3 Things you Can Do for your Healthy Diet

Bakery | 16.09.2010 18:22 | No Comments

“3 Things you can do for Your Healthy Diet.”

1. Choose whole fresh foods, with nutritional value. Avoid processed food products. Don’t just avoid processed and refined white bread, but also limit enriched whole wheat bread, which is loaded with processed nutrients and preservatives. Fresh whole grain bread from a bakery would be better, while a dish of cooked wheat berries would be filled with advanced nutrients.

2. Eat less. There’s no getting around one of the most healthful and effective ways to lose weight, “lower your calorie intake”. To lose weight you need to consume fewer calories than you burn, portion control is a must. To safely lose weight, reduce your calorie intake by 250 to 500 calories per day — anything greater can leave you hungry and more apt to eat food that is unhealthy.

Tip: When you restrict the number of calories your eating, it can most difficult thing for you to do. Try substituting quality for quantity. Choose organic whole foods, you will need less to feel satisfied longer.

3. Choose Greens. Vegetables should make up a large part of your nutritious diet. Antioxidants in fresh produce have a powerful effect against the free radicals in our bodies. Also, since vegetables (especially leafy ones) are low in carbohydrates, eating a plant-based diet helps you eat fewer calories overall. Include as many different colors and varieties of fruits and vegetables in your diet to maintain your healh.

Make sure to stay hydrated!

Drinking enough water is crucial for you to achieve optimal digestion, absorption, circulation and waste excretion. Don’t underestimate the importance of drinking water for weight loss.

Often we misinterpret thirst as hunger. By drinking enough water throughout the day, you will avoid false hunger pangs and be able to more know if it’s true hunger. Staying hydrated fights fatigue, gives you more energy so you will stick with your exercise plan.

Tip: Carry a water bottle with you wherever you go!

Natural Nutritional supplement;

While your focus should be on getting nutrition from whole foods rather than relying on supplements, ensuring basic nutritional support through a few well-chosen supplements is a reasonable way to stay healthy. Begin with a high-quality multivitamin and mineral combination, and choose a brand that doesn’t contain fillers, binders, coloring agents, gluten or lactose.

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How Dog Food May Affect Your Pet?s Health

Bakery | 15.09.2010 11:49 | No Comments

After starting a business focused on healthy dog products Distinctive Dog (www.distinctivedog.com), a new world opened up regarding the state of dog nutrition and what manufacturers do not tell consumers.

There is much debate when it comes to dog food, treats and pet nutrition. In the wild, dogs inherently hunted and consumed animals and plants. Their digestive systems were designed to break down raw meat while the enzymes present in the meat aided the digestion process.

Today, most domesticated dogs eat processed kibble containing primarily grains and refined protein sources. Once the meat source is removed, the remaining ingredients are mostly unnatural for the pet. Wheat, barley, rice, corn and oats are all man-raised crops that a dog would never eat in the wild. So how have dogs adapted to a diet consisting mostly of grains and processed protein sources?

To begin with, dogs are highly allergy prone animals. Wheat, corn, soy and barley are common culprits of allergies in dogs. The most interesting factor here is that most of these substances are not contained in the dog’s natural food chain.

Corn is an inferior protein source and some experts contend that the dog’s liver must work overtime to extract useable protein, which in the process produces excess nitrates. These nitrates place extra strain on the liver and as some veterinarians will say, is one cause of premature aging.

Wheat, soy, barley and white rice have very little nutritional value and are used by manufacturers to squeeze more profit out of their products. As a fun experiment, place your dog’s dry food in water for about 10 minutes.  If it swells dramatically, it probably contains high amounts of these grains.

There are a variety of theories on the affects of processed dog food and dog treats on our pets. Veterinarian John B. Symes writes and speaks on the affects of gluten, casin from cow’s milk, corn and soy on otherwise healthy dogs. He is a “recovered” celiac and believes these substances are blocking nutrient absorption during the dog’s digestion process.

Many of these ingredients are used as filler in commercial dog food and when mixed with water, create a sticky substance. Symes points out that the dog’s digestive tract is not designed to break down these materials and the resulting partially-digested sticky material coats the intestines, blocking absorption of essential nutrients.

