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Natural Way to Lose Weight

mrsfoodie — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:03:14 +0000

If I had to go on a diet, I would opt to have a weight loss plan that will not involve diet pills. I prefer a Nutrisystem plan where I’d receive a supply of healthy meals and snacks that are apportioned to my dietary needs.

Although the changes will not be drastic, I think that a Nutrisystem diet plan combined with regular exercise is a more natural way to lose weight. What I like more about is that I wouldn’t worry about starving myself to death in order to keep away from food. Instead, I will have 3-5 meals a day that will supply the energy I need day to day.

I think even if it’s not for weight loss purposes, this diet plan can work very well for those who would like to maintain their current weight. They key here is healthy eating and this is what Nutrisystem offers.

Yo! to Yoghurt

mrsfoodie — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:47:46 +0000

Since I first tasted fruit yoghurt here in Sydney, I got hooked! I now almost always have a supply of a pint of this healthy, yummy goodness. I even give a serving to my daughter who seems to like it, too. My favorite flavor is currently mango but I would like to try out YoPlait’s Favorites series soon!

Read more about its health benefits and origin, here.

[Image source: http://www.yoplait.com.au]

Hair Dye Horror

mrsfoodie — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 14:36:26 +0000

I may not be a big fan of make-up, fancy jewelry, clothes or shoes, but I can be very particular when it comes to my hair. You can cover a zit, a scar or a dark blotch on your face, but when your hair is damaged, it will be hard to hide it unless you wear a wig (or go bald).

That is why, when I got hooked into hair rebonding, which I had four times in recent years, I was really careful in choosing the salon I’d go to. Even for short hair trims, I can get really picky with the hairdresser that I would entrust my hair to. I guess all of us have some sort of fetish in life. Hee.

When I came across this article about hair dye, all I could do was bite my lip and feel the despair the victim must have felt going through his ordeal. The guy who has had his hair done went through “hell” in one of his trips to a salon here in AU. Read more about it, here.

Mussels Fight Arthritis

mrsfoodie — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 06:34:55 +0000

Who would’ve thought that mussels could help arthritis sufferers? My father who has had a major knee operation a couple of years back has been avoiding seafood for fear that that his knee problem would worsen. Then there’s my mother who is now complaining of joint pains (likely due to arthritis), has also stopped eating shellfish for the same reason.

But here in Australia, manufactured pills made of mussels have helped many victims of arthritis. It’s called Mobicosa and it’s available in selected pharmacies here in Australia. Read more about this here.

I’ve already called my parents overseas and asked them to check it out.

“No” to Additives

mrsfoodie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:21:21 +0000

There are six food additives that have long been banned in the UK but are still widely available here in Australia. The campaign to control (if not totally eradicate) the presence of the food coloring: tartrazine (lemon yellow) 102, quinoline yellow 104, sunset yellow FCF 110, Carmoisine (red) (122), ponceau 4R (red) (124) allura red AC (129) have been made years ago.

Unfortunately, the FSANZ (Food Standards Authority of Australia and New Zealand found the study with inadequate evidence hence the influx of food with the mentioned colorings continues. That has kept many mothers or families in the dark for so long. Studies have proven that the intake of foods using these additives worsen if not trigger ADHD or ADHD like symptoms.

Being a mom, I’m all for the ban of these unhealthy substances. The FSANZ should no longer ignore the public’s clamor.

Fighting Pesky PMS

mrsfoodie — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 12:48:14 +0000

A new contraceptive pill called Yaz, was launched in Australia this month. It promises to minimize acne and treat menstrual problems like painful cramps and mood swings. Too good to be true? Well, along with the benefits are the side effects, too.

Food Science Wonders

mrsfoodie — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:09:35 +0000

I was browsing the internet in search for information on asparagus when I chanced upon this very interesting page. Have you ever wondered why it’s difficult to get rid of garlic breath? Why do we tear up when we peel onions? Does parsley really counteract bad breath?

If you’re keen to know the answers to these questions, visit this site and find out.