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Food has always been a hot favorite photography as it only not only soothes to the eyes of the viewer but also gives the food photographer a complete liberty to use his tools and props to the fullest. With the advent of this color capture, food photography got a new meaning as now it was not limited to those black and white clicks.  With so many interesting tools available these days, the food and drink photographers like Graham Precey have made it a point that they click mouth watering images of the food and add a breathtaking stroke to the magazines, newspapers and advertisement boards.

Graham Precey Pictures Give Birth To An Illusion- He Himself Has A Professional Kitchen

Most of the people after looking at a food photography, don’t give it a thought as to how creative would be the man behind all this; a food photographer. The ones, who really get captivated by sumptuous looking food photos, surely give a thought that this food photographer must be a master of his kitchen and Graham Precey is surely one of those. All that Graham Precey requires to click out an extraordinary food photograph is a good light source, his equipments and his camera. After looking at the pictures clicked by him anyone would be bound to say that he boils down all the elements of a good photograph and them comes out with an end product, his master piece.

Graham Precey Knows The Tricks

Ask what makes one food photographer different from another, an answer would come expertise, surely this is one factor, but it is not the most imperative one. The most important trait that defines the work of a food and drink photographer is the skill set that is made up of loads and loads of explorations. Graham Precey knows all those magical tricks that bring in life in the food photographs and fulfill the intent that goes behind clicking them.

Graham Precey knows the right time to click a photograph as he is very well aware of the fact that food is not going to retain that appetizing look for long. Clicking food without styling leaves the viewers with a perception that no hard work has been invested and this is one such thing that every food photographer needs to keep in mind. Graham Precey creates a balance in the food in terms of colors, shapes and the way it is presented so that the viewers feel that this is what they want to eat and that too right now.

Graham Precey is always geared up to make those extra efforts and make the food glisten in the shots.

Q. What are the benefits of exercise?
A. For people with diabetes, the benefits of exercise are blood glucose level improvements, stress reduction, increased energy, weight control, and for those who participate in regular physical activity, which includes moderate aerobic exercise, there will be a reduction in cardiovascular disease risk.

Q. How do I begin an exercise program?
A. Schedule a physical exam with your physician before beginning your exercise activities. This is especially important if you have not been active recently. An EKG or ECG test (electrocardiogram) may be recommended by your doctor along with a graded exercise test to evaluate how exercise may effect your heart. Ask your doctor what types of exercise are best for you.

For any recommended exercise program, remember to begin slowly and safely, and gradually increase your physical activity level over time.

Q. What is an exercise goal?
A. Remember to discuss with your doctor how often to exercise, and what level of intensity at which you shoudl perform. Begin any exercise program with a slow, steady pace. Try to be active for at least 20 minutes in the beginning. You can steadily increase the time period for exercise over an eight (8) week period.

Research has proven that weight lifting (anaerobic exercise) may benefit people with diabetes. This type of exercise is known as “resistance training.” Lifting heavy weights may not be helpful for persons with certain diabetes complications, so always comply with your physician’s recommendations.

Q. What are the different types of exercise?
A. There are two main types of exercise, anaerobic and aerobic exercise. Anaerobic exercise involves lifting weights or using exercise bands. Activity usually lasts for a shorter duration and involves intense activity done in short bursts. Anaerobic exercise is commonly known as “resistance training” and the goal is to build muscle and increase strength.
Aerobic exercise works the large muscle groups in the arms and legs. Examples of this include: jogging, brisk walking, swimming, biking, dancing, biking and rowing. Aerobic exercise gradually increases the heart and breathing rates. Aerobic exercise is usually recommended for most diabetic patients because of the proven benefits to the cardiovascular system (heart, lungs, and blood vessels).

Q. What if I have had a sedentary lifestyle?
A. You will improve your overall health by increasing your activity level. Take advantage of any opportunity to bend and stretch as much as possible during the day.

To make your day more active, here are some simple tips to get ready, get set, and get moving:

Parking your car further away from the store when you go shopping Use stairs rather than elevators whenever possible Communicate with neighbors or co-workers by stopping by in person, rather than using the phone to call Stay active at home with light gardening and housework chores

Q. What are the strategies for exercising success?
A. Make exercise part of your daily schedule – even small increases in physical activity will be beneficial to your health. Being active simply means moving more!

All physical activities should begin with a warm-up, and then progress to the chosen exercise. After exercising; remember to have a cool-down period. You will see the most progress with your exercise plan when you are consistent with a specific type of activity. For example, if you chose to walk, try to find the most convenient time of day for walking, and then stick to it.

Your exercise program should always include these three (3) essential elements:
Warm-up: Approximately 5-10 minutes of stretching and bending. This will prevent injuries to muscles and joints.
Activity: 20 minutes (or more) of sustained physical activity. This includes walking, biking, aerobics, swimming, or other sports, such as tennis or racquetball. Cool-Down: Gradually reduce your activity, and then stretch for at least 5 minutes.

Q. Are there any exercise precautions or other guidelines?
A. Remember, exercise will lower your blood glucose level. If you feel symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), take glucose tablets or gel to treat low blood sugar. Avoid very vigorous activity when the insulin activity is peaking (insulin is working at the hardest level). If you plan to exercise at moderate or high intensity, check your blood sugar before beginning your exercise. If the blood glucose level is below 100 mg/dl, eat a light snack with a carbohydrate source before exercising. Remember, low blood sugar can occur shortly after exercise or up to 24 hours after physical activity, so monitor blood glucose levels regularly.

When purchasing shoes for exercise, protect your feet with properly fitting shoes and socks. Plan to purchase your shoes at the end of the day when your feet are larger. Avoid open-heeled or open-toed shoes.
Shoe-Fit guidelines: the in-step of the shoe should conform to your the size and the shape of your foot. Your toes should have some “wiggle-room” – the shoes should securely fit at the heel to prevent slipping.
Sock Suggestions: White socks should be used, and they should be soft and padded with no seams.

Diabetic patients need adjustments in insulin dosing or eating schedule. Food intake may need adjusting to prevent low blood sugar when exercising. For example, if you will be bike riding, do not
inject insulin into your leg. Insulin should not be injected into a body part that you will use during exercise.

Wear medical identification as a precaution when exercising.