“Imagine that a German shepherd puppy begins eating a wheat, barley, corn, or soy-based diet from the moment it is weaned. If inadequate levels of calcium and vitamin C are absorbed, what are the chances that its hips, elbows, spine, and other cartilaginous structures are going to form properly? I would say “Not good”. Most people familiar with dogs know that this breed has a reputation for horrible hip dysplasia. But, they also have serious allergies and other immune-related disorders. This, of course, is no coincidence. Once it is understood that the allergies form in the area of the gut that is being damaged or coated by the ‘glue’, it is easy to see why the trouble breeds like the German Shepherd, Cocker Spaniel, Shih Tzu, and others have their ‘genetic’ tendencies such as allergic skin and ear problems, orthopedic abnormalities, intervertebral disc ruptures, and cancers,” contends Symes.

Another way dog food and treat manufacturers cut costs is through the protein sources. Most dog foods contain protein sources labeled as “meal”, “digest” or “by-product”. These ingredients contain meat sources that are deemed unsuitable for human consumption. Rendering plants process dead animal and other matter for animal feed, and yes pet food. With virtually no government regulation, these often contaminated protein sources pass as our dog’s dinner.

One regulation on the books was written in the National Research Council’s 1974 publication, The Nutrient Requirement of Dogs. It states that all mammals (except humans) are legally allowable “meat” for rendering as long as they are not decayed. Some states have passed an additional standard excluding dying, dead, disabled, or diseased tissues.

Deborah Lynn Dadd in her book The Nontoxic Home and Office: Protecting Yourself and Your Family form Everyday Toxins and Hazards states, “Each year about 116,000 mammals and nearly 15 million birds are condemned before slaughter. After killing, another 325,000 carcasses are discarded and more than 5.5 million major parts are cut away because they are determined to be diseased. Shockingly, 140,000 tons of poultry is condemned annually, mainly from cancer. The diseased animals that cannot be sold are processed into animal feed.

Now, there is no way to substantiate the claims but I do know that there is no real way to truly know what these ingredients actually contain. In addition, the food is processed at extremely high temperatures during the rendering process which kills much of the nutritional value that may have been present.

When we begin to examine our dog’s diet, one only wonders why dogs are prone to allergies and health issues. William D. Cusick, author of Canine Nutrition & Choosing the Best Food for Your Dog states that nations with generations of dogs raised on commercial pet food have experienced canine longevity decreases up to 50 percent. In addition they have recorded increases in cancers, reproductive complications and other health issues. Hypothesized reasons include environmental pollution, pesticides, vaccinations, urbanization, fluoridated water and commercial pet food.

Cusick furthers his point by stating that in identical environments, humans have increased life expectancy while dogs have decreased. Moreover, in countries where commercial dog food is unavailable these decreases have not been documented. This point cannot be overstated. It points to the dire need for structured research to substantiate the empirical evidence and governmental regulation within the pet food industry.

Today there is no way to concretely determine the health consequences of commercial dog food and grain based diets. As a result of these concerns, many people choose to feed their dogs a Bones and Raw Food diet (BARF). These holistic diets provide a diet closest to what dogs eat in the wild. Our pet’s stomachs are designed to process raw meat and they receive live enzymes not present in cooked food.

Another option is home cooked meals. This can be a tricky option because some human food can be toxic for our pets. A good book on the subject is Home-Prepared Dog & Cat Diets: the Healthful Alternative by Dr. Donald Strombeck. Dog nutrition is different than human nutrition, so I recommend you check with your veterinarian before considering either a BARF or home-prepared diet.

At the very minimum, read and understand pet food labels and ingredients. Ingredient labels are listed in order of quantity. Locate products with minimal levels of wheat or wheat by-products, corn, soy or barley. These are fillers that can adversely affect your dog’s digestive system and if your dog is allergic, they can cause itchy and flakey skin, dull coat and hair loss. These grains should never be listed as the primary ingredient in your dog’s food. Also, understand protein sources and ensure that the protein sources you are providing your pet are high quality and not from rendered sources.

