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Eat Fruit to Prevent Diabetes
According to a study presented in the British Journal of Medicine, consumption of fruit is a means of lowering diabetes risk. Drinking fruit juices on the other hand, can increase the risk of diabetes. The most effective fruits have been found to be blueberries, which cut diabetes risk by about 26%. This is unlike other…
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Pumpkin Replacing Apple as Fall’s Favorite Flavor
Despite the long-perceived interest and people’s desire for apple and apple-themed items, particularly in the summer, there has been a growing interest in pumpkin and pumpkin products in the food industry. Major food stores and chains seem fixated on pumpkins. McDonalds has recently been offering pumpkin products ranging from pumpkin pies to pumpkin spice lattes,…
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The Biggest Restaurant Food Trends in 2013
The year 2013 has seen a rise in the number of novel and upcoming restaurants with new openings and recipes. Here are some of the highlights so far this year. A Focus on the Bird The burger saturation point has been hit by most chefs. Currently, a majority have turned to chicken as the new…
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Selling Liquor in Grocery Stores?
A debate on selling liquor in convenience and grocery stores has been stirred by the head of the liquor policy review in British Columbia, John Yap. This comes just a few days after seeking the public’s opinion on Columbia province’s outdated laws governing alcohol. According to Yap, the governmental website aimed at gathering input from…
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Murray’s Sturgeon
Come in for a taste of timeless foods! In 1946, Murray Bernstein moved down here to further dazzle Zero Mostel and other New York celebrities. They lingered or lined up in limos to get his fish and good wishes. I was always a fan and took over in 1992 to continue the tradition, while adding…
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Tips to Reduce the Risk of Foodborne Disease
Food-related illnesses have been on the rise over the last several years. There are a number of safety measures that can be helpful in minimizing the skyrocketing rate of such illnesses. Following some of the tips below may help avoid this problem. Cleaning It is essential to wash hands with water and a mild soap…
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How to Make Frozen Foods Healthier
Over the last few decades, there has been an increase in the number of employed couples who juggle between meeting work deadlines and the daily household chores. Such couples rarely have time to prepare fresh meals on a daily basis. This is where frozen foods come in handy. These include foods such as pizza and…
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Reducing Sugar Intake
Sugars are naturally found in foods like milk and fruits. There is no need to reduce the consumption of such naturally occurring sugars. It is evident that sugars also serve as additives in a broad range of food items including cakes, sweets, chocolates, cookies, juice drinks and soft drinks. We need to aim at reducing…
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