Remember to drink water and stay well hydrated. At least 64 ounces of water should be consumed daily.

You can find more articles at Destination Diabetes

* The information in this Fact Sheet is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Evidence for the benefits of exercise in managing depression

Regular exercise can be an effective way to relieve some forms of depression and is often a neglected strategy for treatment of depression. Numerous studies have shown that people who exercise regularly experience fewer depression and anxiety than those who do not exercise regularly. Several trials have shown that regular exercise of moderate intensity can be an effective treatment by itself for mild to moderate depression. Two trials have found that 16 weeks of regular exercise is equally effective as an SSRI antidepressant medication in the treatment of mild to moderate depression in older adults who have been inactive. Research also suggests that exercise can further assist depression in individuals with depression who have responded only partially to an antidepressant medication. Both aerobic exercise (e.g. brisk walking, cycling or jogging) and resistance or strength training (e.g. weight-lifting) have been found to be beneficial for depression.

How does exercise help depression?

Research suggests that regular exercise may increase levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter involved in mood, sleep, libido, appetite and other functions, and has been linked to depression. Exercise may also increase endorphins, which are chemicals in the brain with ‘mood-lifting’ properties. Regular exercise may also help depression by:

- Increasing energy levels
- Helping to get a good night’s sleep
- Providing distraction from worries and rumination
- Providing social support and reducing loneliness if exercise is done with other people
- Increasing a sense of control and self-esteem, by taking an active role in the individual’s own recovery.

Key points about the role of exercise in treating depression

Regular exercise can be an effective treatment by itself for non-melancholic depression (particularly for people who were previously ‘sedentary’ or inactive). For more severe melancholic depression, exercise may be a helpful adjunctive strategy alongside other treatments (e.g. medication or psychological therapies). Exercise does not need to be extremely vigorous to be helpful for depression – simply briskly walking each day can be beneficial. For those with a melancholic depression and experiencing a distinct lack of energy in the morning, immediate exercise on getting out of bed can be beneficial.

Other benefits of exercise

In addition to being helpful for depression, there are numerous physical health benefits of regular exercise that are well-established by research. These benefits include prevention of numerous (including life-threatening) medical conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, strokes and certain types of cancer. At a population level, physical inactivity is ranked just behind cigarette smoking as a cause of ill health. Therefore, regular exercise as a treatment for depression has the added benefit of improving general health and preventing serious diseases.

Exercise recommendations

The National Physical Activity Guidelines for Australians recommend:

- A minimum of 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise on most, preferably all, days of the week (an example of ‘moderate intensity’ exercise is brisk walking where you notice a slight increase in breathing and heart rate) .

- Exercising for at least 10 minutes at a time – the 30-minutes total does not need to be continuous – you can combine short sessions of different activities to a total of 30 minutes or more each day.

- Being active in as many ways you can each day (e.g. use the stairs).

At least one study has shown that exercising at around the above level for 12 weeks can significantly reduce symptoms of depression amongst people who are inactive and experiencing mild to moderate depression. For people who are very inactive, health benefits can be gained by becoming even slightly more active. A little activity is better than none, and more is better than a little. For extra health and fitness, it is recommended that adults (who are able) should also do vigorous activity that makes them ‘huff and puff’ (e.g. jogging, squash, rowing). For best results, vigorous exercise should be done for 30 minutes or more on 3-4 days per week (on top of moderate exercise).

Getting started

Feeling tired and being less motivated in general are two very common symptoms of depression. This means that exercise is often the last thing that people feel like doing when they are experiencing depression. Therefore, it can be useful to use some of the strategies below to help with motivation to gradually become more active:

Make a plan

Start slowly and build up gradually. For example, if you have not been exercising at all, start with a 10-15 minute walk each morning, and gradually increase this to 30 minutes per day. Set short-term realistic goals for exercising each week (e.g. 3 x 20 minute walks per week). Plan to exercise at specific times of the day that fit in with your lifestyle and write your plan down.

Keep motivated

- Keep an activity diary each day.
- A pedometer can be helpful in keeping track of your activity levels.
- Reward yourself when you achieve your short-term exercise plan.
- Get other people involved – ask a friend, partner or relative to join you. Although it is common to not feel like socializing when experiencing depression, it can be helpful to include others in exercise, to gain support and help with motivation.
- Write down the specific benefits that you would like to gain from exercise, and refer back to these to help with motivation (e.g. reduce stress, improve mood, get in shape, and improve sleep).
- Write down the situations that you would expect to make it more difficult to exercise, and a plan to address these (e.g. if it rains, go for a walk in a shopping centre; if feeling tired, go for a 10 min walk)

Keep it up

You don’t have to join a gym – try a variety of different types of activities to find those that you enjoy (e.g. swimming, walking the dog, jogging whilst listening to music, riding a bike, gardening, bushwalking, yoga, weight-lifting). Give yourself a break – if you don’t stick to your exercise plan, simply start again from where you left off. Remember that it can take time for the benefits of exercise to occur. (Most exercise studies showing a significant reduction in depression have examined exercise programs of at least 8 weeks).

SEEKING MEDICAL ADVICE:

If you are new to exercise, are pregnant, a smoker, are overweight, have heart disease or major health problems, it is recommended that you see your doctor for medical advice before commencing vigorous exercise.

