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Addicted to Sweets

Many people have a sweets addiction, but most won�t admit it. They won�t admit it because they don�t want anyone to know that they are addicted to foods that are not good for them. Some of these people are slim and look very healthy, so you would never know to look at them that they have a sweets addiction. There are many people who are addicted to desserts like brownies, chocolate chip cookies and strawberry shortcake. Some of these people work in office buildings that have numerous bakery and candy shops located in the food court. They visit these shops frequently and buy themselves things like candy bars and cookies, which they hope will help them make it through the day. For some, making it through the day means eating a chocolate fudge brownie for breakfast or a slice of cheesecake during their mid-afternoon break. Those who usually do this typically work in very stressful jobs. Instead of doing something healthy to relieve their stress like exercising or drinking water, they eat ...

Recipes with a Twist

Most of us have eaten a dish that contained an ingredient we just couldn�t we put our finger on. It may have been a mystery spice ingredient in a sweet potato pie or a bowl of chili. Although we didn�t know what the mystery ingredient was, we agreed that it gave the dish a unique twist and flavor that we liked. One way to give a traditional spaghetti and meatball recipe a unique twist, is by using chocolate flavored pasta and stuffing the meatballs with toasted walnuts and mini-chocolate chips. It is very surprising how well the chocolate ingredients go with the tomatoes, garlic, and other savory ingredients. And, if you want to give the recipe another twist, top the dish with a teaspoon of chocolate sauce. It will be fun to watch people try to guess what the mystery ingredient is. Now this is how to make a boring spaghetti recipe more exciting. Another recipe with a twist is deep dish lasagna made with layers of mascarpone cheese and hot sauce. The mascarpone cheese will give the dish...

Keeping a Healthy Digestive System

Having a healthy digestive system is the key to overall good health. Unfortunately there are millions of people today who have serious digestive problems. One of the main reasons many suffer with digestive issues is because they don�t eat enough fiber. It would seem that getting enough daily fiber would be easy, but it is not. This is because the daily foods we like to eat are usually low on fiber and higher in other things like fats and sugar. High levels of sugar make it difficult for the digestive system to process food. So it looks like the only option for keeping a healthy digestive system is by making a concentrated effort to eats foods that are high in fiber. When some people think about increasing their daily fiber intake, they usually think of things like steamed broccoli and bran flakes. Fortunately however there are a lot of things you can eat that have a high level of fiber that taste better then bran flakes and plain steamed broccoli. One includes high fiber honey flavored...

Fall Cupcake Recipes

Fall is a great time to make things like homemade soups, homemade breads and cupcakes. Each year around early October, bakeries across the country start getting prepared for their fall bakery treats. This includes warm and sweet cupcakes that go well with hot tea and hot chocolate. One cupcake flavor combination that is very popular during the fall is caramel and pumpkin spice. When you bake these cupcakes the whole house smells just like a New York bakery. There is nothing that smells better than the scent of caramel melting on the stove and pumpkin spice baking in the oven. To make this cupcake, you will need a box of pumpkin spice cake mix and all the required additional ingredients. These usually include a cup of water, a teaspoon of oil and two eggs. if you want some extra flavor, add in a little nutmeg and a dash of cinnamon. Spoon the cupcake mixture into a cupcake pan, and then place the pan in a three hundred and fifty degree oven for twelve minutes. While the cupcakes are bak...

Celebrity Chefs Have Marketing Power

As a result of the large number of viewers and media attention they attract, celebrities chefs are being sought after by large advertisers. These advertisers realize that celebrity chefs have the ability to introduce their products and services to a very large audience. The celebrity chef craze initially began back in the early 2000�s when the Food Network began launching a series of television cooking shows. One of the biggest breakout celebrity chefs during that period was Paula Deen. Her show, �Home Cooking� was almost an immediate hit. Viewers seem to really connect with Deen�s homemade recipes and down to earth personality. As a result of generating so much viewer attention, Deen was able to secure a large number of marketing and advertising contracts. Some of these have included Walmart and Smithfield Foods. Although some of Deen�s contracts have been terminated due to her recent scandal, many believe that she will soon be back on television with a new cooking show and new sponso...

Simple Fall Dinner Recipes

The fall season is a perfect time to experiment with different recipes and hearty dishes. One of the most popular fall recipes is homemade vegetable soup. This dish is very hearty and makes you feel really warm. One of the best things about homemade vegetable soup is that you can make it a lot of different ways. One of the easiest ways to make it is by combining chicken broth with fresh cut up vegetables. Although you can use any vegetables you want, most people like to use celery, green beans, corn and tomatoes. It usually takes the broth and vegetable combination about two hours to fully cook. If you want to some additional flavor in your soup, add in some nutmeg and grilled corn. The nutmeg will give it a slight sweet taste and the grilled corn will add a smooth smoky flavor. In addition, adding in a tablespoon of flour will make the soup thicker. This soup will taste great on a fall afternoon with a garden salad and seasoned brown rice. Another favorite fall dinner recipe is stuffe...

The Health Benefits of Nuts & Berries

One of the quickest ways to improve your health is to eat some berries and nuts. For many years these two foods have been used to treat diseases and other medical conditions. Incorporating berries into your daily diet can help to improve your digestive system. This is because most berries contain a high percentage of minerals and fiber. Most berries also contain a lot of antioxidants which helps to protect the body from inflammation and infections. Some of the berries that have the most health benefits are blueberries, strawberries and cranberries. Blueberries are high in antioxidants and strawberries contain high levels of vitamin C. While cranberries contain vitamins and nutrients that help to cleanse the digestive system and prevent urinary tract infections. This is why so many doctors recommend eating cranberries at least two to three times a week. Although most berries taste good by themselves, they also taste good combined with other foods like low-fat cheeses and yogurt. Berries...

Survey: Americans Love Snack Foods

  There have been several online surveys launched in recent months that indicate snack food products are very popular in the United States. Some of the states that have the highest levels of snack food consumption are Ohio, Texas, South Carolina and Georgia. According to several of these surveys, one of the most popular snack foods in the U. S. today is potato chips. I definitely believe this because I am somewhat of a potato chip addict myself. There have actually been times when I have eaten a whole bag of potato chips all by myself. The surveys also revealed the current most popular potato chip brands. On most surveys the number one brand was Lay's potato chips. Just like its commercial says, it�s hard to eat just one. Currently, Lay�s accounts for 38% of the U. S. potato chip market. Aside from tasting so good, another reason I think that Lay's is such a popular potato chip brand is because there are so many flavors to choose from. Back about twenty years ...

Popeyes vs KFC Chicken Survey

When it comes to fast food chicken meals, Popeyes and KFC are two of my top choices. I originally started eating KFC chicken many years ago, and just like millions of other people I fell in love with that original recipe. Although I know that fried chicken is not really healthy for me, I still crave it from time to time. In regards to Popeyes I like their chicken recipe as well. In my opinion Popeyes chicken is a little more crunchier and spicer than KFC's. I think that the chicken cooked at Popeyes has more of a New Orleans style taste and flavor. While the chicken over at KFC taste more like a traditional fried chicken. Although I like the chicken at both restaurants, I would have to say that I like KFC's chicken slightly better. I think it is because I have to be in a special mood for Popeyes spicier flavored chicken When it comes down to pricing, I think both restaurant chains offer great promotions and price deals. For example, KFC is currently offering an e...