If you can’t get your hands on some fresh veggies, make sure you select the best from the freezer section. Choose products that contain just vegetables without any kind of sauce. Typically, if they’re made with anything, it’s a cream or cheese sauce, and you’re better off if you make your own.
If you like extra flavor, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on the veggies. One half-cup serving of Birds Eye Broccoli and Cheese Sauce contains 90 calories, 3 grams of saturated fat, and more than 20% of your daily sodium, while the same serving of steamed broccoli with a tablespoon of Parmesan cheese contains 37 calories, 2 grams of fat, and about 5% of your daily sodium.
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Clarence Birdseye is considered to be one of the founders of the modern frozen food industry and is credited with inventing a fast freezing process that preserves the quality of food. In 1929, Birdseye sold his company and patents for $22 million to Goldman Sachs and the Postum Company, which eventually became General Foods Corporation, and which founded the Birds Eye Frozen Food Company. Birdseye continued to work with the company, further developing frozen food technology.
In 1930 the company began sales experiments in 18 retail stores around Springfield, Massachusetts, to test consumer acceptance of quick-frozen foods. The initial product line featured 26 items, including 18 cuts of frozen meat, spinach and peas, a variety of fruits and berries, blue point oysters, and fish fillets. Consumers liked the new products and today is considered the birth of retail frozen foods. The "Birds Eye" name remains a leading frozen-food brand.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Monday, October 24, 2011
Stretch
Studies show yoga is one of the most commonly used forms of alternative therapy in the country. Many rely on yoga to relieve chronic and acute pain. Researchers believe that yoga may alleviate pain through relaxation and the release of endorphins. Others say it may reduce inflammation and promote positive emotions.
Studies have tried to determine whether taking up yoga can actually help lessen pain. In a recent report, a team of researchers sifted through the science and identified ten randomized clinical trials on the subject involving hundreds of patients.
The studies looked at yoga’s effect on pain stemming from ailments like arthritis, low back problems, pregnancy symptoms and migraines. The control conditions were standard treatments and exercise, diet and lifestyle changes.
The studies involved patients experiencing pain from a wide variety of conditions, and they looked at several types of yoga that had some similarities, like breathing, stretching and relaxation exercises — but also many differences. Complicating matters was that the intensity, amount of time and frequency of the yoga sessions differed from one study to the next.
Nine out of the ten clinical trials found yoga could help provide relief from pain... and like Meat Loaf said, nine out of ten ain't bad.
SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are beneficial to stretching your hamstrings, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.
SmartToes are now available at Duane Reade.
Studies have tried to determine whether taking up yoga can actually help lessen pain. In a recent report, a team of researchers sifted through the science and identified ten randomized clinical trials on the subject involving hundreds of patients.
The studies looked at yoga’s effect on pain stemming from ailments like arthritis, low back problems, pregnancy symptoms and migraines. The control conditions were standard treatments and exercise, diet and lifestyle changes.
The studies involved patients experiencing pain from a wide variety of conditions, and they looked at several types of yoga that had some similarities, like breathing, stretching and relaxation exercises — but also many differences. Complicating matters was that the intensity, amount of time and frequency of the yoga sessions differed from one study to the next.
Nine out of the ten clinical trials found yoga could help provide relief from pain... and like Meat Loaf said, nine out of ten ain't bad.
SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are beneficial to stretching your hamstrings, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.
SmartToes are now available at Duane Reade.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Bread
Choose bread with no more than 100 calories and 150 milligrams of sodium per slice, and at least 3 grams of fiber...sorry white bread.
And not all wheat bread is healthy. Just because something says it has whole-wheat flour in it doesn’t mean it’s 100% whole wheat. Look instead for breads that say, 100% whole grains.
It’s also worthwhile to read the ingredient list. Whole wheat, oats, or other whole grains should be the first ingredient, as opposed to refined flours. If whole-wheat flour is listed first and followed by other flours, that bread will be lower in fiber. Try to limit molasses and other sweeteners too.
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Bread was also a band from Los Angeles. They had 13 songs, mostly soft rock, on the Billboard Hot 100 between 1970 and 1977. Big hits include "Make It With You" "Everything I Own", "Diary", Baby I'm A Want You", and "It Don't matter To Me"
And not all wheat bread is healthy. Just because something says it has whole-wheat flour in it doesn’t mean it’s 100% whole wheat. Look instead for breads that say, 100% whole grains.
It’s also worthwhile to read the ingredient list. Whole wheat, oats, or other whole grains should be the first ingredient, as opposed to refined flours. If whole-wheat flour is listed first and followed by other flours, that bread will be lower in fiber. Try to limit molasses and other sweeteners too.
FitFlax with flax seed, chia seeds and lignans is also a great source of fiber. Enjoy the benefit of flax seed and the benefit of chia seeds with FitFlax. Use coupon code MB10 for 10% off!