So many life events cause stress – both good events and bad ones.  A new mate, a new baby, a new house, a new job – all good things that happen to all of us at one time or another.  Even though these good things are what we choose to do, we still have to deal with how they affect us.  Excitement, happiness, and other positive emotions are often offset with feelings of inadequacy, uncertainty, or worry about how life is changing.  This balance of emotions causes stress.   When bad things happen, such as a death, illness, loss of job, divorce, or money concerns the stress level can shoot out of control.  These serious worries can make some people very sick and unable to function normally.  There are feelings that situations will never improve or that nothing will ever be good again.  This stress is some of the most difficult for people to manage. The most common symptoms of excessive stress is fatigue, stress eating, insomnia, and general lack of motivation to do more than necessary during the day.  These symptoms can be light or extremely severe.  Those affected severely may be almost debilitated by what they are dealing with. What would be your first response to either type of stress?  Think about it – how have you dealt with these issues in your life before?  Based on the common symptoms, one of the most effective responses to stress at any level is exercise.  We constantly hear that your body will be more energized if you exercise – helping get rid of fatigue.  It’s also been proven that people who exercise regularly are able to sleep better at night – helping get rid of insomnia.  Focusing on an exercise program can help curb stress eating by pointing your mind toward fitness rather than overeating.  Also, it has been shown that individuals who are more physically fit often experience fewer health troubles for a number of reasons.    High stress levels can lower your ability to fight off infections and exercise can help counter-act that problem.  On top of the physical benefits of exercise, the mental benefits can be many.  Some people exercise to look good.  Some people exercise to feel good.  Some people exercise at a gym for social reasons.  Some people exercise to fill time in their day.  The reason people exercise isn’t usually important – they will get the physical and mental benefits from it either way. It’s recommended that every person exercises at least three to four times per week for a minimum of 30 minutes.  More is better, but this schedule will be a great start if you’re not currently active in an exercise program.  A mix of different kinds of exercise will keep your body completely fit and also keep you from getting bored.  Aerobic combined with weight training and core strengthening is a great combination. Motivation is often a factor – especially when stress levels are high.  There are a few things you can do to help get motivated to get to the gym or exercise at home.  To find the best motivation for yourself, though, you need to be very honest as you look for motivation and make decisions about your plan.  Will spending the money to go to a gym really make you go?  For some, the money won’t matter and for some it will.  Will getting a personal trainer that you’ll be accountable to help you get the process started and sustainable?  For some, this works and others don’t care about accountability to others.  Will joining an exercise class where you bond with other people and make friends help you?  Some people really enjoy the social aspects of a class while others like privacy for their routines.  So, you get the picture.  It really depends on your personality as to what will motivate you the most. Just remember that some of the benefits of choosing certain options for adding exercise to your life can turn into stress busters.  Getting to a gym with a class of people can help you take your mind off your issues.  It can also help you bond with others who may have similar situations to deal with.  Working with a trainer who has the ability to push you to do things you normally wouldn’t do can build confidence and self esteem – what a stress buster that would be! Another way that exercise helps relieve stress is that it relaxes tight and tense muscles.  Over time, you’ll become stronger and the stress won’t be able to affect your muscles as much as before.  Also, most people experience a relaxation response to exercise that lasts for an hour or two.  This can definitely be a mood lifting thing.  This reduction in tense muscles and addition of relaxation time will go a long way to helping you handle stressful time more effectively.   Self-image is an important factor for everyone.  When we’re highly stressed, our self-image can suffer.  Exercise does help build self confidence by making you just feel better about yourself and how you look.  A new focus on a healthier lifestyle often results from just starting an exercise program.  For most people this means improving your diet to more healthy choices.   And one final word on getting as much exercise in as possible – don’t stop at following your program or routine.  Always look for ways you can get in more exercise by taking the stairs or parking far away from the door.  Do your own housework.  Play ball with your kids in the yard.  Join a softball or volleyball team.  It’s important to get moving! Everyone agrees that exercise is beneficial for both the body and the mind.  As a result, it can relax you when other techniques fail.  Exercise does take time and it does require discipline, but the benefits are certainly there if you’re willing to make it a regular part of your life.  Consider all the benefits in addition to stress reduction and go for it!

So many life events cause stress – both good events and bad ones.  A new mate, a new baby, a new house, a new job – all good things that happen to all of us at one time or another.  Even though these good things are what we choose to do, we still have to deal with how they affect us.  Excitement, happiness, and other positive emotions are often offset with feelings of inadequacy, uncertainty, or worry about how life is changing.  This balance of emotions causes stress.  

When bad things happen, such as a death, illness, loss of job, divorce, or money concerns the stress level can shoot out of control.  These serious worries can make some people very sick and unable to function normally.  There are feelings that situations will never improve or that nothing will ever be good again.  This stress is some of the most difficult for people to manage.

The most common symptoms of excessive stress is fatigue, stress eating, insomnia, and general lack of motivation to do more than necessary during the day.  These symptoms can be light or extremely severe.  Those affected severely may be almost debilitated by what they are dealing with.

What would be your first response to either type of stress?  Think about it – how have you dealt with these issues in your life before?  Based on the common symptoms, one of the most effective responses to stress at any level is exercise.  We constantly hear that your body will be more energized if you exercise – helping get rid of fatigue.  It’s also been proven that people who exercise regularly are able to sleep better at night – helping get rid of insomnia.  Focusing on an exercise program can help curb stress eating by pointing your mind toward fitness rather than overeating.  Also, it has been shown that individuals who are more physically fit often experience fewer health troubles for a number of reasons.   

High stress levels can lower your ability to fight off infections and exercise can help counter-act that problem.  On top of the physical benefits of exercise, the mental benefits can be many.  Some people exercise to look good.  Some people exercise to feel good.  Some people exercise at a gym for social reasons.  Some people exercise to fill time in their day.  The reason people exercise isn’t usually important – they will get the physical and mental benefits from it either way.

It’s recommended that every person exercises at least three to four times per week for a minimum of 30 minutes.  More is better, but this schedule will be a great start if you’re not currently active in an exercise program.  A mix of different kinds of exercise will keep your body completely fit and also keep you from getting bored.  Aerobic combined with weight training and core strengthening is a great combination.

Motivation is often a factor – especially when stress levels are high.  There are a few things you can do to help get motivated to get to the gym or exercise at home.  To find the best motivation for yourself, though, you need to be very honest as you look for motivation and make decisions about your plan.  Will spending the money to go to a gym really make you go?  For some, the money won’t matter and for some it will.  Will getting a personal trainer that you’ll be accountable to help you get the process started and sustainable?  For some, this works and others don’t care about accountability to others.  Will joining an exercise class where you bond with other people and make friends help you?  Some people really enjoy the social aspects of a class while others like privacy for their routines.  So, you get the picture.  It really depends on your personality as to what will motivate you the most.

