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Beautifully Hand Sculptured Salt Dough Products

Posted on November 2nd, 2011 by Jeanne  |  Comments Off

Rediscover this old folk art which was practised by ancient civilisations thousands of years ago. Read the rest of this entry »

Making Good Choices in Difficult Places. Part 2

Posted on October 14th, 2011 by Jeanne  |  Comments Off

Tips

Blot your bacon with a napkin to remove some of the oil. (This is a good practice for all grease-laden food!) Ask your server if they have turkey-based bacon or sausage. Skip the meat (and the fat and nitrites) altogether. Ask to substitute fresh fruit or low-fat yogurt. Restaurants are becoming more aware of customers’ need of healthy alternatives. Some are now offering these kinds of substitutions.

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Making Good Choices in Difficult Places. Part 1

Posted on October 14th, 2011 by Jeanne  |  Comments Off

Restaurants are some of the most difficult places to follow a low-fat diet. They lure us inside with large servings and tempt us with buttery dishes. But eating out does not have to be a disaster. Think through your options, ask for what you want, and make good choices.

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