MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'cheese'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:55:38 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069532&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F26%2Four-expectation-affects-food-likes-and-dislikes%2F How we taste can be dramatically affected by suggestions and expectations. Does pouring plain old tap water into fancy bottles make it taste better?  Yes.  At least in it did in a Penn & Teller episode on bottled water (please watch this video- very entertaining).  Penn & Teller went inside a southern California restaurant that featured a water sommelier that dispensed extravagant water menus to the patrons. The patrons had no idea that all of the fancy bottles of water were filled with the same water from a water hose in the back of the restaurant. Patrons were willing to pay $7.00 a bottle for L’eau Du Robinet (French for faucet water), Agua de Culo (Spanish for ass water), and Amazone (filtered through the Brazilian rainforest’s natural filtration system). How do cues pri... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069532 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:32:06 +0100 5069532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4472980&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F13%2Fwho-moved-my-cheese-keep-moving-the-cheese%2F Human beings are creatures of habit, which is why Spencer Johnson sold more than ten million copies of his book, Who Moved My Cheese?. Business executives sit down to PowerPoint presentations based on it, and depressed patients watch the Who Moved My Cheese? video during group therapy in hospital psychiatric units across the country. (Who would have thought corporate America and psych ward programs had so much in common?) The story is about two mice, Sniff and Scurry, and two “Littlepeople,” Hem and Haw, who live in a maze of cheese stations, some filled with cheese and others empty. When Cheese Station C runs out of cheese, the two mice immediately search the maze for other cheese stations, while Hem and Haw overanalyze their situation, convinced that one day the old cheese wi... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4472980 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 11:17:40 +0100 4472980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4445778&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FFRjDzJyzXlE%2F By Walter OlsonThis weekend the Washington Post and New York Times took a closer look at a development mentioned in this space a while back and in a related Cato audio, namely growing federal pressure on small producers of artisan and farmstead cheeses. Here's the Post: ....artisanal cheesemakers, and their boosters in the local-food movement, say they are being unfairly targeted. They say the FDA does not understand their craft and is trying to impose standards better suited for industrial food companies. ... Listeria is ubiquitous in the environment, but the FDA has a zero-tolerance rule for it in ready-to-eat food such as cheese. If the bacteria are present, the food is considered adulterated and cannot be sold. Some countries, including cheese-loving France, tolerate minute amounts of ... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4445778 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 20:36:36 +0100 4445778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4324865&cid=t_116961_129_f&fid=39065&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fgluten-freesimplicity%2FGNKb%2F%7E3%2FwE3m1XziFNA%2F Luckily I got chunks of Aged Cheese, Larabars, and Sliced Roast Beef to see me through mornings at motels when the “Complimentary Breakfast Bar” is (sometimes) stocked with ONLY Gluten-Contaminated items. This is a poweful invitation to gluten relapse. The McD’s is just around the corner. But I know if I go there for breakfast, I am more likely to relapse. And I really don’t need that. Add this to 100 bookmarks Share this on Bebo Submit this to Bitacoras Share this on Blinklist Engage with this article! Blog this on Blogger Mark this on BlogMarks Share this on BobrDobr Add this to BonzoBox Add this link to Box.net Share this via Buzzster! Subscribe to the co... Gluten-Free Simplicity blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4324865 Sat, 08 Jan 2011 15:33:26 +0100 4324865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4207281&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2Fx-O6LxE-TaI%2F By Walter OlsonLast week the New York Times reported on the story of Estrella Family Creamery, an award-winning, very-small-scale producer of raw milk farmstead cheeses in Montesano, Wash. The family faces a Food and Drug Administration ban on its products because the food pathogen listeria has been found in its facilities; when it expressed defiance, the FDA proceeded to stage a raid to seize its entire cheese stock. It’s not easy to sort out how large a health risk may be involved (listeria, a widely disseminated form of bacteria, poses a real danger of food poisoning, but no actual illness has been traced to Estrella cheese). I was struck, in any event, by these paragraphs from the Times account: “If the F.D.A. wanted to shut down the U.S. artisan cheese industry, all they’d ... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4207281 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 23:29:39 +0100 4207281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197295&cid=t_116961_135_f&fid=35247&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmyjourneywithaids.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F24%2Fbalderson-cemetery-revisited%2F I like visiting cemeteries, at least on those occasions when I am not there in mourning.  ‘Twas ever thus, be it the Protestant cemetery two blocks from our church in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Elmwood Cemetery in  Perth where several Chaplins (and even an older, related “Chaplain”) are buried and, much more often recently, Scotch Line Cemetery on [...] (Source: My journey with AIDS) My journey with AIDS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197295 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 09:10:19 +0100 4197295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4172127&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=36089&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthesituationist.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F16%2Fnews-about-the-captured-situation-of-food-policy%2F From the New York Times: Domino’s Pizza was hurting early last year. Domestic sales had fallen, and a survey of big pizza chain customers left the company tied for the worst tasting pies. Then help arrived from an organization called Dairy Management. It teamed up with Domino’s to develop a new line of pizzas with 40 percent more cheese, and proceeded to devise and pay for a $12 million marketing campaign. Consumers devoured the cheesier pizza, and sales soared by double digits. “This partnership is clearly working,” Brandon Solano, the Domino’s vice president for brand innovation, said in a statement to The New York Times. But as healthy as this pizza has been for Domino’s, one slice contains as much as two-thirds of a day’s maximum recommended amount of saturated fat, which... The Situationist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4172127 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 04:01:16 +0100 4172127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4168228&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36994&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition-news.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F11%2Fchritmas-is-coming-yanks-are-getting.html Planeat the movie - Finally the truth about food and healthGot fat?: "Annual cheese consumption in the United States has grown from 11 pounds per person in 1970 to 33 pounds per person now, which may help explain the rise in obesity and related illnesses. Dairy Management supports this troubling trend by encouraging fast-food restaurants to market new products laden with high-fat cheese. Its efforts include helping Domino's develop extra-cheese pizzas containing two-thirds of the daily recommended amount of saturated fat per slice, according to a recent story in the New York Times.""A copy of Planeat the movie needs to be given to every member of the US Senate - at least then they can't say 'we didn't realise'" says London Nutritionist Yvonne Bishop-WestonNutritionists London (Source: Heal... Healthy Eating and Nutrition News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4168228 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:18:00 +0100 4168228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4027212&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F03%2F8-ways-to-manage-anxiety-on-an-anniversary%2F Most of us circle a few days of the calendar year that we know will be difficult to get through: the anniversary of a death, traumatic event, or even happy occasion. These dates are charged with emotion. Sometimes we feel trapped by these dates — like there’s nothing we can do to stop them. The approaching date creates a sense of panic and anxiety in many of us, and we can feel out of control. The one benefit from anniversary anxiety is that we can predict it and therefore prepare for it. Here are 8 ways to do just that. 1. Forecast your emotions. You’ve circled the day. You know it’s coming. Now get honest with yourself about how you might feel on that day. If it’s the anniversary of a death of a loved one, get ready to celebrate that person’s life wit... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4027212 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:30:09 +0100 4027212 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3746693&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fdouching-donts-daily-health-quiz%2F Ready to get schooled about your health? Our Daily Health Quiz will test your know-how. Answer our question, below, and check back tomorrow for the answer and your next pop quiz. photo: Thinkstock Today’s Question: Douching may have been the thing back in the day, but now it’s a no-no. Do you know why? #MicroPollDiv_264562 { width: 250px; margin: 0px auto; } Answer to Yesterday’s Question: Human growth hormone (hGH) sounds like a mad-scientist serum that’s used to grow pod people, but it’s actually a naturally-occurring hormone that builds muscle, burns fat, raises energy, and maintains lower blood sugar levels. Arginine, an amino acid, supports healthy levels of hGH. Which foods contain arginine: Pecans, broccoli, cottage cheese, collared greens, or water... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3746693 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:00:42 +0100 3746693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3655572&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F10-things-we-want-to-do-this-weekend-4%2F You can feel it in the air – it’s almost the weekend. And there are a lot of things we want to get done in the next two days: Get in some personal TLC time. Whether this means having an orgasm (solo or not) or getting a massage, it’s going to be all about us at some point this weekend. Read. The weather is perfect for just sitting outside with an iced tea and getting caught up in a story. An added bonus? Reading will boost our brain power. Sample some fancy cheeses. It’s been a while since we took a trip to the local fromagerie (we took French in college, no big deal) to buy some cheese we can’t afford. But it’s totally worth it, because dairy could reduce our risk of heart disease. Rent a movie. Going to the movies nowadays will set you back quite a ... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3655572 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:33:56 +0100 3655572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3640992&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fcan-gluten-free-pizzas-not-taste-like-crap-%25e2%2580%2593-our-taste-test%2F I like pizza. Sue me. I’m also partial to wheat, and though I don’t have celiac disease – unlike 3 million other Americans – my body (in particular, my skin) reacts very badly to gluten, and has for years. This seriously bums me out, but also makes me determined to find foods that taste good (I mean really good, not soggy cardboard good) without the benefit of gluten. Blisstree’s resident Baker Chick recently went on a hunt for delish gluten-free pastas and frozen Mexican meals, and I just did a similar taste test with frozen pizzas. (All three are topped with real cheese, so obviously aren’t suitable for the lactose-intolerant crowd.) Oh, and if you’re a DIY kind of person, check out this raw, gluten-free pizza crust recipe from our resident (and hot) che... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3640992 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 21:42:54 +0100 3640992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3599341&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fcheese-powered-cars-yes-please%2F We know, this sounds like a hoax, but some scientists are saying that whey, a milk protein and by-product of cheese production, could actually be used as an alternative power source. The milk protein contains sugars that, when broken down by bacteria, actually release small amounts of energy. That energy can actually be harnessed in what are called microbial fuel cells. Whey is produced in large quantities when making cheese, and the organic matter is actually considered an environmental hazard, forcing factories to pay for safe disposal. The use of whey for microbial fuel cells not only provides a great, natural alternative source of energy, but it also helps solve the problem of whey disposal. Though whey-powered fuel cells aren’t efficient enough to run cars at this point, scienti... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3599341 Tue, 25 May 2010 20:29:16 +0100 3599341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3546840&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F10-best-of-blisstree-last-week%2F In case you missed them, here are 10 of our favorite posts from last week, if we do say so ourselves: 1. 10 Misunderstood Naturopathic Terms Our Hunky Naturopath Explains by Dr. John Dempster 2. Health and Beauty Treatment: 10 Spas Where You Can Float 3. Unemployment Books Women Need to Read (According to a Man) by Patrick Sauer 4. Pangea Organics Facial Toner: Product Review 5. Crazy Yoga Pose of the Day From Alex Auder 6. Depression: Are Women Sadder Than Men? by Jessica Firger 7. Eco-Friendly Living: New Solar-Powered Gadgets by Alexa Yablonski 8. Daily Heath Quiz: Which Cheese Is Healthiest? 9. Nicole Weston From Baking Bites on Health: The World’s Best Food Bloggers Answer Our Q&A 10. Dating: Women should NEVER ask men out by Giulia Melucci Post from: BlissTree 10 Best of Bl... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3546840 Sat, 08 May 2010 14:30:32 +0100 3546840 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3454232&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=38576&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.drbriffa.com%2Fblog%2F2010%2F04%2F09%2Fmy-love-hate-relationship-with-dairy-products%2F I have a bit of a love-hate relationship with dairy products. I love, generally speaking, how they taste. I also like the fact that dairy products (e.g. cream, cheese) are relatively rich in protein and fat, and (importantly) not so rich in carbohydrate. Their nutritional profile is, therefore, kinda in line with ‘primal’ foods such [...] (Source: Dr John Biffa's Blog) Dr John Biffa's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3454232 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 16:44:45 +0100 3454232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3212250&cid=t_116961_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fcandidiasis%2F Pathophysiology 1) infection with Candida 2) all species that cause disease in humans can exist as commensals in mouth, vagina, and stool 3) manifestations depend on invasion site Signs and Symptoms oral – 1) thrush (whitish, adherent plaques), fissuring at corners of the mouth 2) cutaneous – reddish, macerated intertriginous lesions on wet skin (diaper rash, under pendulous breasts) 3) vulvovaginal – inflamed mucosa with “cottage-cheese” discharge (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3212250 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 01:39:45 +0100 3212250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3167480&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Frecall-roundup-january-12-2010.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.If you would like to receive automatic email alerts for all new articles posted on eFoodAlert, please click here or submit your request using the sidebar link.United StatesAllergy Alert: Rudolph Foods (San Bernardino, CA) recalls 39 cases of Pepe’s Louisiana Hot Gigante Cracklins, 3,537 cases of 7-Select Louisiana Hot Onion Rings and 420 cases of Rudolph’s Louisiana Hot OnYums, because the products may contain undeclared milk. The recalled Cracklins were distributed in Southern California; the Onion Rings and OnYums were sold in California, Nevada, O... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3167480 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 20:47:00 +0100 3167480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3164085&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fparkers-farm-updates-recall-to-include.html New Recall Notices on FDA and Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture WebsitesParkers Farm voluntarily recalled a substantial number of products late Friday afternoon, after the Minnesota Department of Agriculture detected Listeria monocytogenes in several of the Company's foods.As I reported on the weekend, this recall included both Parkers, Parkers Farm and Kroger brand items. Parkers Farm has now updated its initial recall to encompass all of the following items:16-ounce peanut butter in square plastic containers (tub with snap-on lid), including creamy, crunchy, honey creamy and honey crunchy varieties with sell-by dates between 11/14/2010 and 12/31/2010; 34-ounce peanut butter in round plastic containers (tub with snap-on lid), including creamy and crunchy varieties with sell-by dates between ... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3164085 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:07:00 +0100 3164085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3157692&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Flisteria-monocytogenes-on-loose-in-2010.html Presence of Pathogen Prompts Recalls in United States, Canada and FranceDuring the first week of January, Listeria monocytogenes has been behind the recall of processed meats in Canada, cheese trays in France, and peanut butter, dips, salsas, spreads and hash-browned potatoes in the United States. Yet, according to the recall notices, "No illnesses have been reported."CanadaOn January 5th, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Olymel S.E.C. announced that the company had expanded its earlier recall of processed meats to include additional distribution information. The initial recall notice (issued in December 2009) advised that the recalled meats were sold in Ontario and Quebec. The revised notice added that some of the products may also have been distributed in New Brunswick and Nova Sc... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3157692 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 13:37:00 +0100 3157692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3156685&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Frecall-roundup-january-9-2010.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Safety Recall: Parkers Farm, Inc. (Coon Rapids, MN) recalls Parkers Farm and Parkers brand peanut butters, cold pack cheeses, bagel spreads, dips and salsas after the Minnesota Department of Agriculture detects Listeria monocytogenes in some of the finished products. Parkers Farm and Parker products are sold nationwide at Hy-Vee, Cub, Rainbow, Lunds/Byerly’s, Target, Whole Foods, Jewel, Dominicks and Marsh stores.Food Safety Recall: The Kroger Co. recalls Kroger Port Wine Cold Pack Cheese Food (8 oz), Kroger Sharp Cheddar Cold Pack Ch... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3156685 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 14:19:00 +0100 3156685 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3156686&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Frecall-roundup-january-8-2010.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesConsumer Products Safety Recall: OnLine Packaging Inc. (Plover, WI) recalls 75 bottles of Food Club Supreme Clean Clear Ammonia (64 ounce white bottle with the date code 232) because the containers are filled with bleach. The recalled product was sold at Piggly Wiggly Midwest stores in August and September 2009.Consumer Products Safety Recall: Jide Trading, Inc. (Commerce, CA) recalls Toy Military Figure, manufactured in China, because surface paint on the toy contains excessive levels of lead.Consumer Products Safety Recall: St. Martin’s ... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3156686 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:34:00 +0100 3156686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3146230&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Frecall-roundup-january-5-2010.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Safety Recall: Limeno LLC (Lake Worth, FL) recalls 16 ounce packages of Rico Queso duro blanco (white hard cheese) distributed by Flores Food of America because they may have be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled cheese was sold in local retail stores within Florida.CanadaMeat Company Fined: Try Canada Meats Inc. (Charlottetown, PEI) pled guilty and was fined a total of $24,000 for misleading labeling that gave the false impression the company was operating as a federally registered establishment.Meat Company Fined: Perfection P... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3146230 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:35:00 +0100 3146230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3120456&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F12%2F25%2Fvideo-the-12-bipolar-days-of-christmas%2F DISCLAIMER: I am no Barbara Streisand. I’ve never taken a singing lesson in my life. Not one. (Ed. - Really??) The inspiration for this song came two weeks before Thanksgiving when I received a call from my doctor: we had better get together a plan for lowering my cholesterol. Yeah. Sure. Getting to it… right after I fix my pituitary tumor, abnormal aortic valve, bipolar brain, and facial fungus. My high cholesterol is not a new issue. Somewhere around the time David was conceived I found out that my cholesterol scores were higher than my verbal SATs. But for the last six years I didn’t do anything about it because (honest confession coming up here) many of those days I was so depressed that I really wanted to be with God in his mansion upstairs. Dropping dead of a heart... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3120456 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 11:36:19 +0100 3120456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3067116&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F12%2F08%2F9-holiday-depression-busters%2F My “9 Holiday Depression Busters” are featured in a Beliefnet gallery. You can get to it by clicking here. It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year–but not if negative emotions take hold of your holidays. So let’s be honest. The holidays are packed with stress, and therefore provoke tons of depression and anxiety. But there is hope. Whether I’m fretting about something as trite as stocking stuffers or as complicated as managing difficult family relationships, I apply a few rules that I’ve learned over the years. These 9 rules help me put the joy back into the festivities–or at least keep me from hurling a mistletoe at Santa and landing myself on the “naughty” list. 1. Expect the Worst Now that’s a cheery thou... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3067116 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:33:46 +0100 3067116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3030001&cid=t_116961_129_f&fid=39065&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fgluten-freesimplicity%2FGNKb%2F%7E3%2F_laX1z8Ik-A%2F Yummie! Gluten-Free Corn Chex Casserole (c.2009, wtb) (Feeds 3-to-4 hungry People.  Ideal for the day after Thanksgiving!) Ingedients: Use an 8 or 9 inch casserole dish. 3 Tablespoons of unsalted butter. * 4 Cups of Gluten-Free Corn Chex. * 1 Can of drained Green Beans. * 1 Cup of Diced Ham. * (Use less ham if it is a strong version such as “Smithfield”) 1 Tablespoon of Diced White Onion. 1 Tablespoon of Diced Green Pepper. 3 Fresh Eggs. 1/2 Cup of Milk. 1 Cup of Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese. * Salt, White Pepper, Garlic Salt, Black Pepper, Ground Sage, and Paprika.  Process: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, fahrenheit. Dice vegitables and place with butter in casserole dish into the oven for about 5 minutes. In large mixing bowl, combine Corn Chex, Green Beans, Ham, and Veget... Gluten-Free Simplicity blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3030001 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:18:59 +0100 3030001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3019252&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Frecall-roundup-november-23-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Safety Recall: Timco Worldwide Inc. (Davis, CA) recalls a limited number of MelonUp! large seedless watermelons after a distribution company detects Salmonella on the rind of a watermelon during routine sampling. The recalled watermelons were distributed to grocers, wholesalers and processors in California and Texas.CanadaAllergy Alert: Bonisoir LEA (Châteauguay, QC) recalls a number of cakes due to the presence of undeclared milk, soy, nuts, peanuts and sulfites.EuropeFood Safety Recall (Denmark): Danish Supermarket recalls Orchard fr... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3019252 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:10:00 +0100 3019252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2999882&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Frecall-roundup-november-16-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.EuropeFood Safety Recall (EU #2009.1576): Salmonella enteritidis in raw shell eggs from Spain; distributed in FranceFood Safety Recall (EU #2009.1575): high content of lead in beef meat from the Slovak Republic; distributed in ItalyFood Safety Recall (EU #2009.1574): Salmonella enteritidis (Phagetype 14B) in raw shell eggs from Spain; distributed in the United KingdomFood Safety Recall (EU #2009.1573): Salmonella in frozen marinated chicken breasts from Germany; distributed in SloveniaFood Safety Recall (EU #2009.1570): Escherichia coli and Salmonella in... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2999882 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:38:00 +0100 2999882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2963259&cid=t_116961_129_f&fid=39065&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fgluten-freesimplicity%2FGNKb%2F%7E3%2Faz4UolPH72Y%2F Meanwhile, this looks like a delicious recipe and it can be prepared Gluten-Free. So go to it!!! (Source: Gluten-Free Simplicity) Gluten-Free Simplicity blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2963259 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:05:29 +0100 2963259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890880&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FC2Werk8OpmU%2F5-healthy-and-low-carb-bedtime-snack-ideas.php When I was first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, my dietitian suggested that I eat a bedtime snack.  I was on shots at the time, and my blood sugar would drop at nighttime.  If I had a snack, it would help my blood sugar stabilize.  But what to eat?  Some things would cause me to wake up too high, and others were too high in calories and caused me to gain weight.  I began asking around in our forums and my brother who is in school to be a dietitian gave me some good ideas as well.Herb roasted turkey breast with Swiss cheese.  I'll roll these two up together and snack on them for a protein boost before I head off to bed.  Depending on what I ate for dinner that night and what my blood sugar is, I may have it with a small slice of bread, which I bolus for.&... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890880 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2890880 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2886671&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FqcOjJYKUiZg%2Ftostadas.php are a fabulous way to get your craving for Mexican food without eating too many carbs.  Essentially, a tostada is an open-faced burrito, with a crispy tortilla bottom.  What happens for me most of the time is that I'll have one, then go back for seconds, making my subsequent tostadas more of salads.  If I forgo the tortilla, then I don't have to worry about going overboard with the carbs.You can make all sorts of tostadas: beef, carnitas, chicken, bean, avocado, cheese.  My personal favorite is black bean, which I'll top with avocado. tomatoes, lettuce, cheese and some cilantro.  Another favorite is this pork that we had in San Diego last year that was amazing.  It had adobo marinated pork, avocado, and grilled pineapple.  Wow.  One of the best thin... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2886671 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2886671 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2886785&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fsay-raw-milk-cheese-please.html October 12, 2009To visit France is to experience cheese in its infinite variety of aromas, flavors and textures. The French take their cheese seriously, and frown on the North American practice of using pasteurized milk to make cheese. Indeed, European cheeses that wish to boast a "Protected Denomination of Origin" – the cheese equivalent of wine's "Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée" – must be manufactured from raw milk.The US Food and Drug Administration permits the manufacture and marketing of hard cheese made from raw milk, if the cheese is aged at a temperature of at least 35ºF for no less than 60 days. Blue, brick and cheddar are a few of the cheeses that fall into this category.Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company was just one of the raw milk-blue cheese producers on display at ... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2886785 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:17:00 +0100 2886785 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2879845&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Frecall-roundup-october-9-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Safety Alert: Department of Justice files complaint for permanent injunction against Rel's Foods Inc. (Oakland, CA) seeking to stop the company from manufacturing, producing, and selling adulterated food products. Rel's Foods distributes a variety of ready-to-eat sandwiches to convenience stores, deli markets, liquor stores, mini-marts, and gas stations in Nevada and California. The action was taken at the request of FDA after the agency repeatedly found Listeria monocytogenes in the production environment and in samples of Rel's ready-... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2879845 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:04:00 +0100 2879845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2846582&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F00-18TlNxHM%2Fmacaroni-and-cheese.php Our little baby girl is cutting her first tooth.  Needless to say, it's been a long couple nights here.  We're sleepy, and the weather has been nothing short of icky, so what better time to make food that makes you feel better.I can't think of any food that is more comforting than macaroni and cheese.  Last night's was macaroni and cheese that I made from scratch.  We never ate the orange stuff in a box when we were growing up.  My mom bought us Annie's shells and white cheddar when she was in a hurry, but we got the homemade kind more often than not.  She always mixed peas into it when we were kids, which is something that I've been doing with Leah ever since she started eating more solid food.  The macaroni and cheese I made last night didn't have peas ... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2846582 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2846582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2842739&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FftQscOoWaTI%2Fcomfort-food-week-on-simply-cooking.php It's cold out here in Cleveland, and I'm nursing a cold myself.  What's better than to curl up on the couch with a blanket and a bowl of food that will warm you body and soul?  I'm doing a whole week on comfort food that is lightened up a bit for people with diabetes.  Love macaroni and cheese but hate the inevitable blood sugar spike 4 hours later?  Want to enjoy a warm bowl of soup or chili, but don't want the fat and carbs?  Keep checking back this week and I'll let you know how I manage to keep my blood sugar in check and my tummy satisfied.  Speaking of comfort food, David and I went to break fast last night at David's aunts home.  We had such a delicious meal that I had to share.  It wasn't low carb, but hey, that's what insulin is for, right?&... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2842739 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2842739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2832359&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FREb1ujS141E%2Fthe-enchanted-broccoli-forest.php This dish is one that evokes many childhood memories for me.  