Just remember that some of the benefits of choosing certain options for adding exercise to your life can turn into stress busters.  Getting to a gym with a class of people can help you take your mind off your issues.  It can also help you bond with others who may have similar situations

CONTENDS

POLISH STEW

POLISH PYROGY

UKRAINIAN GOLUBTZI (cabbage rolls)

FOOD, COOKING TIPS

POLISH STEW

8 slices of bacon, finely chopped

1 pound boneless, lean pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped, or 1-teaspoon garlic powder

3 onions, quartered

½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced

1 cup canned beef broth

2 Tablespoons sugar

2 bay leaves

2 cups canned sauerkraut rinsed under water and drained well

2 medium apples, cored and sliced

2 cups Italian-style whole tomatoes with juice

1 cup cooked ham, diced

1½ cups cooked Polish sausage, coarsely sliced

Fry bacon pieces in large saucepan over high heat for about 3 minutes.

Carefully drain off some of the fat, leaving just enough to coat the bottom of the pot.

Add pork, garlic, onions, and mushrooms, and, stirring constantly, fry until meat is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium. Add beef broth, sugar, bay leaves, drained sauerkraut, apples, and tomatoes with juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, increasing heat if necessary.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer stew for about 1½ hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add cooked ham and sausage, and stir.

Cover and continue to simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes more to blend flavours.

Remove bay leaves and discard before serving.

Serves 8 to 10.

POLISH PYROGY Everyone enjoys this dish. It’s one I could eat every day.

Dough

5 cups flour

2 cups warm water

1 tablespoon salt

4 tablespoons oil

3 eggs

1 tablespoon vinegar Mix flour and salt together.

Mix eggs, oil and water to make 2 cups.

Make well in flour add water mixture.

Mix well then knead. (the more you knead the better).

Roll dough flat, thin and cut into 2-3 inch squares Put filling (below) in each, seal edge, and use flour to pinch seal shut.

FILLING

Mashed potatoes.

Course cottage cheese.

Salt and pepper.

Mix together until course.

Drop into boiling water and boil for 5 minutes. Do not place to many in boiling water at one time as they all should have enough room to float to top.

After cooking place in different pot and add butter, or place in frying pan, add butter, and (onions) if you prefer. Fry for a few minutes until they start turning a light brown. Can then be served with or without sour cream.

UKRAINIAN Golubtzi, (cabbage rolls)

1 large head of cabbage ½ pound hamburger

1 cup rice, cooked

1 onion

2 tablespoons fat

1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper

1 10½-ounce can tomato soup ½ cup sour cream Remove leafs from cabbage head. Cook in salt water for 5 Minutes, or until leaves are flexible. Drain and cool.

Add ground meat, cooked rice, and seasoning. Put a tablespoon of the mixture on each leaf. Roll and place each in a baking pan, pour undiluted tomato soup over them. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until tender.

Serves 6. Option: Add sour cream 5 minutes before serving.

FOOD INFORMATION, COOKING TIPS

General Roasting Guide for Turkey

Allow enough time in the refrigerator for complete thawing — one day for every five pounds, not counting the day you cook it. A defrosted turkey will keep a day or two under refrigeration.

Ready To Cook Weight, Stuffed Turkeys:
Cook turkey at 325 degrees F.
8 – 12 lb 3 – 3.5 hrs
12 – 14 lb 3.5- 4 hrs
14 – 18 lb 4 – 5 hrs
18 – 20 lb 4.5 – 5 hrs
20 – 24 lb 4.5 – 5.5 hrs

For unstuffed turkeys of the same weight, reduce total cooking time by 15 to 45 minutes. Turkey is done when the thigh temperature reaches 180 degrees F and stuffing reaches 165 degrees F.

OTHER COOKING TIMES

Ground Meat & Meat Mixtures.  Beef, Pork, Veal, lamb=160

                                                                   Turkey, Chicken= 165

Fresh Beef, Veal, Lamb Steaks, roasts, chops=145

Poultry: Chicken & Turkey, whole, Poultry breasts, roasts,

Duck & Goose, Stuffing (cooked alone or in bird)=165

Pork and Ham, Fresh pork, Fresh ham (raw)=160

Precooked ham (to reheat)=140

Eggs & Egg Dishes=Eggs, cook until yolk and white are firm

Egg dishes=160.

It’s not safe to cook a turkey all night at 200 °F. The minimum oven temperature is 325 °F to ensure any bacteria are destroyed.

Prepare wet and dry stuffing ingredients ahead of time and refrigerate them separately. Don’t combine the ingredients until just before cooking the stuffing – inside or outside the turkey.

All turkey meat, including any that remains pink, is safe to eat as soon as all parts reach at least 165 °F. When turkey is removed from the oven, let it stand 20 minutes before removing the stuffing and carving the turkey.

After dinner, cut the leftover turkey into small pieces; refrigerate stuffing and turkey separately in shallow containers within 2 hours of cooking. Use leftover turkey and stuffing within 3-4 days or freeze these foods. Reheat thoroughly to a temperature of 165 °F or until hot and steaming.

The refrigerator will keep food safely cold for about 4 hours if it is unopened. A full freezer will hold the temperature for approximately 48 hours (24 hours if it is half full) and the door remains closed.

Discard refrigerated perishable food such as meat, poultry, fish, soft cheeses, milk, eggs, leftovers and deli items after 4 hours without power.

Food may be safely refrozen if it still contains ice crystals or is at 40°F or below when checked with a food thermometer.

Never taste a food to determine its safety!

Obtain dry or block ice to keep your refrigerator and freezer as cold as possible if the power is going to be out for a prolonged period of time. Fifty pounds of dry ice should hold an 18-cubic-foot full freezer for 2 days.

If the power has been out for several days, check the temperature of the freezer with an appliance thermometer. If the appliance thermometer reads 40°F or below, the food is safe to refreeze.

If a thermometer has not been kept in the freezer, check each package of food to determine its safety. If the food still contains ice crystals, the food is safe.

Discard any food that is not in a waterproof container if there is any chance that it has come into contact with flood water. Discard wooden cutting boards, plastic utensils, baby bottle nipples and pacifiers.

Thoroughly wash all metal pans, ceramic dishes and utensils that came in contact with flood water with hot soapy water and sanitize by boiling them in clean water or by immersing them for 15 minutes in a solution of 1 tablespoon of unscented, liquid chlorine bleach per gallon of drinking water.

Of course, a “single hamburger” can include meat from hundreds of animals. Hamburger meat is often composed of various grades of meat from different parts of cows and even from different slaughterhouses. These cuts of meat are particularly vulnerable to E. coli contamination, but there is no federal requirement for grinders to test their ingredients for the pathogen.

