The purpose of the A Little Bit of Everything platter is to supply an array of delicious gourmet foods to purchasers or recipients.
Pros: A very hard to impress gourmet cook friend was greatly impressed with the A Little Bit of Everything Platter that he received as a gift. He said that the chocolate was the best he had every tasted! He raved about the Blue Cheese from Germany.
A Little Bit of Everything platter includes four cheeses, 2 meats, and 4 other assorted items. The platter contains five pounds of gourmet foods and each one is a delight! There is plenty of treats to serve a small party or gathering of friends who will be duly impressed with the quality of this product!
Those who have sent A Little Bit of Everything as a gift say they will certainly do so again and again. I agree! Excellent!
Cons: There are no discernable cons for the A Little Bit of Everything platter. It is an excellent product and is guaranteed to be delivered fresh and ready to eat or serve at a party.
Guarantee: Cooking.com lets their partners set their own guarantee and return policy. The guarantee for the A Little Bit of Everything platter is set by igourmet. It is a generous guarantee of complete satisfaction or refund. Platters don not even have to be returned to claim a refund.
Value for money: The A Little Bit of Everything platter is an excellent value. There are 4 cheeses, 2 meats, and 4 other items included.
Monday, April 23, 2007
Sunday, April 08, 2007
Food Restrictions
When you only started the South Beach Diet, there are several food restrictions. But mostly, you are not to consume saturated fats and most types of carbohydrates.
In time, however, sources of carbohydrates are progressively added to your diet. However, these should all be strictly low GI carbs.
Saturated fats are only added in the final phase and only in small amounts.
In time, however, sources of carbohydrates are progressively added to your diet. However, these should all be strictly low GI carbs.
Saturated fats are only added in the final phase and only in small amounts.
Saturday, April 07, 2007
WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHOLESTEROL RATIO
Summary: Facts about cholesterol ratio and its reliability as basis for diagnosis.
Is cholesterol ratio different from your cholesterol numbers? How significant is this in the diagnosis and treatment of possible heart disease?
Cholesterol ratio, instead of the total blood cholesterol, is used by some doctors and cholesterol technicians in diagnosing atherosclerosis, or the disorder characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol on the walls of the arteries. The cholesterol ratio is derived by dividing the total cholesterol by the HDL cholesterol. So if a patient has a total cholesterol of 200 and an HDL of 50, his cholesterol ratio would be 4:1. The average ratio would be 4.5:1 or below 5:1, and the most ideal cholesterol ratio would be about 2:1 or 3:1 or anything under 4:1. This means that a high cholesterol ratio indicates a high risk for heart disease and a low cholesterol ratio is a lesser risk factor.
One other cholesterol ratio is the LDL/HDL ratio. This is considered as a more accurate because it is derived from the measurements of good cholesterol (HDL) and bad cholesterol (LDL). The measurement of the total blood cholesterol is not as accurate in the sense that the total blood cholesterol is the sum of other numbers like HDL, LDL, and other lipid components like the Triglycerides. The measure of total blood cholesterol includes HDL which is considered good cholesterol and does not pose as a cardiac risk. Thus, the total blood cholesterol measurement is not as good indicator of heart disease than the LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio.
So is it possible to have a high measurement for total blood cholesterol and a low LDL/HDL ratio?
It is definitely possible. A patient with a high absolute value for the total blood cholesterol can have a low LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio. This is best explained by looking at the compositions of the total blood cholesterol. It is merely derived from the measurements of the LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides. A high total blood cholesterol yet a low LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio would mean that the Triglycerides has contributed a lot. The triglycerides are the only ones unaccounted for in LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio. Therefore, the presence of the triglycerides in the blood makes the total blood cholesterol rise.
Even if the LDL/HDL cholesterol level is a reliable indicator of a risk for heart disease, the American Heart Association still suggest that the values obtained in the lipoprotein test for the total blood cholesterol and the HDL cholesterol level be used by doctors as basis for their diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Is cholesterol ratio different from your cholesterol numbers? How significant is this in the diagnosis and treatment of possible heart disease?
Cholesterol ratio, instead of the total blood cholesterol, is used by some doctors and cholesterol technicians in diagnosing atherosclerosis, or the disorder characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol on the walls of the arteries. The cholesterol ratio is derived by dividing the total cholesterol by the HDL cholesterol. So if a patient has a total cholesterol of 200 and an HDL of 50, his cholesterol ratio would be 4:1. The average ratio would be 4.5:1 or below 5:1, and the most ideal cholesterol ratio would be about 2:1 or 3:1 or anything under 4:1. This means that a high cholesterol ratio indicates a high risk for heart disease and a low cholesterol ratio is a lesser risk factor.