Bread was also a band from Los Angeles. They had 13 songs, mostly soft rock, on the Billboard Hot 100 between 1970 and 1977. Big hits include "Make It With You" "Everything I Own", "Diary", Baby I'm A Want You", and "It Don't matter To Me"
Monday, October 17, 2011
Cheerios Or Count Chocula
How do you choose breakfast cereal?
Most cereals are similar in serving size and calories but differ in fiber and sugar content. Buy those with at least 5 grams of fiber per serving and less than 12 grams of sugar per serving. The only way sugar in cereal is good for you is if it comes from dried fruit, and not in the form of high fructose corn syrup, molasses, or honey.
In general, the fewer the ingredients the better. Stay as close to 5% of your age group’s recommended daily allowance (RDA) of sodium as possible, and definitely don’t consume more than 20% with your cereal.
Cheerios was introduced on May 1, 1941 as the first oat-based, ready-to-eat cold cereal. Originally named CheeriOats, the name was changed to Cheerios in 1945 because of a trade name dispute with Quaker Oats. The name fit the "O" shape of the cereal pieces.
The cereals Count Chocula and the strawberry-flavored Franken Berry were launched 30 years later. Franken Berry was very popular when first introduced possibly because the initial batches of the cereal used a dye that didn't break down in the body, causing many children's feces to be bright pink, a symptom sometimes referred to as "Frankenberry Stool."
Beginning this year, Count Chocula and Franken Berry will only be manufactured and sold for a few months during the Halloween season. So get it while you can.
FitFlax with flax seed, chia seeds and lignans is a great addition, along with berries, to cereals, oatmeal and yogurt. Enjoy the benefit of flax seed and the benefit of chia seeds with FitFlax. Use coupon code MB10 for 10% off!
Most cereals are similar in serving size and calories but differ in fiber and sugar content. Buy those with at least 5 grams of fiber per serving and less than 12 grams of sugar per serving. The only way sugar in cereal is good for you is if it comes from dried fruit, and not in the form of high fructose corn syrup, molasses, or honey.
In general, the fewer the ingredients the better. Stay as close to 5% of your age group’s recommended daily allowance (RDA) of sodium as possible, and definitely don’t consume more than 20% with your cereal.
Cheerios was introduced on May 1, 1941 as the first oat-based, ready-to-eat cold cereal. Originally named CheeriOats, the name was changed to Cheerios in 1945 because of a trade name dispute with Quaker Oats. The name fit the "O" shape of the cereal pieces.
The cereals Count Chocula and the strawberry-flavored Franken Berry were launched 30 years later. Franken Berry was very popular when first introduced possibly because the initial batches of the cereal used a dye that didn't break down in the body, causing many children's feces to be bright pink, a symptom sometimes referred to as "Frankenberry Stool."
Beginning this year, Count Chocula and Franken Berry will only be manufactured and sold for a few months during the Halloween season. So get it while you can.
FitFlax with flax seed, chia seeds and lignans is a great addition, along with berries, to cereals, oatmeal and yogurt. Enjoy the benefit of flax seed and the benefit of chia seeds with FitFlax. Use coupon code MB10 for 10% off!
Friday, October 14, 2011
SmartToes On The TV Box
SmartToes Toe Stretchers are featured on the NBC morning program in Minneapolis -St.Paul. It's the WTLK News Team with Fitness expert Chris Freytag. Check out this clip.
SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are beneficial to stretching your hamstrings, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.
SmartToes are now available at Duane Reade.
SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are beneficial to stretching your hamstrings, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.
SmartToes are now available at Duane Reade.
Monday, October 10, 2011
How's Your Hammy
Tight hamstrings can prevent you from reaching full leg extension or from bending over completely. If you can't touch your toes or if you feel more comfortable slouching than sitting up straight, your hamstrings are probably tight.
Here are two fantastic Standing Hamstring Stretches:
Standing One-Legged Hamstring Stretch. Stand upright with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart. Turn your right foot so your toes point sideways, away from your body. Clasp your hands behind your back, flex your left knee, and lift the toes of your right foot, coming onto your heel. Rotate your torso to the right and lean forward over your right leg until you feel a gentle stretch through the hamstring. Hold for several deep breaths and try to deepen the stretch slightly with each exhale. Repeat the exercise with your left leg.
Cross-Over Stretch. Stand upright and cross your left foot in front of your right, so the outside of your left foot is close to the outside of your right foot. Slowly bend forward at the waist, moving your hands toward your toes. Stop when you feel a gentle stretch through the right hamstring. Hold for 30 seconds. Breathe deeply and try to deepen the stretch with each exhale. Repeat the exercise for your left leg by crossing your right foot in front of your left. Perform two sets with each leg.
SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are also beneficial to stretching your hamstrings, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.
Here are two fantastic Standing Hamstring Stretches:
Standing One-Legged Hamstring Stretch. Stand upright with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart. Turn your right foot so your toes point sideways, away from your body. Clasp your hands behind your back, flex your left knee, and lift the toes of your right foot, coming onto your heel. Rotate your torso to the right and lean forward over your right leg until you feel a gentle stretch through the hamstring. Hold for several deep breaths and try to deepen the stretch slightly with each exhale. Repeat the exercise with your left leg.
Cross-Over Stretch. Stand upright and cross your left foot in front of your right, so the outside of your left foot is close to the outside of your right foot. Slowly bend forward at the waist, moving your hands toward your toes. Stop when you feel a gentle stretch through the right hamstring. Hold for 30 seconds. Breathe deeply and try to deepen the stretch with each exhale. Repeat the exercise for your left leg by crossing your right foot in front of your left. Perform two sets with each leg.
SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are also beneficial to stretching your hamstrings, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Uncork
A new report in the October 2011 issue of the FASEB journal says resveratrol, the ingredient thought to be responsible for so many of red wine’s health benefits, can actually stop breast cancer cells from growing by blocking the growth effects of estrogen.
In the study, researchers treated breast cancer cells with resveratrol and compared their growth to untreated cells. The growth of those cells treated with resveratrol ended up being significantly reduced; tests showed this cell growth reduction was due to resveratrol drastically reducing estrogen receptor levels.
Resveratrol has also been shown to protect against Alzheimer's disease and dementia, reduce the risk of heart and cardiovascular disease. Resveratrol has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, which helps overall physical health since many diseases and ailments can be attributed to inflammation.
Four or more glasses of red wine per week has been shown to reduce men's overall risk of prostate cancer by 50% and the risk of the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer by 60%.
Resveratrol has also been found in studies to lower LDL cholesterol, while another ingredient in red wine, saponins, also has cholesterol lowering properties.
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In the study, researchers treated breast cancer cells with resveratrol and compared their growth to untreated cells. The growth of those cells treated with resveratrol ended up being significantly reduced; tests showed this cell growth reduction was due to resveratrol drastically reducing estrogen receptor levels.
Resveratrol has also been shown to protect against Alzheimer's disease and dementia, reduce the risk of heart and cardiovascular disease. Resveratrol has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, which helps overall physical health since many diseases and ailments can be attributed to inflammation.
Four or more glasses of red wine per week has been shown to reduce men's overall risk of prostate cancer by 50% and the risk of the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer by 60%.
Resveratrol has also been found in studies to lower LDL cholesterol, while another ingredient in red wine, saponins, also has cholesterol lowering properties.
FitFlax with flax seed, chia seeds and lignans is also a great source for antioxidants and has cholesterol lowering properties. Enjoy the benefit of flax seed and the benefit of chia seeds with FitFlax.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Post Workout Fuel
If you go a long period of time without food after a workout, your body will start to eat away at muscle to feed itself, and you'll have a smaller ratio of muscle to fat. This means that if you skip a post-workout snack, you're essentially eating away at those muscles you're working so hard to develop.
There are some very clear symptoms you may experience if you don't replenish your body with protein after a workout.You may feel lethargic the rest of the day and your muscles may feel more sore given they haven't repaired properly.
Within 30 minutes of completing your workout, you should have a snack with some protein. It's also a good idea to replenish some carbs as well.
If it's time for a full meal, a good choice is some fish with whole-grain brown rice and grilled veggies on the side. If it's not mealtime, a smoothie with berries, or a protein bar are all great snacks.
So, what you're aiming for after a workout is to snack on approximately 20 to 25 grams of protein, and a healthy dose of carbs. FitFlax with flax seed, chia seeds and lignans is also a great source of protein, and a great addition to smoothies. Enjoy the benefit of flax seed and the benefit of chia seeds with FitFlax. Use coupon code MB10 for 10% off!
There are some very clear symptoms you may experience if you don't replenish your body with protein after a workout.You may feel lethargic the rest of the day and your muscles may feel more sore given they haven't repaired properly.
Within 30 minutes of completing your workout, you should have a snack with some protein. It's also a good idea to replenish some carbs as well.
If it's time for a full meal, a good choice is some fish with whole-grain brown rice and grilled veggies on the side. If it's not mealtime, a smoothie with berries, or a protein bar are all great snacks.
So, what you're aiming for after a workout is to snack on approximately 20 to 25 grams of protein, and a healthy dose of carbs. FitFlax with flax seed, chia seeds and lignans is also a great source of protein, and a great addition to smoothies. Enjoy the benefit of flax seed and the benefit of chia seeds with FitFlax. Use coupon code MB10 for 10% off!
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