In fact, American Foodservice, which grinds 365 million pounds of hamburger a year, had to stop testing trimmings 10 years ago because slaughterhouses did not want to sell to them!

One retailer that does test their trimmings for E. coli before grinding is Costco, and according to The New York Times, Tyson will not supply them because they don’t want their product tested.

SANITIZE CUTTING BOARDS

An effective way to sanitize cutting boards and other kitchen surfaces, is with a diluted bleach and water solution — just 1 tablespoon unscented liquid chlorine bleach (not more) to 1 gallon of water.

To clean your cutting board, first wash it with hot water and soap. After rinsing it off with clean water, sanitize by letting the diluted chlorine bleach solution stand on the cutting board surface for about a minute. Rinse and blot dry with clean paper towels. It is important to clean and sanitize – just because a surface looks clean, does not mean it is free of disease-causing bacteria!

CONTENTS

BEEF STEW

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS

APPLE PANCAKES

GRILLED TUNA

BANANA BERRY SMOOTHIE

LIGHTSAIDE

PREPARING TURKEY

FOOD INFORMATION

BAR MIXES

ARCHIVES

BEEF STEW

1 pound minced beef

2 slices stale bread, remove crust soaked in water

1 onion grated

1 tablespoon dried mint

1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 egg

Salt and black pepper

Flour

Vegetable oil for frying

Squeeze out the excess water from the soaked bread.

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Make walnut-shaped balls and keep them covered until they are to be eaten.

Place flour in a shallow dish, and roll the meatballs in flour to coat.

Heat oil in a shallow frying pan. Carefully add meatballs and fry in hot oil for 6 to 8 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through. They may be shallow or deep-fried.

Serves 4 to 6.

Grilled Chicken Breasts

10 small skinless and boneless chicken breasts halves.

2 garlic cloves, sliced

¼ cup white wine

¼ cup olive oil

1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry. Set aside.

In a shallow, non-metallic dish, combine garlic, white wine, oil, basil, oregano, mint, salt and pepper. Marinate chicken breasts in mixture. Place marinade in refrigerator while you heat the grill or the broiler.

Grill chicken breasts over medium-hot fire (or under a broiler) about 3 minutes on each side. Let rest for 3 to 5 minutes, and then cut on a diagonal into thin slices.

Makes 5 servings.

Apple Pancakes

? cup flour

2 teaspoons sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

4 eggs, beaten

½ cup milk

2 large apples, peeled, cored, and cut into thin slices

1½ sticks butter (¾ cup)

2 Tablespoons sugar

¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Confectioner’s sugar

Combine the flour with 2 teaspoons sugar and salt and set aside.

In a large bowl, beat eggs and milk together. Gradually add flour mixture to the eggs and milk, and beat until smooth.

Melt ½ stick (¼ cup) butter in a saucepan.

Add apple slices and cook gently until apples are softened.

Mix 2 Tablespoons sugar and cinnamon together and stir gently into apples. In a 6-inch frying pan, melt 2 Tablespoons of butter.

Pour in batter so that it is about ¼-inch deep. Cook until the bubbles on top of the batter burst and the pan-cake begins to set.

Spoon about ¼ of the apples over the pancake and cover with more batter.

Allow it to set, and then gently turn the pancake to brown it on the other side.  Dust with confectioners sugar and serve.

Repeat to make 3 more pancakes.

Grilled Tuna

2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon olive or canola oil
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks, about 3/4-inch thick
1/2 teaspoon each basil, marjoram, rosemary and sage)
1/4 teaspoon salt
Non-stick vegetable spray
1/2 lemon, cut into wedges

Combine tomatoes, parsley, vinegar, oil, tarragon and garlic in medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.

Prepare grill (or preheat broiler). Sprinkle tuna on both sides with herbs de Provinces and salt. Place fish on grill (pan) coated with vegetable spray. Grill 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until fish is cooked to desired degree of doneness. Serve with tomato mixture; garnish with lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Prepare and cook time, 50 minutes.

 Serves 4

Banana Berry Smoothie

8 ounce container fruit-flavoured yoghurt

½ cup fresh berries

1 medium banana

In a blender, process all the ingredients until just combined. Serve immediately. Makes 1 serving.

LIGHTSIDE

Leaders of big beer companies meet for a drink. The president of Budweiser orders a Bud.  Miller’s president orders a Millers. When it was Coors president turn to order he orders a soda. Why didn’t you order a Coors everyone asks?  Nah Coors president replies.  If you guys aren’t having a beer neither am I.

PREPARING THE PERFECT TURKEY

(Continued from last issue)

Time to start thinking about that Thanksgiving Day Turkey.

Frozen turnkeys, can be bought weeks in advance.

Fresh turnkey should be bought a day or two before using.  This will allow enough time in the refrigerator for complete thawing.

Allow 1 day for every 5 pounds for thawing. You can keep a defrosted turnkey 1-2 days in your refrigeration.

General Roasting Guide for Turkey
Ready To Cook Weight, Stuffed Turkeys:
Cook turkey at 325 degrees F.
8 – 12 lb 3 – 3.5 hrs
12 – 14 lb 3.5- 4 hrs
14 – 18 lb 4 – 5 hrs
18 – 20 lb 4.5 – 5 hrs
20 – 24 lb 4.5 – 5.5 hrs

For unstuffed turnkey of the same weight reduce cooking time 15 to 40 minutes.

When thigh temperate is 180 degrees F, stuffing 165 F, turnkey should be done.

Test with a thermometer. Pop-up timers could give a false reading.

It is unsafe to cook whole turkeys at low temperatures for long time periods.  Bacteria can multiply rapidly and won’t be killed at that temperature. A standard method of cooking a turkey is at 325 degrees F, breast side up.

To enhance browning, basting the bird with a little oil, butter or pan drippings works well, and helps keep the meat moist.

When cooked remove from oven, cover with fresh foil. Remove stuffing.  Wait 10 –20 minutes before cutting.

At room temperature turkey can remain on table for up to 2 hours. After that, should be refrigerated. Leftover turkey can be kept for up to five days. Gravy and stuffing will keep for up to two days. Gravy should be reheated to boiling, stuffing reheated to165degrees.