As a general rule of thumb, do not look for quality pet food at your local grocery store or pet store chain.  Specialty pet stores often have greater expertise and can help you find the right food for your pet. If you are looking for healthy dog treats, many companies including Distinctive Dog Bakery (www.distinctivedog.com), offer home baked dog treats free from wheat gluten, soy, corn and other harmful ingredients.

Lastly, consider supplementing your dog’s diet with enzymes and probiotics. Probiotics are friendly bacteria that help in digestion and the absorption of nutrients. They prevent harmful bacteria from growing and causing problems including gas, diarrhea and vomiting. Enzymes help complement probiotics during the digestion process. Adding an enzyme-probiotic mix to your dog’s diet can improve digestion, create better hair coats and increase immune function.

Things You Should Know and Do if You Have a Food Intolerance

Bakery | 14.09.2010 23:51 | No Comments

Things You Should Know and Do if You Have a Food IntoleranceDo you think you might have a food intolerance? Well, you wouldn’t be alone.  There are claims that anywhere between 40% and 70% of the population suffer from at least one food intolerance.  The symptoms can be rather vague: intestinal upset, fatigue, headaches, and some reactions that seem more allergic than anything else.   They can also show up hours or even days after consuming the problem food, making it very difficult to identify the cause of your ailments.  To be sure of what you’re dealing with, seek the help of a physician.  Let your doctor know what your body is experiencing.  He or she can then refer you to a nutritionist or other food intolerance specialist to ensure that you’re getting all the nutrients your body needs.Wheat and lactose intolerance are common complaints. There are special tests that can be used to determine whether a person suffers from these conditions. If wheat intolerance is detected, you should also be checked for celiac disease, or gluten intolerance, since gluten is a wheat protein.Of course, any intolerance will require adjustments in the way you eat. Be sure to inform your friends and family of your diagnosis so they can plan meals appropriately. Caretakers and schools should be informed if a child is found to have a food intolerance.What changes can you make to ensure that you or your loved ones are safe from problem foods and substances? First, become a great food label reader! Every country in the European Union is required to display certain nutritional facts on prepackaged food labels. These foods must be clearly marked if they contain certain ingredients in concentrations higher than 10 mg/kg or liter. These ingredients are tree nuts, peanuts, seafood, milk, eggs, fish, gluten, soya, celery, sesame seeds, mustard, sulphites, and lupin.It’s best to check the ingredients of everything you purchase prepackaged. Please note that foods which are not prepackaged, like most deli or bakery items, aren’t subject to the same labeling requirements. If your intolerance is severe, you should avoid foods that might be exposed to other foods you’re susceptible to during preparation.You can also look for supermarket lists or specialty stores that sell foods which are free from certain problematic ingredients. Wheat, gluten, and dairy-free alternatives are becoming easier to find as there is more awareness about these intolerances. And some of them are really delicious! Of course, you could always go online to look for the foods you need.  It’s easy to find nutritional information that way. Just be sure to check the labels as well, since recipes can change without warning.   The web is also a great source for recipes that are “free from” whatever it is you need to avoid.   Honestly, it doesn’t have to be difficult!Find more information about food intolerances, allergies, and home tests at http://www.foodintolerancenews.com

