Not that I was ever worried about it: ROME, Italy (AP) -- European food safety experts have good news for dieters with a sweet tooth, announcing Friday that the popular sugar substitute aspartame does not raise the risk of cancer. An Italian study last year wrongly concluded that the … [Read more...] about Aspartame OK
Kid Obesity
I'm going to make Baby Boy read this: Eleven a key age for obese children LONDON, England (Reuters) -- Children who are overweight or obese by the age of 11 are likely to carry their excess weight into adulthood and to suffer from related health problems, researchers said on … [Read more...] about Kid Obesity
How Do We See Ourselves?
I find that I am aware of my weight. What happens to me, is after I've lost some weight, even getting to my "fighting weight" - I still feel like I look fat - and I feel fat as well. Study: Obesity not in eye of beholder Monday, April 10, 2006; Posted: 10:44 a.m. EDT (14:44 … [Read more...] about How Do We See Ourselves?
Schools to Watch Calories
It seems that schools are going to watch calories. It's about time. I can't believe they leave the choice up to the kid: they'll make the bad choice every time. Companies pulling sodas out of schools Companies agree only to sell water, juice, milk and diet soda Wednesday, May 3, … [Read more...] about Schools to Watch Calories
Creamy Corn And Zucchini Soup
Creamy Corn And Zucchini Soup 6 cups low-salt chicken broth 2 cups diced zucchini 1/2 cup chopped onion 6 cups fresh corn kernels (about 12 ears) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3/4 cup fat-free yogurt hot sauce (optional) Bring broth to a simmer in a large … [Read more...] about Creamy Corn And Zucchini Soup
Spicy Pizza Bread Sticks
Spicy Pizza Bread Sticks 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast 3/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F) 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped red bell … [Read more...] about Spicy Pizza Bread Sticks