Definitely use a resealable container if you’re freezing take-home food for another meal. Styrofoam cartons are essentially

designed to transport foods securely,  but they don’t provide an airtight environment that will preserve moistness, flavour and freshness.

As a general rule, reheat foods to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Test with a thermometer. Pop-up timers could give a false reading.

Food Information

In case you didn’t know: September is National Food Safety Education Month. Below are some good tips when handling food. For more information go; foodsafety.com

Always wash hands thoroughly before touching any food. Hand washing is especially important before, during and after handling raw fish, poultry or meat.

Avoid the potential for cross-contamination by using clean utensils for each food item you prepare. Knives used in the preparation of meat, fish or poultry can easily transfer bacteria to other foods you’re planning to prepare a little while later.

Cutting boards can also harbour bacteria, and these surfaces should be cleaned frequently.

Wash fresh fruit and vegetables under cold running water before preparation. Fruit and vegetables should be wrapped and stored in separate containers.

Fish, poultry and other meats should always be completely thawed before cooking begins. Thorough cooking is vital.

The centre of cooked hamburger patties should never be pink, and all juices should run clear. Cook hamburger and ribs to 160 degrees. Ground poultry should be cooked to 165 degrees. Marinade at the time of grilling. Never re-use marinades.

Pay attention to storage. Many take great care to prepare and cook foods properly, only to ignore storage recommendations. Ignoring food storage guidelines can easily result in food borne illness. Allowing foods to sit for several hours at room temperature provides adequate time for the growth of disease-causing bacteria.

Most people infected with E. coli O157:H7 develop diarrhoea (often bloody) and abdominal cramps 2-8 days (average of 3-4 days) after swallowing the organism, but some illnesses last longer and are more severe. Infection is usually diagnosed by culture of a stool sample. Most people recover within a week, but some develop a severe infection. A type of kidney failure called haemolytic ureic syndrome (HUS) can begin as the diarrhoea is improving; this can occur in people of any age but is most common in children under 5 years old and the elderly.

Symptoms of food poisoning include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever and abdominal cramps. Symptoms associated with food borne illness can appear anywhere from 30 minutes to two weeks after the eating of contaminated items. However, symptoms most often occur within four to 48 hours. Consult a physician immediately if you suspect food poisoning.

Wash your hands often in warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before and after every step in preparing or eating foods.

Keep non-food items — mail, newspapers, and purses — off counters and away from food and utensils.

Wash the kitchen counter carefully before and after food preparation.

Change towels and dishcloths often and wash them in the hot cycle of the washing machine. Sterilize sponges by rinsing the sponge and micro waving it for two minutes while wet. Be careful, the sponge will be hot.

If you have teenagers, or in fact any adult, impress on them the risks of driving while intoxicated. Statistics demonstrate drunk drivers cause many fatal road accidents.

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Myths, Lies and Propaganda about Exercise

By Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret.

Throughout my career in the military I have come across a variety of tall tales about eating and exercise. The extent of misinformation is so great that you’d think we were dealing with Cold War propaganda. If a lie is told frequently enough it is treated as the truth. Here are some of the myths, lies and propaganda about exercise.

Exercise MYTH # 1: The best time to exercise is in the morning, because it jump-starts your metabolism.

The TRUTH: Exercise anywhere, anytime.

The best time to exercise is the time that fits your schedule. That can be morning, noon or nighttime. The enemy wants to rob you of any thought of flexibility so that you just surrender and do not exercise enough. Morning exercise will expedite the wake-up process, and you will feel energized. Mid-day exercise will energize and refresh you and help you overcome that afternoon grogginess. Nighttime exercise is an amazing stress-management tool that will get that blood circulation back up so you are really infused with the energy to enjoy the evening much more. Any morning versus evening metabolism, difference is insignificant compared to the overall benefit of exercising. It is propaganda from the enemy. This myth is busted.

Exercise MYTH # 2: If you do not exercise, muscle will turn into fat.

The TRUTH: Muscle does not and cannot turn to fat.

What a bunch of hogwash! The Wizard of Oz may be able to turn muscle into fat, but that is a fairytale, and the Tooth Fairy will not be able to help you on this one! Snap out of it, Soldier! Fat cannot and does not turn to muscle, and muscle cannot and does not turn to fat! Here’s what does happen. You burn off fat and build muscle OR you lose muscle and gain fat. Get that other propaganda out of your head!

Exercise MYTH #3: Running a mile burns more calories than walking a mile. The TRUTH: Both running and walking a mile burn the same amount of calories.

We called in our mathematicians for this one. They looked at us with a grin and said, “Give us something challenging. This is a no-brainer.” Running one mile and walking one mile both burn 100 calories. Walking a mile takes longer and therefore results in a burn of the same amount of calories. So why run? Because it works that cardio and, if you are looking for a calorie burn, running will burn more calories in less time than walking. Ask a mathematician. It is true.

Exercise MYTH #4: You must exercise continuously for 30 to 40 minutes to benefit your heart.

The TRUTH: Every bit of exercise adds to a heart benefit.

The enemy wants you to subscribe to the self-defeating All-or-Nothing Principle. The All-or-Nothing Principle: “If I can’t exercise continuously for 30 to 40 minutes, I’m not going to do it at all.” We have been created to do what we CAN do. Research supports the fact that every bit of exercise accumulates to an overall health benefit. Conversely, every bit of sedentary lifestyle accumulates to damage your health and your heart.

Exercise MYTH #5: A good sweat results in extra weight-loss.

The TRUTH: A good sweat is a good sweat.

I will tell you what a good sweat is! It is a good sweat! A good sweat results in extra water loss, not fat weight-loss. Need I say more?

Exercise MYTH #6: If you are injured, you should not work out at all, in order to allow your injury to heal.

The TRUTH: Movement promotes healing.

My reliable agents in the field have uncovered a couple of sources of this myth. It is possible that liability concerns of the medical community will play a role in the propagation of this misinformation. The truth: Movement promotes healing as long as it is done safely and under the guidance of your physician. Now, here is a big test question for you. Why is physical therapy prescribed for injuries? Yeah, I know. I already gave you the answer: Movement promotes healing and the regeneration of tissue.

Exercise MYTH #7: Focusing on abdominal exercises will help me lose that belly fat.