Panasonic Yd Sd250 Breadmaker- Review

Bakery | 13.09.2010 17:46 | No Comments

“If breadmaking is new to you, Panasonic’s Automatic Bread Maker for you. It’s effortless to make a remarkable loaf of bread with the Panasonic Bread Maker.The buttons are easy to use, and you can utilize the bread maker to make gluten free, whole grain, multigrain or French bread, or even bake pizza dough or use the breadmaker on a bake-only program.Thanks to the separate yeast dispenser, you can just put in all the ingredients at the beginning without concerning yourself about maintaining seperate layers. Then at the proper time to guarantee that your bread is risen just right, the yeast is automatically added. Regular bread-machine users might be let down that the instrument panel does not signal at what stage in the process the machine is, and that there are no programmable selections for your own recipes. Yet, there is a ‘dough only’ setting that allows you to utilise the machine to mix and knead your recipes, then remove them after the first rise and shape them to bake in a conventional oven. Another complaint some bakers note is Panasonic’s effort to establish their own special loaf sizes. They use ‘Medium’, ‘Large’, and ‘Extra Large’. There was no description of loaf sizes in the instruction book. Thankfully all it took was one contact to Panasonic’s customer care department to clear up the mystery. It is as simple as the Panasonic’s loaf sizes corresponding with the three most commmon loaf sizes practiced by other companies, 1.5 lb, 2 lb, and 2.5 lb.Granted the instructions are helpful, the recipes can be trying. A few of the ingredient measurements call for very unique increments like 3 9/16 cup of flour since the measurements are attempting to change over from ounces. The ounce measures are also given. Investing in a kitchen scale would be smart when looking for the most accurate measurements., The Panasonic Automatic Bread Maker sells for about $140, making it an affordable alternative for simple home-baked bread. According to reviews, the Panasonic SD-YD250 is the best mid cost bread bread machine, priced right in between the top of the line Zojirushi BBCC-X20 Home Bakery(*Est. $200) and the low end Sunbeam 5891 Bread Machine(*Est. $55). Reviewers say it’s a sturdy, versatile breadmaker that is simple to use and quiet. The Panasonic bread machine makes typical store like loaves, which many bakers choose instead of the vertical loaves baked by other models. Although the Panasonic breadmaker does not offer custom-make settings like the Zojirushi machine, many people don’t are not irritated because of this. The greatest curiosity is that the Panasonic does not offer an observation window while most others do. The durability of the Panasonic machine is shown by bakers who indicate that they have baked with their bread makers for years, as well as because of the comparatively limited complaints of poor quality.Greater than 525 customers have ranked the Panasonic SD-YD250 bread maker at Amazon.com and over 70 have posted at Epinions.com, giving a valuable gauge of overall user gratification. At fan website bestbreadmakerreviews.com, the editors offer a one-page review of the Panasonic bread machine, where they discuss its features and repute. I sincerely hope you go and invest in one of the great bread machines. My complete home has completely enjoyed the bread me bake in ours. If you require a effortless answer to homemade bread, do yourself a favor, buy the Panasonic Breadmaker.”

Breadman Breadmakers Reviews

Bakery | 12.09.2010 12:03 | No Comments

The TR 875 Breadman Breadmaker

Product Description

Breadman 2lb stainless bread maker with gluten free cycle and LCD display. Bakes one 1 1/2 and 2 pound horizontal loaf; 100% whole wheat cycle and fruit and nut add in beep; LCD display for easy reading; Super rapid cycle; Non stick loaf pan; Pasta jam and pizza dough cycles; Pause feature; Detachable lid for easy cleaning.

 

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Review 1

After 3 months – using this device every other day – I have to express my admiration for how well designed and practical it is. I have particular admiration for how intuitive the time setup is for delayed baking – which is just about the only kind we do. Waking up to the smell of fresh bread baking has been a nice addition to our lives. But it all comes down to the bread, and – so far – the TR875 has been a solid performer. I would buy another one of these in a heartbeat.

Review 2

I recently received this for Christmas and it is wonderful! The bread is delicious and the breadman is so easy to use. I recommend this to anyone who loves to bake but hates to work hard to get delicious results!

 

 Breadman TR2500BC Ultimate Plus 2-Pound Stainless-Steel Convection Breadmaker

Fall in love with your favorite breads and baked goods all over again! The TR2500BC bread machine features 16 unique baking functions in 3 loaf sizes–1, 1.5, and 2-pound–plus light, medium, and dark crust control. You can make all your favorite breads, dough, and even jams with ease, including low carb and gluten free. The patented automatic fruit and nut dispenser means no more waiting around, while convection technology ensures even cooking and professional results.

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Features

Product Description

Bring Home the Bakery! Fall in love with your favorite breads and baked goods all over again! Featuring 16 unique baking functions in 3 loaf sizes – 1, 1.5 & 2 lb. – plus light, medium and dark crust control, you can make all your favorite breads, dough and even jams with ease – including low carb and gluten free! Our patented automatic fruit & nut dispenser means no more waiting around, while convection technology ensures even cooking and professional results. Please Note: When delivered, kneading paddle may be attached to the power cord of the bread maker.