My mom used to make this for us when I was younger and last night, I made it for the first time for my daughter.  It was just as I remembered it- flavorful and so fun to make and look at.  Leah, David and I loved it.  It was so great for me to watch Leah eating something that I used to eat as a child.  The Enchanted Broccoli Forest is the recipe that the cookbook is named after.  It's a herbed rice pilaf that has broccoli florets coming up out of it.  If you have kids (or anyone) who doesn't like to eat broccoli, this is a great way to get them to.  How fun is food that looks like a forest?  It's not low carb- it's mostly rice.  But if you have room in your diet for some carbs, t... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2832359 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2832359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2828419&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FtGVhLOtcI0E%2F5-tips-for-a-perfect-souffle.php I was so excited to make last night's dinner!  I made a cheese souffle, which I was a little nervous about.  Typically I only make sweet souffles that are in individual dishes.  I've had success each time with airy concoctions that leave our dinner guests impressed and asking for more.  This time I was making a large souffle and using savory ingredients instead of sweet.What's great about souffles is that you can put virtually anything in them that you want.  This was my first savory souffle, but you can bet that there will be many more to come.  Plus, they're really healthy- virtually no carbs!    I used a recipe that was out of the Enchanted Broccoli Forest and followed the instructions exactly.  I did modify the spices in the souffle- I added... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2828419 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2828419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2824384&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FFOHRErPs-jE%2Fenchiladas.php I used to live in Colorado and the Mexican food there is to die for.  When I moved back to Cleveland a few years ago, I had no idea how poor of a selection of good Mexican restaurants exist here.  There are none.  When I found recipes for enchiladas in my Enchanted Broccoli Forest cookbook, I was excited to try them out.  I had never tried to make enchiladas before, but the instructions looked fairly simple and the sauces seemed really delicious.  There are two different sauces that you can make.  One is a spicy salsa verde and the other is a full-flavored red sauce with tomatoes and red bell pepper.  I was really excited because I had some green tomatoes in the garden that I used up to make the salsa verde and a whole bunch of cherry tomatoes that I used... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2824384 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2824384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2809920&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Frecall-roundup-september-19-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesAllergy Alert: Better Buns Inc. recalls its 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls because they may contain undeclared eggs. The recalled buns were sold in retail stores in Nassau, Suffolk and Queens Counties in New York State.Food Safety Recall (Update): Ippolito International, LP (Salinas, CA) recalls 1,715 cartons of bunched spinach after the Michigan Department of Agriculture finds Salmonella in a sample of the spinach as part of a routine testing program. The recalled spinach was distributed to retail, foodservic... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2809920 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 13:59:00 +0100 2809920 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2785976&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F09%2F10%2F7-ways-to-manage-anxiety-on-an-anniversary%2F Most of us circle a few days of the calendar year that we know will be difficult to get through: the anniversary of a death, traumatic event, or even happy occasion. These dates are charged with emotion. September 11 falls under that category for most of us, and especially those living in New York or surrounding areas and families and loved ones of those killed in the terrorist attacks. The one benefit from anniversary anxiety is that we can predict it and therefore prepare for it. Here are 8 ways to do just that. 1. Forecast your emotions. You’ve circled the day. You know it’s coming. Now get honest with yourself about how you might feel on that day. If it’s the anniversary of a death of a loved one, get ready to celebrate that person’s life with joy and sadness. ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2785976 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:40:44 +0100 2785976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2744329&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Frecall-roundup-august-28-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Safety Recall: Queso Mi Pueblito, LLC recalls 13 varieties of cheeses ("Sell By" dates of February 2, 2009 to present) that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled cheese was distributed to retail stores and wholesalers in New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia through Puebla Foods, Inc. (Passaic, NJ). Queso Mi Pueblito initiated the recall as a result of sampling and analysis by the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services.Some supermarket chains post recall notices on their web sites fo... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2744329 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:01:00 +0100 2744329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741551&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2Ftqu5DtFynCk%2Fsimply-cooking-for-babies.php I'm going to skip talking about diabetes today and ask you all a question about babies. Specifically, baby food.  David and I have an adorable daughter named Leah who is about to turn 10 months old.  Leah loves to eat, and I love to make food for her.  It's a really fun process for us both. She loves to feed herself- and our dog, Charlie.  I don't like buying pre-made baby food.  First of all, it's expensive.  Secondly, it is very bland, at best.  I don't like feeding my baby something that I wouldn't eat myself.  Third, it's a waste to go through those little jars day in and day out.  So I've been making Leah's food for her.  I have a wonderful baby food maker, the Beaba Babycook, and we've all been enjoying the results.My problem is that ... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741551 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2741551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741629&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Frecall-roundup-august-27-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Recall: Price Chopper recalls Price Chopper brand Apple Juice (UPC #41735-00960; 1 gal; Lot #1129ct89-2; Best Before 07/20/2010) due to concerns about the taste.CanadaAllergy Alert: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency advises that certain Lotte brand snack foods, imported from Korea, contain one or more undeclared allergens and have been recalled by the importer. The recalled snack foods are known to have been sold in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia, and may also have been distributed in other parts of Canada.Food Safety Recall... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741629 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:00:00 +0100 2741629 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2725319&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Frecall-roundup-august-21-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesAllergy Alert: The Kroger Co. recalls Kroger brand Super Kids Enriched White Sandwich Bread because it may contained undeclared milk. The bread was sold in Jay C Food stores in Indiana, in Food 4 Less stores in Illinois and Indiana, and in Kroger stores in 13 states, including: Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia..Food Recall: De La Rosa recalls De La Rosa Super Giant Marshmallows (30 oz.) because the product may be contaminated with mo... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2725319 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:34:00 +0100 2725319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2667632&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FT8Lqij5tyCk%2Fin-season-now-figs.php Sweet and succulent, figs are like no other fruit I can think of.  The mild and sweet flavor they have, plus the soft texture with the slightly crunchy seeds is perfection.  Unfortunately, figs are only available during a short time during the summer, so I try to enjoy them when I can!  HistoryFigs are one of the oldest fruits recognized by man. It's no wonder the fig has been enjoyed for centuries. Its sweet, delicious flesh was long used as a sweetener before the advent of refined sugars.The fig tree was mentioned prominently in The Bible (some scholars believe the forbidden fruit picked by Eve was a fig rather than an apple), but it has been around much, much longer. Sumerian stone tablets dating back to 2500 B.C. record the usage of figs.How to Select and StoreWhen you s... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2667632 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2667632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2594590&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F0RNfm9kOctA%2Fa-diabetes-friendly-trip.php Last week, David, Leah and I were down in Orlando for the Children With Diabetes Friends for Life conference.  We met a lot of really great people!  One of our fabulous bloggers, Sara, Kerri (and her husband, Chris) from Six Until Me., and Mandy, who bless her heart, is one of the sweetest people in the "O.C.".  We had so much fun with them and all of the wonderful families... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2594590 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2594590 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2571094&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FYnqGmTC1T4U%2Fbarefoot-contessas-flag-cake.php I love making this cake for patriotic holidays.  The first time I made it, I was living in Colorado (before I had diabetes) and brought it to a Fourth of July picnic.  It was the hit of the party, and everyone asked for the recipe.  I know that if you decide to give it a try, you'll love it too!  **Warning, this is not a low-carb recipe.  It contains real... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2571094 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2571094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2517375&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FM8dzTwxG-zE%2Ffromage-fridays-cheddar-1.php Cheddar cheese is the most widely purchased and eaten cheese in the world. Cheddar cheeses were originally made in England, however today they are manufactured in many countries all over the world. Fully cured Cheddar is a hard, natural cheese. It is shaped like a drum, 15 inches in diameter, with natural rind bound in cloth. Normally, the color of Cheddar ranges from white to pale yellow. Some Cheddars, however,... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2517375 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:23:23 +0100 2517375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512622&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FW3uni4bHVxg%2Fparty-week-keep-on-counting-the-carbohydrates.php When I'm at a party, it is very easy for me to stand around the table of delicious appetizers and graze.  Of course, I test right before I go over to the food, and I bolus for what I think I will eat, but inevitably I eat way more than I initially count for.  The chips and salsa, hummus and pita, and prosciutto wrapped melon always calls me back for... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512622 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2512622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2473940&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FzXHvad_NpTQ%2Ffromage-fridays-goat-cheese.php Elizabeth is enjoying her first girl's night out since Leah was born seven months ago. So I have volunteered to take over Fromage Friday and discuss goat cheese. This is not one of Elizabeth's favorites, but I cannot empathize. Goat cheese comes in a variety of flavors and textures, some mild enough to please even the pickiest cheese-eater's palate.What Is Goat Cheese?Goat cheese is simply cheese made from goats' milk.... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2473940 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2473940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442421&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FuiTB2tqihDU%2Fhow-to-5-ways-to-make-pasta-primavera.php Pasta Primavera literally means "Spring Pasta".  It is a fabulous way to get your vegetables.  It's also a great and affordable meal for a dinner party.  I love making a whole bunch and eating it cold for lunch the next day.  Some pastas go better with certain vegetables than others do.  You can mix and match as you please, but when you keep the pasta and the vegetables in similar... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442421 Wed, 27 May 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2442421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2415881&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F05%2Frecall-roundup-may-16-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesFood Safety Recall: Los Corrales (Houston, TX) recalls all of its dried chorizo produced since January due to microbial health risks resulting from inadequate documentation of the cooking process. The recalled chorizo was distributed to stores in Dallas, Houston, and parts of East Texas.Food Safety Recall: L&M Companies Inc. has recalled some cantaloupes sold at Wal-Mart Stores in North Carolina, South Carolina and South Hill, VA after Salmonella was detected in a melon from the farm where they were grown.CanadaAllergy Alert: Rocky Mou... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2415881 Sat, 16 May 2009 13:18:00 +0100 2415881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2390219&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FVHo_1Wpbfsg%2Fhow-to-tortilla-soup.php I learned a delicious recipe for tortilla soup while I was living in Denver a few years ago.  The other day, I was trying to find something to make for Cinco de Mayo, (last night) and thought that tortilla soup would be perfect.  However, I wanted to make something with a little more substance.  I researched a lot of tortilla soup recipes and found a few modifications that I could... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2390219 Wed, 06 May 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2390219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2381046&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FASsCW_VUCaQ%2F7-low-carb-breakfast-ideas.php In the months leading up to our wedding (almost 2 years ago!), I was on a low carb diet.  I ate around 55-80 grams of carbohydrates per day and dropped weight faster than I could have imagined.  Now, I'm not a big person by any means, but these recipes are enough to satisfy even the biggest appetite.Bacon and eggs.  Sure, this one's a classic.  But there's a reason that it's... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2381046 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2381046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2368005&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FhPj0txAj594%2Fhuevos-rancheros.php When I lived in Colorado, I used to meet my friends for brunch at restaurant that was a local favorite and eat breakfast burritos and huevos rancheros with red beer and bloody mary's.  To be 21 again!  Now, I'm happily married with a gorgeous daughter, and brunches like that are a thing of the past.  I make my own brunch food at home and don't have to deal with those... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2368005 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2368005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2365492&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F04%2Frecall-roundup-april-23-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.Pistachio Product RecallsMave Enterprises, Inc. (DBA It’s Delish) recalls pistachios United StatesAllergy Alert: The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company recalls Simply Enjoy Pina Colada White Chocolate Gourmet Cookies, due to the presence of undeclared pecans.Food Safety Recall: Torres Hillsdale Country Cheese recalls Oaxaca soft Mexican-style cheese due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Dietary Supplement Recall: Universal ABC Beauty Supply International, Inc. recalls 34 different Dietary Supplement Products found by FDA labs t... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2365492 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:22:00 +0100 2365492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349871&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F04%2Frecall-roundup-april-20-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.Pistachio Product RecallsThe Fruit Company recalls pistachios in Bountiful Harvest basket (posted by CostCo)Jeppi Nut and Candy Company recalls Natural Pistachios, distributed in MD, PA, DE and VA Kamdar Plaza, Inc. recalls raw pistachio kernels and roasted and salted pistachiosNature's World LLC recalls NW Delights Deluxe Mixed NutsNUTS ON CLARK recalls roasted and salted in-shell California pistachiosThe Peanut Shop of Williamsburg recalls certain pistachios, sold in cans and bagsRaja Foods recalls Swad brand raw pistachios and roasted salted natu... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349871 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:22:00 +0100 2349871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342052&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F04%2Frecall-roundup-april-17-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.Pistachio Product Recalls (US and Canada)Nassau Candy recalls various pistachio products R.U. Nuts Company recalls roasted salted pistachios Superior Nut and Candy recall products containing pistachios, sold under the Streit's, Superior and Dot's Finer Snacks brand namesWine.com recalls ten gift basketsZenobia Company recalls California PistachiosCanadian Food Inspection Agency lists additional pistachio products that have been recalled in CanadaCanadaAllergy Alert: Dollarama recalls imported Bergen brand Apple Cinnamon Cookies due to the presence of ... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2342052 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:20:00 +0100 2342052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2325111&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FULTV3zSPHOQ%2Frecession-proof-meals-asparagus-and-jack-cheese-frittata.php Frittatas are one of those kinds of foods where a whole bunch of different combinations work well.  You can throw in pretty much anything and have a delicious meal that you can enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner.  Since it's spring, and asparagus is in season, the recipe below is perfect for this time of year- and economically smart since the price of asparagus is so low.  8 large eggs1/2... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2325111 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2325111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2302689&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Frecall-roundup-march-29-2009.html (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2302689 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:11:00 +0100 2302689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2302693&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Frecall-roundup-march-27-2009.html (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2302693 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:24:00 +0100 2302693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2302696&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Frecall-roundup-march-25-2009.html (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2302696 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:25:00 +0100 2302696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2276501&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2Fqvk8DFG-asE%2Ffromage-fridays-boursin.php Elizabeth has been nursing a cold and a baby today, so I volunteered to cover Fromage Friday. Today we will explore one of my favorite cheeses in the galaxy: Boursin.How Boursin is MadeAs a specialty cheese, the exact process is a secret. We do know that It is a fresh cheese (not aged) made with cow's milk, cream, and flavorful extras like cranberries, chives, or pepper. Fresh cheese, often called... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2276501 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2276501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262138&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Flisteria-monocytogenes-triggers-recall.html (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262138 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 13:20:00 +0100 2262138 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2249871&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Flisteria-monocytogenes-prompts-recall.html (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2249871 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:17:00 +0100 2249871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2241106&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2Feftxv_3KpaM%2Ffromage-fridays-cheddar.php Feta is a famous Greek cheese whose tradition dates back thousands of years. Even today, shepherds in the Greek mountains make it with unpasteurized milk. It was originally made with goat or sheep's milk, but today, in the United States, it is often made commercially with pasteurized cow's milk.Feta cheese has been produced and enjoyed throughout the countries of the eastern Mediterranean since antiquity. According to legend, feta is the... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2241106 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2241106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2210720&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FA-hmjOB1PYc%2Fhow-to-antipasti-plate.php Antipasti are room-temperature nibbles designed to prime your appetite.  Antipasti is served at the table and signifies the official beginning of the Italian meal.  