The TRUTH: This inspired me to get poetic.

You can crunch all day.

You can crunch all night.

You can crunch at bedtime and by the moonlight.

You can crunch it up.

You can crunch it down.

There ain’t no way you’ll lose a pound.

No! Abdominal exercises do not target belly fat loss. Do not believe those gadget commercials and, by the way, there is no Tooth Fairy.

Exercise MYTH #8: Stretching before exercise is essential to prevent injury. The TRUTH: There is no conclusive evidence that stretching prevents injury.

This myth is designed by the enemy to keep you from getting down to business and focusing on your cardio and strength training. Too much emphasis on stretching! The cardio benefit of stretching is almost zero. There is no conclusive evidence that stretching is essential to prevent injury. In fact, there are studies that suggest that stretching actually increases the muscles’ susceptibility to injury, which – according to the studies – causes the muscle fibers to lengthen and destabilize the muscle during strength training. Mild stretching should not really be a problem. My recommendation: Warm up the body before stretching, or perform mild stretches until warmed up. Another option is to stretch briefly between sets.

Exercise MYTH #9: Never eat before a workout.

The TRUTH: Eat before your workout.

The enemy would like Americans to run out of energy and get weak. Now, if someone said to you, “We’re going take a drive. Make sure you don’t get gas,” I think I can visualize that look of astonishment on your face! Food is fuel, and you need it for your workout. However, do not overeat. If you have an evening workout, make sure that lunch is not the last meal you had. In addition, if you do not have time to get a decent meal, eat a banana, a sports shake or an energy bar. There is no excuse for not getting some good-quality nourishment in preparation for a good-quality workout.

Exercise MYTH #10: Strength training with weights will make women bulk up.

The TRUTH: No! Strength training will not bulk women up.

The enemy wants to keep our women weak. Do not let it happen! Ladies, you will not bulk up with strength training. Most women’s bodies do not produce enough testosterone to become bulky like those big guys on TV. Proper strength training will enhance your appearance and strength. In addition, if you are still concerned, just concentrate on doing high reps. That strategy is very healthy for your muscles because you will also be increasing your muscle endurance and not just your muscle strength.

Exercise MYTH #11: You should only start strength training after losing excess weight.

The TRUTH: Strength training is great for weight-loss.

Here we go again. The longer the enemy can delay an American getting on an exercise program, the greater the chances of defeat and another healthy lifestyle will be shot down by a myth before it even takes off. Movement is always healthy as long as you are not hurting yourself. Of course, in the beginning, exercise may very well hurt your feelings. If you feel that coming on, just go to my website NoMoreCryBabies.com. Strength training is a definite plus when you are in the process of losing excess weight. Cardio is also essential. Just follow that principle of doing what you can do, and do not forget to say to yourself and others how much fun you are having.

Exercise MYTH #12: If you do not exercise hard and often, it is a waste of time.

The TRUTH: All exercise benefits your health.

The human body was created for movement and not a sedentary lifestyle. Every bit of exercise you can integrate into your daily life will enhance your health and wellbeing. It is a myth that you must exercise hard and often to reap any health benefits. Eat right; exercise regularly; think predominantly positive thoughts; focus on those worthy life goals; focus on leaving your mark on this earth by serving others and benefiting your fellow man and woman. That is a recipe for a healthy life.

Exercise MYTH #13: You will burn more fat if you exercise longer and keep your heart rate in the “fat burning” range.

The TRUTH: You will burn more fat when you increase the intensity.

It is time for math class, again. Yes, it is true that the percentage of fat you are burning with a low-intensity workout is higher than a more intense workout with a heightened heart rate. Nevertheless, here is the fatal math error. With a low-intensity workout, you are burning fewer calories. With a high-intensity workout, you are burning, overall, more calories and are therefore burning more fat, even though the percentage of fat burn is decreased. This means that all those treadmills with those fat burn indicators are not only robbing you of a calorie burn, but are also robbing you of a good cardio and strength-training workout.

Forget those gadgets that measure your heart rate, and get back in touch with your body by using what is called perceived exertion. You can tell whether your workout is light, medium, hard, very hard, or brutal. Use that as a gauge. In addition, remember: You want to get your heart rate up, to improve your cardiovascular condition. Otherwise, those disease-related enemy soldiers will be knocking at your door.

Exercise MYTH #14: You must stay away from strength training while trying to lose weight, since it will cause you to bulk up.

The TRUTH: All exercise, both cardio and strength training, is essential during a weight-loss program.

This one may tie in with the other myth that fat can turn to muscle. All exercise, both cardio and strength training, is essential during a weight-loss program. If you do not

CONTENTS

GRANDMA’S BAKED HAM AND APPLES

BEEF AND POTATO CAKES

AUNT PAT’S BUTTER TARTS

GRANDMA’S WHIPPED SHORT BREAD COOKIES

FOOD INFORMATION

LIGHTSIDE

CLEANING TIPS

HAVING A PARTY

BAR MIXES, DRINKS

GRANDMA’S BAKED HAM AND APPLES

2 large slices of ham steak

2 teaspoons…….(10 ml)…….prepared mustard

4 tablespoons…..(60 ml)…….brown sugar

2 tart apples

1 ½ cups……….(375 ml)……apple juice

Place the ham in baking dish and rub with mustard.  Sprinkle
with 2 tablespoons (30 ml), of brown sugar.  Core the apple
and cut into thin slices.  Cover the ham with the apple slices
and sprinkle with rest of brown sugar.  Add apple juice. Bake
at 300 F, (150 C), for 30 minutes or until tender.

YIELD:  4-5 servings.

TIME:  40 minutes.

Beef And Potato Cakes
You can use ground meat if desired.  A treat for children.
8 oz. Beef.
8 oz. Potatoes.
1 small 2-3 inch onion chopped finely.
1 egg yolk.
Dark soy sauce.
1 teaspoon salt.
Cook the potatoes and mash.  Mix in egg yolk and salt.  Chop onion finely, brown with 1 tablespoon oil, add ground meat.  Brown for 4 minutes.  Add soy sauce and mix the batch with the potatoes.  Shape into balls the size of golf balls, flatten into cakes.  Heat the cooking pan. Grease lightly with oil, use medium heat to brown the cakes, turn to brown both sides.  If you have a electric skillet set temperature at 340.  When automatic control light blinks, turn cakes over.