Review

I would recommend this product. During the past two weeks, I have made various yeast and batter breads and had no problems whatsoever. I have never used a bread machine before, or baked yeast bread in an oven. I find the TR2500BC simple to use and easy to clean. My bread loaves have come out just fine. I suspect the key to good bread making is to read the instruction manual a few times before you use it (particularly if you have no prior bread machine experience). As well, level measures of the ingredients and layering the ingredients as recommended by the manufacturer help.

Breadman TR2700 Stainless-Stainless Programmable Convection Bread Maker

Product Description

Wake up to the smell of freshly baked bread with this programmable breadmaker. The unit bakes 1-, 1-1/2-, and 2-pound horizontal loaves and can handle any favorite recipe–from cinnamon raisin, honey wheat, rosemary, and cranberry oat to hearty rye, cheesy onion focaccia, and classic French bread, even cinnamon rolls for breakfast or dinner rolls for the evening meal. The machine features a user-friendly control panel with Mylar buttons and an easy-to-read digital display. Choose from over 100 baking options, 16 settings including low carb and gluten free, and the preferred crust color–light, medium, or dark. The unit also provides a delay timer up to 24 hours, a 10-minute random pause control, a one-hour keep-warm cycle that keeps bread warm without over-baking, and instant recall in the event of a power failure. Other thoughtful design details include an automatic fruit and nut dispenser, a viewing window, a convection fan for excellent baking results, and convenient side carrying handles. Avoid the use of metal utensils with the removable baking pan, which should be washed by hand in order to protect its nonstick surface. Attractively housed in stainless steel with black accents, the breadmaker measures 18-3/5 by 11-1/5 by 15 inches.

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The Breadman is more than just a Bread Maker. It will help you create your own healthier world. The Breadman will give you and your family an endless, delicious variety of fresh breads.

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Long Review but it relates to a few Breadman breadmakers

 

Have been a breadmaker my entire life. There is nothing like the smell of baking bread as you walk in the door, especially on a cold winter day. The evolution of the bread machine was exciting for me. I remember the first bread machines with the tall, horizontal loaf pan that was somewhat less than exciting. Then, the “horizontal” loaf appeared. I own two of the first Breadman machines, TR845 with the horizontal loaf and as a “basic breadmaker” those are terrific. They are sturdy, relatively quiet for a breadmaker and the pan secures itself well within the machine. This model does not have all the cycles of more current models and it does not automatically add ingredients as do the TR2500, or Tr2700. However, it does offer a signal “beep” when to add ingredients such as raisons, or cranberries. I love to bake bread and give it away. I often have four bread makers going at the same time during a holiday.

Last year I purchased the Breadman TR2500, Stainless and Black. Initially I was quite pleased with the performance. However, after several uses I did have problems with the bread pan releasing from the holders on each side requiring a bending and adjusting of the snap in prongs of both the pan and the breadmaker itself. I think this is because the stainless steel on the inside isn’t quite as strong as with simple steel of the past models I have used. I LOVE THE COVECTION FEATURE. The first thing I noticed about adding convection to a breadmaker was the crust. The entire crust of the bread, not only the top is VERY CRISPY. For those of you who love to cut off the heel of a fresh loaf of bread and smear with butter, this is a dream (of course the heel is still the best part of the loaf). Now, I just acquired the newer model which is a TR2700. I have not had the problem with the pan coming loose from the holders in the machine as of yet and the inside is similar in construction to the TR2500? Both the TR2500 and the TR2700 make quite a bit more noise during the kneading cycles which I think is due to the stainless steel construction vs. steel and plastic which I don’t think conduct noise as well. Still, the TR2700 is still top notch and well worth the money if you love to make bread and would use it frequently. ONE TIP ON ALL BREADMACHINES.

 

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Gluten/Dairy/Sugar Free – 5 Reasons to Avoid These Foods

Bakery | 20.09.2009 14:05 | No Comments