One other cholesterol ratio is the LDL/HDL ratio. This is considered as a more accurate because it is derived from the measurements of good cholesterol (HDL) and bad cholesterol (LDL). The measurement of the total blood cholesterol is not as accurate in the sense that the total blood cholesterol is the sum of other numbers like HDL, LDL, and other lipid components like the Triglycerides. The measure of total blood cholesterol includes HDL which is considered good cholesterol and does not pose as a cardiac risk. Thus, the total blood cholesterol measurement is not as good indicator of heart disease than the LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio.
So is it possible to have a high measurement for total blood cholesterol and a low LDL/HDL ratio?
It is definitely possible. A patient with a high absolute value for the total blood cholesterol can have a low LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio. This is best explained by looking at the compositions of the total blood cholesterol. It is merely derived from the measurements of the LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides. A high total blood cholesterol yet a low LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio would mean that the Triglycerides has contributed a lot. The triglycerides are the only ones unaccounted for in LDL/HDL cholesterol ratio. Therefore, the presence of the triglycerides in the blood makes the total blood cholesterol rise.
Even if the LDL/HDL cholesterol level is a reliable indicator of a risk for heart disease, the American Heart Association still suggest that the values obtained in the lipoprotein test for the total blood cholesterol and the HDL cholesterol level be used by doctors as basis for their diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Friday, April 06, 2007
Glass Tea Kettle
Tea kettles have been rather small kitchen appliances used for heating or boiling water for tea making or for other hot drinks. Glass tea kettles are the much classier and more elegant versions of these tea kettles; they vary in sizes and capacities, as well as other properties such as shapes and materials.
Not only are glass tea kettles beautifully stylish, but they are also ranked among the most convenient and easy-to-use types of tea kettles; however, making sure that one uses a metal trivet or diffuser between the heat source and the glass, as well as heating slowly is important. Among quality manufacturers of glass tea kettles is Cooks Corner, which offers several of the most user-friendly and fashionable glass tea kettles that provide for a more practical home item in beautiful designs.
Another name for fine glass tea kettle is Capresso Cordless Classic that features auto shut-offs and illuminated blue light for fast, quiet, and safe way of boiling water, as well as holding 1.5 quarts of liquid; large handle; matte-silver-finish lid; and easy lifting for pouring and serving. Capresso glass tea kettles also works well with any type of heat including ceramic hobs, electric cookers, and gas stoves. Its regular retail price in the market today is at $79.00.
A number of fine-looking glass tea kettles can also be bought from Simpson and Vail that offers glass kettles suitable for gas, ceramic, or electric cooking surfaces; its glass kettle products’ easy cleaning and prettiness together with its clear shape make it a perfect choice for water heating needs.
One more great choice for glass tea kettles is that of Gold Supplier that features quiet and fast water boiling; heat-resistant glass; concealed heating-system covered in stainless steel; auto shut-off for safety; cool-touch handle; illuminated power switch; free pouring design; and cordless design with a 360ยบ swivel base for right and left handed users.
There are important things to consider when buying tea kettles, including glass tea kettles; always remember to check for pouring ease, heating efficiency, handling comfort, care requirements, and capacity, to get the maximum effectiveness of the product’s function.
Glass tea kettles have always been and always will be real “eye-catchers” in the kitchen. With today’s more enhanced and inventive production of this type of tea kettle, it’s no surprise that it’s one of the best-selling tea kettles in the market today, loved for its classic elegant look along with its function that adds a little “fun and spice” to tea-time preparations.
Not only are glass tea kettles beautifully stylish, but they are also ranked among the most convenient and easy-to-use types of tea kettles; however, making sure that one uses a metal trivet or diffuser between the heat source and the glass, as well as heating slowly is important. Among quality manufacturers of glass tea kettles is Cooks Corner, which offers several of the most user-friendly and fashionable glass tea kettles that provide for a more practical home item in beautiful designs.
Another name for fine glass tea kettle is Capresso Cordless Classic that features auto shut-offs and illuminated blue light for fast, quiet, and safe way of boiling water, as well as holding 1.5 quarts of liquid; large handle; matte-silver-finish lid; and easy lifting for pouring and serving. Capresso glass tea kettles also works well with any type of heat including ceramic hobs, electric cookers, and gas stoves. Its regular retail price in the market today is at $79.00.
A number of fine-looking glass tea kettles can also be bought from Simpson and Vail that offers glass kettles suitable for gas, ceramic, or electric cooking surfaces; its glass kettle products’ easy cleaning and prettiness together with its clear shape make it a perfect choice for water heating needs.