AUNT PAT’S FAVOURITE BUTTER TARTS

1/3-cup ….(80 ml) ………..butter

1-cup…….(250 ml)………. brown sugar

2 tablespoons.(30 ml)……….milk or cream

1/3 cup……(80 ml)………..currants

1 egg beaten well

1 teaspoon…(5 ml)………………….vanilla

Mix all ingredients together.  Put in unbaked tart shells. 
Bake at 450 F, (230 C), for 8 minutes.  Turn down to 350 F,
(175 C), and cook until brown.

GRANDMA’S WHIPPED SHORT BREAD COOKIES

1 pound………………….(500 g)…………………….butter or margarine
3 cups…………………….(750 ml)……………………flour
1 cup……………………….(250 ml)………………..icing sugar

Beat with mixer until creamy.  Drop on cookie sheet and bake
at 350 F, (175 C), until slightly brown.
YIELD: makes approximately 5 dozen cookies
CALORIES: approximately 80 calories per cookie
TIME: 1 hour (includes cooking and cleaning time)

FOOD INFORMATION

“Power outages can occur at any time of the year and it often takes from a few hours to several days for electricity to be restored to residential areas,” said USDA Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Richard Raymond. “Foods stored in freezers and refrigerators can become unsafe in just a few hours if bacteria begin to grow and if these foods are consumed, people can become very sick.”

Steps to follow to prepare for a possible weather emergency:
Keep an appliance thermometer in the refrigerator and freezer. An appliance thermometer will indicate the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer in case of a power outage and help determine the safety of the food.

Make sure the freezer is at or below 0° F and the refrigerator is at or below 40° F.

Freeze containers of water for ice to help keep food cold in the freezer, refrigerator or coolers after the power is out.
Plan ahead and know where dry ice and block ice can be purchased.

LIGHTSIDE
Jack said to the bartender, “pour me a double, just had another fight with my wife.”

“oh yeah?” said the bartender, “and how did this one end.”

“When it was over,” replied Jack, “she came to me on her hands and knees.”  “Wow!” Said the bartender, “Now that’s a switch! What did she say?”

She said, “Come out from under the bed, you little chicken.”

CLEANING TIPS
Before washing, it is essential that all stains be removed. 
Sometimes Soap or hot water will set a stain and make its removal
impossible.

WARNING:  DO NOT MIX BLEACH AND AMMONIA TOGETHER, THE FUMES CAN
BE DEADLY.
Commercial cleaning supplies can aggravate your allergies and
have long terms effects on your health. You can save on your
house-cleaning bill with very good results using less toxic
substances.

Ø Ammonia – cuts grease, cleans windows, Strip wax off floors.
Ø Baking soda – cleans, deodorizes, polishes, and removes stains.
Ø Bleach – whitens practically anything, removes mould and
mildew.
Ø Cornstarch – cleans and deodorizes carpets and rugs.

*Rug Stains: Use a solution of half water, half white vinegar.
Shirt or blouse stain:  Just a little of water and cornstarch
will remove.
*Grass stains: Dampen stain with cold water, and rub with plain
bar soap. (One without moisturizers).  The stain should come
right out.  Then wash normally.
*Toilet bowl:  use tang, or sprinkle baking soda into the bowl.
Drizzle with vinegar.  Scour with toilet brush.  Cleans and
deodorizes

Berry Stain: Place the stained part over a pot and pour boiling
water over it from a height of about 2 feet so as to strike the stain with force.  Plunge the stained part up and down in the hot water until the stain is removed. If stain is persistent, use Janelle water.

Peach Stains: are not easy to remove.  Be careful not to wipe
hands with peach-stains on a good napkin, towel or apron.  Stretch stain over a pot of hot water and apply Janelle water with a medicine-dropper. Do not allow it remain too long in contact with the fibres.  Janelle water rots even cotton and linen.  Apply oxalic-acid solution to neutralize the alkali and rinse thoroughly in hot water. Several applications may be necessary.

Tea And Coffee Stains.
Follow the same procedures as for berry stains above.

Blood and Meat-Juice.
Never put in hot water as that sets the stain.  Soak at once in
cold water.  Rub with soap and wash. A paste of raw starch mixed with cold water will remove these stains on flannel, blankets, and heavy goods. Repeat until stain disappears.

Egg-Stain:

Wash in cold water, then warm water and soap.

Mix 50-50 water, white vinegar.  Great for stubborn carpet
stains.

HAVING A PARTY?
If you’re having a party, provide food with drinks.
Offer non-alcoholic substitutes such as fruit, soft drinks.

2 drinks taken within an hour by a person 100 pounds produces a
075 reading.  One drink is equal to about 1.5 oz. of whisky or 2
bottles of beer. The rate of elimination for each hour after
drinking has stopped is 015.  A 200 pound person, after 1 drink
produces a reading of .019, so you can see there is a big difference due to weight.

As a host it is your duty to make sure no one leaves your party
impaired.  Have some one drive them home.

BAR MIXES
John McClain

1 ½ oz scotch

I teaspoon syrup

A few dashes of Angostura bitters
combine with ice; shake.
Strain and add ice.

Java Cooler

1 ½ oz. gin

1 ½ teaspoon lemon juice

A few dashes of angostura bitters

Tonic water

Add the limejuice, bitters, and gin over ice.
Stir well, fill with tonic.

Apple Cocktail

½ ounce applejack

½ ounce apple cider

¼ ounce gin

¼ ounce brandy

Shake with ice cubes.  Strain into chilled cocktail glass.

Fresh Fruit Punch

8 ounces apiece of orange juice, pineapple juice, and
grapefruit juice.

1 bottle ginger ale.

Sugar to taste.

Combine the juices with the sugar.  Stir until the sugar is
dissolved and refrigerate.  Add the ginger ale plus chunks of
ice before serving.

 Article Source:  Bruce Chambers sold his printing, publishing, mail order business and retired in 1980. He came on the Internet in 2003. He researched for 1 year, and then started a free monthly Internet marketing report, plus free monthly recipes, bar mixes, tips newsletters. At present he resells from his website.  You can subscribe to either or both free newsletters by going to his web site. Please visit: http://www.cbestbuys.com/

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