made only from the finest ingredients. All products contain 100% natural ingredients. Providing world class customer service both in store and online.

Moreover, the reputation and the success which achieved by the company defines the reliability which delivers many extra virgin olive oil to their customers. Today, across the continent entire customers can depend upon the online store that allows easy navigation and easy shopping experience on the online olive oil store.
Entire customers can opt for 100% natural ingredients made form the Balsamic, White Jalapeno Lime, Mandarin Orange Balsamic, Garlic Cilantro, etc. the company prepares and deliver some of the extra virgin olive oils such as Citrus Habanero, Blood Orange, Sun Dried Tomato and Parmesan Garlic, and so on. Every customer can be assured fro getting the high quality and most assured products as the company follow high quality materials to ensure preparations are done under strict guidelines.
Every food produced are followed as per industrial guidelines while preparing the products and olive oil things at the company. The years of experience and importing high quality materials always delivers optimum and healthy products which are provided as per the services. Therefore, when the customers across the world is looking for the optimum and the best usage, the company delivers the best and reputed services that provides one hundred percent pure products keeping customers throughout the usage.
Therefore, if you have any thing or any information related to the Olive oil products and information, then the website of the company will resolve all your query.

Secrets From My Mother's Kitchen: Her Best Recipes

Everybody loves their moms cooking recipes. They always seem like the best in the world and no other food recipes can beat it. When it seems like its been ages since youve eaten your moms cooking try out these recipes and enjoy!

Tomato Pot Pie Recipe:

Ingredients:
4 tablespoons of margarine thats been melted
2 small chopped onions
4 medium ripe tomatoes that are peeled and sliced
2 (9-inch) pre-baked pie shells
1 cup of mayonnaise
cup of grated Parmesan cheese
4 teaspoons of garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Sauté onion in margarine until slightly transparent and arrange the tomato slices in the baked pie shells. Put the onions on top.
2. Mix mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in another bowl. Spread a slight layer of the mixture over the tomatoes and onions in the baked shells.
3. Bake at 325° for 30 minutes.
4. Enjoy the deliciousness of Mom’s cooking recipes!
Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
• 1 chicken • 6 tablespoons of butter • 4 peeled and chopped carrots • 4 chopped celery ribs • 8 ounces of thinly sliced fresh button mushrooms • ¼ cup of all-purpose flour • 1 box of frozen green peas • 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh sage • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste • 1 egg • 2 tablespoon of milk
Directions:
1. Boil the chicken in a large pot with enough water to submerge it. After boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer until meat is fully cooked.
2. Remove chicken from pot and reserve 5 cups cooking liquid. When chicken is cool enough to handle, pull off meat in large chunks for the potpie recipe and keep separately.
3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat and add carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 10 minutes. Add flour and cook the flour is light brown
4. Slowly whisk in reserved cooking liquid and bring to a low boil while whisking. Add peas and sage.
5. Add the salt and pepper, reduce heat and simmer until thick. Keep stirring.
6. Add chicken, remove from heat and transfer mixture into a baking dish. Bake potpie until chicken mixture is bubbling around edges.
7. Serve immediately to taste the wonder of mom’s cooking recipes.