Overview Candied pecans can be served alone as a snack or tossed into a salad. They are a good source of protein and fiber and have no cholesterol. But how nutritious are these sweet treats? Since there are many brands…
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Kundalini is a latent, yet potentially vibrant energy that resides at the base of the spine. Kundalini-style yoga awakens this raw energy and directs it upward through the body to connect with the universal consciousness. According to the teachings of…
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Overview Fructose occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables, but crystalline fructose is a processed food product derived from cornstarch. The end result is bright white crystals that look and flow much like regular table sugar but are about 1.2 times…
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Cocoa powder comes from beans that are seeds in the fruit of the cocoa plant. Dark or semi-sweet chocolate has the highest percentage of cocoa powder, which has several possible benefits even from a moderate use. These include supporting the…
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The goji berry, a red fruit originating in South China, is one of the most commonly available “superfoods” on the market. Goji enjoys popularity as a food source and medicine in much of its native range. Integrative health-care providers in…
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Overview Boiled crawfish, sometimes called crawdads or crayfish, can be eaten straight out of the shell or they may be shelled for use in cooked dishes. A staple in the Cajun and Creole cuisines of southwest Louisiana, these freshwater crustaceans…
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By Elizabeth Scully Unless you are purchasing cheap, boxed wines, you’ll be getting your wine in a standard-sized bottle that will be clear (for white wines) or some shade of green or occasionally brown (for most reds). Wines are sometimes…
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Ginger root is famous for not only spicing up food, but also as a health supplement and medicinal treatment. This plant can be used for many different ailments and can help a person avoid traditional over-the- counter medications. It is…
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If you like your food home-style, there’s really nothing better than old-fashioned fried chicken. Served with mashed potatoes and gravy, a healthy side dish of vegetables and maybe something sweet for dessert, it may be the perfect meal. But how…
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Every bourbon is a whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon. To gain the title of bourbon, whiskey must be processed to exacting specifications. Bourbon is an alcoholic spirit that is strictly American. While whiskey can be and is made…
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By Carole Vansickle You don’t want your coffee tasting like frozen meat, but that is just want can happen if you store your coffee in the freezer. Fortunately, there are many other ways to store and enjoy coffee that will…
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Feta is an aged cheese that originated in Greece, where it is eaten plain and used as an ingredient in regional cuisine. Popular dishes in Greece containing feta include several types of salads, most notably the Greek salad, and pastries…
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By Tammy Jones Whether you are opening your own coffee shop or looking to furnish a room in your house like one, there are important factors and possibilities to consider. Size Size plays the biggest role in choosing furniture in…
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