One more great choice for glass tea kettles is that of Gold Supplier that features quiet and fast water boiling; heat-resistant glass; concealed heating-system covered in stainless steel; auto shut-off for safety; cool-touch handle; illuminated power switch; free pouring design; and cordless design with a 360ยบ swivel base for right and left handed users.
There are important things to consider when buying tea kettles, including glass tea kettles; always remember to check for pouring ease, heating efficiency, handling comfort, care requirements, and capacity, to get the maximum effectiveness of the product’s function.
Glass tea kettles have always been and always will be real “eye-catchers” in the kitchen. With today’s more enhanced and inventive production of this type of tea kettle, it’s no surprise that it’s one of the best-selling tea kettles in the market today, loved for its classic elegant look along with its function that adds a little “fun and spice” to tea-time preparations.
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Creative Stress Management
Creative Stress Management - Lucky are those who can say without batting an eyelash that they are exempted from getting stress or from being stressed-out. Even fortunate are those who can mightily pronounce that they are immune from stress and that they know when its coming and when its going.
With the many available stress management regimens flooding before us, we are equally daunted with the thought which one is certainly going to relieve us from stress. Just the thought of choosing the myriads of available techniques is in a way stressful in itself. However there are still that promise to bring us favorable results no matter how simple or ordinary. All these coping mechanisms may have been already our way of coping without us knowing that they have already done us favor--- to relieve the stress. Simply put, we just take them for granted.
Creativity is still the rule of thumb when it comes to addressing stress of any kind. Nothing can truly beat the benefits of creative stress management. Not only it can help us recover speedily but also make us do it without having to attend workshops that are expensive most of the time. Creative stress management can be done at home with family and friends or with your husband or wife. It does not really call for special kind of treatment. All it really takes is a sprinkle of creativity, and that’s it, a stress management that you can truly call your own.
One of the most proven techniques in creative stress management is getting busy with a hobby. This can be done as simple as gardening where one can make use of his or her green thumb or try to develop if there is none. Another hobby that are worth enjoying and therapeutic are candle and soap making. These are foolproof stress-busters that can give 100% favorable results.
There is no doubt that one of the sources of stress is the thing that we see around us. Like if we see clutter, it gives us stimulus that may not be favorable for us. Exercising is one of the most effective ways to cope with stress, however to put some creative stress management techniques, exercising through cleaning is more like it. Perhaps this technique is one of the healthiest and can lend us opportunity to be productive without having to spend for extra cash. You don’t only get positive result, but also make your house more conducive to living and a stress-free environment.
Many of the working parents when stressed-out have no time or little if there is any, to spend with their kids. Little did they know that spending time with their children is a natural way of relieving oneself from stressful situations. Yes, a quality time with kids can help decrease that cortisol—a chemical produced by the body when stress sets in. just simple activities like reading books or singing can truly help these parents cope with stress and likewise strengthening the bond with their children.
Creative stress management techniques can be simple and fun. They are affordable too.
With the many available stress management regimens flooding before us, we are equally daunted with the thought which one is certainly going to relieve us from stress. Just the thought of choosing the myriads of available techniques is in a way stressful in itself. However there are still that promise to bring us favorable results no matter how simple or ordinary. All these coping mechanisms may have been already our way of coping without us knowing that they have already done us favor--- to relieve the stress. Simply put, we just take them for granted.
Creativity is still the rule of thumb when it comes to addressing stress of any kind. Nothing can truly beat the benefits of creative stress management. Not only it can help us recover speedily but also make us do it without having to attend workshops that are expensive most of the time. Creative stress management can be done at home with family and friends or with your husband or wife. It does not really call for special kind of treatment. All it really takes is a sprinkle of creativity, and that’s it, a stress management that you can truly call your own.
One of the most proven techniques in creative stress management is getting busy with a hobby. This can be done as simple as gardening where one can make use of his or her green thumb or try to develop if there is none. Another hobby that are worth enjoying and therapeutic are candle and soap making. These are foolproof stress-busters that can give 100% favorable results.
There is no doubt that one of the sources of stress is the thing that we see around us. Like if we see clutter, it gives us stimulus that may not be favorable for us. Exercising is one of the most effective ways to cope with stress, however to put some creative stress management techniques, exercising through cleaning is more like it. Perhaps this technique is one of the healthiest and can lend us opportunity to be productive without having to spend for extra cash. You don’t only get positive result, but also make your house more conducive to living and a stress-free environment.
Many of the working parents when stressed-out have no time or little if there is any, to spend with their kids. Little did they know that spending time with their children is a natural way of relieving oneself from stressful situations. Yes, a quality time with kids can help decrease that cortisol—a chemical produced by the body when stress sets in. just simple activities like reading books or singing can truly help these parents cope with stress and likewise strengthening the bond with their children.
Creative stress management techniques can be simple and fun. They are affordable too.
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