Sometimes, I could just eat the antipasti for my meal!  Traditionally, an antipasto platter contains a variety of cured meats, cheeses, herbs, and fresh or marinated vegetables. The true beauty of this appetizer lies in its simplicity- it is extremely easy to put together, but the... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2210720 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2210720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2174079&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fhidden-time-bomb-in-queso-fresco.html February 9, 2009Late last month, three pregnant Illinois women developed listeriosis after consuming different types of soft cheeses made from raw milk. The three women all were infected with the same strain of Listeria monocytogenes, suggesting that the various cheeses all were made from the same milk source.All three women transmitted their infection to their infants during their pregnancy. Two of the women miscarried; the third gave birth to a baby that was infected with Listeria monocytogenes.Coincidentally, the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets warned the public last week against consuming a specific batch code of Queso Fresco produced by Peregrina Cheese Corp. (342 Ten Eyck St., Brooklyn, NY 11206) after detecting Listeria monocytogenes in a sample of the cheese.A... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2174079 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:44:00 +0100 2174079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2163661&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FU7Y4itVxe0k%2Fhow-to-perfect-baked-potato.php I'm a little embarrassed to say, but a few years ago I knew nothing about cooking.  My mom cooked all of our meals and I never really participated outside of eating.  When I went to college, I wanted to know how to bake a potato.  I called my mother and asked her how.  I got a response, but not without a laugh.  "How could you not know how to bake... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2163661 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2163661 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2149984&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fuk-company-recalls-cheese-sold-in-usa.html January 31, 2009Cropwell Bishop Creamery Limited of England has recalled specific lot numbers and date codes of Blue Stilton and Shropshire Blue Cheese, because the cheese may contain Listeria monocytogenes.The recall comes after earlier recalls announced by vendors of the cheese, both in the United States and Canada.Cropwell has recalled the following products:Ilchester Shropshire Blue (12 oz): Lot #3052822700; Exp date, 2/10/09Ilchester Shropshire Blue (7 to 9 oz): Lot #3052828700; Exp date, 4/19/09Ilchester Shropshire Blue (1/8 lb): Lot #3052835200; Exp date, 4/27/09Ilchester Shropshire Blue (1/16 lb): Lot #3375821700; Exp date, julian code 8217Ilchester BabyBlue Stilton (2/5 lb): Lot #3375834000 and 3375829500; Exp date, julian codes 8340 and 8295Ilchester Blue Stilton (1/8 lb): Lot #3... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2149984 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 21:32:00 +0100 2149984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2138569&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fkroger-recalls-stilton-cheese.html January 27, 2009Kroger has listed two separate recall notices for Stilton Cheese that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.This recall follows a similar recall of Stilton Cheese announced earlier this month by ShopRite, and a Canadian recall of Stilton Cheese initiated in December 2008.The Kroger and ShopRite recalls do not mention the origin of the cheese. But the Canadian recall identified the contaminated Stilton as Cropwell Bishop Creamery Finest Blue Stilton Cheese, manufactured in the United Kingdom. The UK Food Standards Agency advised other European Union countries in the first week of January of a batch of Stilton Cheese that was contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.The Kroger recalls cover the following product formats and store chains:ILCHSTR STILTON WEDGE (8 OZ.)... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2138569 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:15:00 +0100 2138569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2137677&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FHJlSMAXXZT4%2Fan-impromptu-party-is-always.php An impromptu party is always fun - until you start fretting about what's should be on the menu. The following pairings will help you wow your guests with minimal effort. These selections go with many types of entrees, so be creative. Appetizers:Cantaloupe, prosciutto, crusty Italian breadCheddar cheese, apples, crackers, mango chutneyParmesean cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano), pears, bread sticksStuffed grape leaves (dolmades), good, fresh feta cheese, pita breadEndive leaves, gorgonzola cheese, toasted walnutsOlives,... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2137677 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2137677 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2135153&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fbits-pieces-black-diamond-mozzarella.html January 26, 2009The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced that Parmalat has recalled one date code batch of Black Diamond brand Fat-free Mozzarella processed cheese slices after receiving reports from two consumers, who complained of small pieces of embedded plastic mesh.The 500g packages of processed cheese slices were produced by Parmalat in Belleville, ON and distributed across Canada. The packages are labeled with a code and Best Before date of 09 AU 09 REG1411, and UPC #0 68200 88837 8.The plastic mesh pieces represent a choking hazard. Consumers should either discard the recalled packages of cheese slices or return them to the store for a refund. (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2135153 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:41:00 +0100 2135153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2132733&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2009%2F01%2F22%2Fwhats-in-easy-cheese%2F One of your classmates forwarded this Wired article on Cheez Whiz in response to a comment that I’d made in class, wondering if Cheez Whiz is the same as processed Cheese. The article takes a look at What’s inside Squirt Cheese. They found the following ingredients: Whey - Byproduct of cheese-making process used as a filler. Canola oil - Keeps the cheese from solidifying. Salt - Preservative, contains twice the sodium of typical organic cheddar. Sodium citrate - Emulsifier. Sodium phosphate - Degreaser, preservative. Calcium phosphate - Adding calcium makes it legal for Kraft to label every can “an excellent source of calcium.” Lactic acid - Byproduct of bacteria digest the milk sugar lactose. Sodium alginate - Gum to increase viscosity. Apocarotenal - Yellow-... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2132733 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:09:35 +0100 2132733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2113823&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fshoprite-recalls-stilton-cheese.html January 18, 2009ShopRite has recalled all sizes and date codes of Global Cheese Market brand Stilton Cheese due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.No illnesses have been reported, and there is no indication of where the cheese was produced.Last month, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency alerted Canadian consumers to a recall of Cropwell Bishop Creamery Finest Blue Stilton Cheese, manufactured in the United Kingdom. That recall, also, was due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Our email inquiry to Cropwell Bishop Creamery went unanswered. But the United Kingdom notified other countries in the European Union of a batch of blue Stilton cheese that was contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes at a level of 100 per gram.Customers of ShopRite who purchased Global C... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2113823 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 15:59:00 +0100 2113823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2062390&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fchiles-listeria-outbreaks.html December 22, 2008Chile, with a population of approximately 16.5 million, has recorded 138 lab-confirmed cases of listeriosis so far this year, including 5 deaths.Fifty-six of the victims were infected with a single outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes. That same strain was recovered from samples of Brie Lescure cheese obtained from the refrigerators of two patients.Chilean government investigators visited the manufacturing facility and reported on December 1st having recovered the outbreak strain from 24 cheese samples. The government immediately prohibited the distribution and sale of all dairy products made at the facility, including all varieties of Chevrita, Las Pircas and Lescure brands of Brie and Camembert cheeses.Investigations are continuing into the origin of the contaminat... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2062390 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 23:23:00 +0100 2062390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2056632&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fstilton-cheese-recall-expands.html December 21, 2008The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has expanded its December 10th Health Hazard Alert on Cropwell Bishop Creamery Finest Blue Stilton Cheese to include all package sizes and Best Before date codes.One Canadian case of Listeria monocytogenes illness has been traced to this cheese.The cheese, a product of the United Kingdom, was sold in Costco Canada stores nationwide, and in other retail stores. The cheese also was distributed to food service operations, including hotels, restaurants, cafeterias and other institutional kitchens. In some cases, the cheese has been repackaged for retail sale. Before purchasing repackaged Blue Stilton cheese, check with the retailer to determine its origin.The importer has initiated a voluntary recall, which is being monitored by CFIA. Cons... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2056632 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 14:33:00 +0100 2056632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2028721&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fstilton-cheese-recalled-in-canada.html December 11, 2008The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a Health Hazard Alert to Canadian consumers, advising that Cropwell Bishop Creamery Finest Blue Stilton Cheese may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.The warning covers all sizes of Cropwell Bishop Creamery Finest Blue Stilton Cheese bearing a Best Before date of 08/DE/12. The cheese was sold in CostCo Canada Wholesale stores across the country. CFIA is working with the importer to expedite the recall.No illnesses have been reported in conjunction with this recall notice. Nevertheless, Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious – sometimes fatal – illnesses in susceptible individuals, especially the elderly, young children, immune-compromised individuals and pregnant women.Consumers who purchased the recalled cheese... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2028721 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:15:00 +0100 2028721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2007190&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fontario-ricotta-cheese-recalled.html International Cheese Co. Ltd. (Toronto, ON) has recalled a single production lot of Santa Lucia brand Ricotta Cheese due to the possibility that the cheese was contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.The cheese is sold in 500-gram packages, and is identified by lot number 477 and a Best Before date of 09JA01. The ricotta was distributed only in Ontario.Listeria monocytogenes infections may produce mild flu-like or gastrointestinal symptoms in healthy adults, but can cause serious – sometimes fatal – illness in the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and frail or immuno-compromised individuals. A pregnant women who becomes infected with Listeria monocytogenes may pass her infection to her unborn child, resulting in premature birth, stillbirth, or the birth of a seriously ill infan... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2007190 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:10:00 +0100 2007190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1876907&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fanother-cheese-recall-in-qubec.html The Québec Ministry of Agriculture (MAPAQ) advised consumers yesterday that Fruits & Légumes Notre Dame Nature (104, boulevard Industriel, Repentigny, QC) has recalled all cheeses sold at its location between October 7 and October 10, inclusive, due to possible contamination by Listeria monocytogenes.The recalled cheeses were sold in variable sized packages with no batch numbers.Consumers who purchased cheese from Fruits & Légumes Notre Dame Nature between October 7th and October 10th, inclusive should either discard the cheese or return it to the store for a full refund. (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1876907 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:50:00 +0100 1876907 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1810204&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fits-wrap-qubecs-salmonella-outbreak.html It was one of those textbook-style outbreak investigations – the kind that epidemiology lecturers dream of. Quickly noticed. Quickly traced. Quickly over. Here's what happened.In late August, the Québec Ministry of Health (MSSS) noticed an unusual cluster of salmonellosis reports, all caused by a single genetic strain of Salmonella Enteritidis. An epidemiological traceback pointed to cheeses manufactured by Fromages La Chaudière Inc. The implicated cheeses – available for sale between July 24th and August 24th – were recalled on August 29th.The outbreak lasted approximately 3 weeks. The 111 confirmed victims reported onset of their symptoms between August 7th and August 26th, with most of the victims falling ill during the August 10-15 time period. No additional outbreak-associated... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1810204 Sat, 20 Sep 2008 12:43:00 +0100 1810204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1810206&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fadditional-cheese-recalls-in-qubec.html The Québec Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAC) has announced two additional voluntary cheese recalls today – one due to inadequate pasteurization and the other after Listeria monocytogenes was detected in a sample.Ferme écologique coopérative d'Ulverton (Ulverton, QC) has agreed to recall cheese produced at their facility because of the risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The cheese was sold in variable weight packages under the brand names "Chèvre des Vallons"  and "Ulvertom" at the company's service counter. None of the recalled cheese was distributed through retail stores. Cheeses purchased on or before September 4, 2008 are included in this recall.Fromagerie La Voie lactée inc. (L'Assomption, QC) has agreed to recall the following six items:L'Apprenti ... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1810206 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:36:00 +0100 1810206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1798863&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fcanadas-listeria-outbreaks-tapering-off.html With no new recalls to report, and both the cheese and deli meat outbreaks winding down, it's time for a brief update on the case tallies for these Made-in-Canada Listeria monocytogenes outbreaks.The Public Health Agency of Canada released its latest update of illnesses and deaths related to the consumption of Listeria monocytogenes-contaminated meat produced by Maple Leaf Consumer Foods. As of mid-afternoon today, the key statistics are as follows:Total confirmed cases: 47Total suspected cases: 9Deaths where listeriosis was contributing cause: 16Deaths under investigation: 8Confirmed cases in this outbreak have been reported in seven provinces: Ontario (36 cases, 14 deaths), British Columbia (4 cases, 1 death), Alberta (2 cases, 1 death), Saskatchewan (1 case), Manitoba (1 case), Quebec (... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1798863 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 23:10:00 +0100 1798863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1789162&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fivanhoe-recalled-cheese-list-corrected.html CFIA announced yesterday evening that its recall notices issued September 10th and 11th that identified Ivanhoe cheeses bearing code 3070 as being possibly contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes were in error. Those cheeses have been removed from the CFIA consolidated recall list.Instead, the following Ivanhoe cheeses have been added to the list of recalled Ivanhoe cheeses:Great Canadian brand Shredded Marble Cheese, 400g, code 1089, UPC 0 68642 00211 0Great Canadian brand Shredded Marble Cheese, 200g, code 1089, UPC 0 68642 00201 1The eFoodAlert posts mentioning the recall of Ivanhoe code 3070 cheeses have been removed from this site.For more information, consumers should contact the Ivanhoe Consumer Hotline, toll-free, at 1-888-473-4269. (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1789162 Sat, 13 Sep 2008 13:19:00 +0100 1789162 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1786498&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fanother-ivanhoe-cheese-added-to-recall.html The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has added one more cheese to yesterday's "expanded" Listeria monocytogenes health hazard alert. The latest item to be recalled is: Great Canadian brand Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 200g, code 3070, UPC 0 68642 00200 4The recalled items were distributed only in Ontario. And, as CFIA has said all along, no illnesses have been associated with the Ivanhoe cheeses. The complete consolidated list of recalled Ivanhoe cheeses has been posted on a special CFIA web page. The CFIA list does not include ready-to-eat sandwiches and food trays that contain the recalled items. A consolidated list of retail recalled items can be accessed on the eFoodAlert web site. (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1786498 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:42:00 +0100 1786498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1783380&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fivanhoe-cheese-updates-recall-list.html Ivanhoe Cheese has added to the list of recalled cheeses first announced on September 4th and augmented on September 5th. All of the cheese items have been recalled because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, no illnesses have been linked to any of the Ivanhoe Cheese products.The following items – distributed only in Ontario – have been added to the recall list:Great Canadian brand Shredded Marble Cheese, 400g, code 3070, UPC 0 68642 00211 0Great Canadian brand Shredded Marble Cheese, 200g, code 3070, UPC 0 68642 00201 1Ivanhoe brand Marble Cheese, 2.5 kg, code 3070Ivanhoe has not released a list of stores or institutions to which the cheeses were distributed. Consumers can contact the company's hotline at 1-888-473-426... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1783380 Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:03:00 +0100 1783380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1780265&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fqubec-listeria-monocytogenes-outbreak.html In case anyone is wondering why the Québec Ministry of Agriculture's recall of cheeses seems to be never-ending, the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MSSS) made the reason clear in its press release yesterday. For readers of this blog who don't understand French, following is our translation of the key explanatory paragraph:The Department of Public Health Protection recommends that the public not consume cheeses cut and purchased before September 7 at any one of the 300 retail points of sale reported by the Québec Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAC). It is possible that these cheeses have been in contact with cheeses contaminated by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. The contamination may have occurred, for example, when someone neglected to disinfect a knife or... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1780265 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:17:00 +0100 1780265 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1770857&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fqubec-listeria-outbreak-consolidated.html The Québec Ministry of Agriculture (MAPAC) has announced ten cheese recalls due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes since August 22nd. At least some of the recalled cheeses have been linked to the province's recently-revealed listeriosis outbreak.As a convenience to consumers who are trying to wade through the multiple recall announcements, we have begun a consolidated list of MAPAC's cheese recalls. This list will be updated as new information becomes available.All of the cheeses mentioned below are potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and SHOULD NOT be eaten. Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled cheeses should either discard them or return them to the store.Au Petit Marché de Contrecoeur (6065, Marie-Victorin, Contrecoeur, QC). All cheese identified as... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1770857 Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:23:00 +0100 1770857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1770858&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Flisteria-outbreak-linked-to.html There is a significant outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes in the province of Québec that no one seems to have noticed yet. The information is buried deep within the web site of Québec's Ministry of Health and Social Services (MSSS).Fifty-six cases of listeriosis have been reported in Québec so far this year, including nine deaths. Two of the cases have been linked to the Canada-wide Maple Leaf. At least 15 cases are associated with the consumption of contaminated cheese.Québec first announced this outbreak on August 27th. At the time of the announcement, there were a total of 42 cases of listeriosis in the province since the beginning of 2008 and 8 deaths. Today, MSSS released a consumer advisory, "Des précautions à prendre pour éviter la listériose" (Precautions for avoiding list... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1770858 Sat, 06 Sep 2008 15:41:00 +0100 1770858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1764703&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fmore-listeria-contaminated-cheese-in.html Ferme Raymond Alary et Fils (1981) Inc. has voluntarily recalled three types of cheese sold under the brand name "Les Fromagiers de la Table Ronde" due to a risk of contamination by Listeria monocytogenes.The recall encompasses all of the following products bearing production or "best before" dates of July 14 or later. The recalled products are identified as:Le Fleur de Lysé - lots no. 08135 to 08178Le Fou du Roi - lots no. 08105 to 08247Le Rassembleu - lots no. 08105 to 08247The cheeses were sold in retail stores in intact packages, or may have been cut and repackaged for sale. In the latter case, the lot number or date may no longer show on the package. Any cut, repackaged cheese that carries the name "Les Fromagiers de la Table Ronde" should be considered to be part of this recall.The... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1764703 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:26:00 +0100 1764703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1760555&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fanother-canadian-cheese-recall.html Ivanhoe Cheese Inc. (Madoc, ON) is recalling several cheese products, which may be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes. According to the CFIA Heath Hazard Alert, no cases of listeriosis have been linked to these cheeses.The recall encompasses various package sizes of Ivanhoe, Great Canadian, and Iqbal Products bearing best before dates from 09 FE 20 to 09 MR 01, inclusive. Several varieties of Iqbal Products – Cheddar, Marble (brick and cheddar), Asiago, Gouda, Swiss, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Havarti, Colby, Brick and Feta – are included in the recall.The cheeses were distributed to supermarkets and delis across Ontario, and were sold at retail between August 20 and September 3, inclusive. Neither Ivanhoe nor CFIA have released a list of retail stores that carried the recalled items.Th... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1760555 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:11:00 +0100 1760555 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1755650&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fquebec-cheese-recalls-expanded.html The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced this evening that the public recall of La Chaudière brand unripened cheese blocks and cheese curds has been expanded to include additional products.The initial recall was triggered by an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections in the province of Quebec that sickened 87 people, and killed one of the victims.The following products have been added to the original recall:All sizes and flavors of La Chaudière brand, Firm Unripened Cheese Curd, sold flavored in packages bearing a sticker to indicate the flavor: BBQ, Tomates Basilic, or Fines Herbes. The affected products bear Best Before dates up to and including 29SE2008 and were distributed in the province of Quebec.The Quebec Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAPAQ) also announced thi... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1755650 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:12:00 +0100 1755650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1750804&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Ffonterra-recalls-feta-cheese-listeria.html Fonterra Brands (Australia) recalled all 200g and 500g packages of Mainland Feta Crumble earlier today (Sept 1) due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product.The cheese was distributed nationally. The 200g packages of Crumble were sold through Coles supermarkets and through independent markets, while the 500g packages were supplied to cafés and restaurants. The recall was initiated after the company detected Listeria monocytogenes in a "... limited number of samples ..." as part of its routine testing program. No illnesses have been associated with the product, and the company has suspended shipments until it can determine the source of the contamination.Customers – individual consumers, retail establishments or food service operators – who have purchased the recalled... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1750804 Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:13:00 +0100 1750804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1750806&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F09%2Fwould-you-prefer-salmonella-or-listeria.html It seems like only yesterday – it was about a month ago – that the the province of Quebec announced that it would be introducing new rules to allow local cheese makers to produce and sell raw milk cheeses. The Montreal Gazette celebrated this epiphany on the part of the province's food regulators with an unequivocal "It's about time."In fact, it's about safety – or the lack of it. During the month of August, Quebec health authorities noticed an unusually high number of reported cases of Salmonella gastroenteritis in the region south of Quebec City, in the central part of the province, and in the Eastern Townships. At last count, 87 people were infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Enteritidis. One elderly person died, and at least 40% of the victims were hospitalized brie... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1750806 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:42:00 +0100 1750806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1675637&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F08%2Fwhat-do-mushrooms-and-goat-cheese-have.html The Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced two recalls late yesterday evening, both due to contamination of a food with Listeria monocytogenes. Both recalls affect consumers in Quebec and Ontario.Listeria monocytogenes usually causes mild flu-like symptoms or a mild gastroenteritis. But an infection with this microbe can cause pregnant women to miscarry, and may result in severe illness – even death – in the very young, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.Sliced MushroomsContinental Mushroom Corporation Ltd. is recalling three varieties of sliced mushrooms that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The following three items, all sold in 227g packages and carrying lot numbers beginning with 200 to 214, inclusive are:Continental Quickslice Triple-Washed (UPC 0 64... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1675637 Sat, 02 Aug 2008 13:03:00 +0100 1675637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1544812&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F06%2Fcheese-manufacturer-expands-recall.html On May 30th, Fresca Italia recalled a single production batch of its Burrata Italian-style fresh cheese after the California Dept. of Food & Agriculture detected Listeria monocytogenes in the product.The cheese, which was sold in restaurants and retails stores in Southern California and the San Francisco Bay area, was labeled with the manufacturer's name “Caseificio Voglie di Latte” and an expiration date of 24/5/2008.Tests carried out subsequently by FDA found Listeria monocytogenes in additional batches of Burrata. In consequence, Fresca Italia has expanded its recall to include all outstanding batches of “Caseificio Voglie di Latte” Burrata that are still in circulation – 1,757 pounds of cheese in all.Consumers who purchased “Caseificio Voglie di Latte” Burrata with... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1544812 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:40:00 +0100 1544812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1527816&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F06%2Fexploring-outdoor-markets-in-france_18.html Visiting France again this spring, we spent a few days in Cannes – arriving the last day of the film festival.While exploring the center of town, we discovered that Cannes has several outdoor market areas. These markets, each of which fill a city block, are open six days a week. We spent a couple of hours browsing through one of the markets, just a block from the rue d'Antibes, Cannes' main shopping street.The first market stall we encountered offered a variety of vegetables, including some luscious tomatoes that were still on the vine. "La vendeuse" was proud of her selection of grapes, cherries and strawberries. We purchased some grapes and strawberries to take back to our room for a snack.This customer examined the produce with great care before finally making her selection.The market... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1527816 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:00:00 +0100 1527816 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1500815&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F06%2Fand-in-other-news.html Here is a summary of other food alerts and other health-related news items that popped up during the last couple of weeks.May 27thSupreme Cuts LLC of Mahwah, NJ recalled 87 cases of "Off the Cob Fresh Kernel Corn" after the company found Listeria monocytogenes in a sample of the product. Supreme Cuts suspended production until it could track down the source of the contamination. The corn was distributed to a small number of stores in New Jersey and Massachusetts. Customers were told to discard any unused "Off the Cob" corn that was labeled with a "best before" date of May 26.May 28thOrval Kent Foods recalled 23,000 pounds of Amish Macaroni Salad after the Ohio Department of Agriculture found E. coli O157:H7 in a sample. The salad was shipped to retail and food service establishments in Del... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1500815 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:17:00 +0100 1500815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455608&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F05%2Ffda-puts-its-food-down.html When USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service is faced with a contaminated food that is a clear and present danger to consumers, and a processor that refuses to act, the agency can threaten to withdraw its inspectors, effectively shutting down the processing plant.FDA doesn't have that luxury. FDA inspectors must coax, cajole and convince a recalcitrant food processor to issue a voluntary product recall. As the Mars Petcare story clearly shows, this is not always a satisfactory solution.Sometimes, a processor's breaches of safe food handling practices are so egregious that FDA has no choice but to seek a court injunction and shut down production until the company corrects its unsafe practices.FDA announced today that it has shut down the operations of Hope Food Supply Inc., of Pasadena Te... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455608 Fri, 16 May 2008 17:18:00 +0100 1455608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455612&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F05%2Faged-black-pepper-cheese-recalled.html Sweetwater Valley Farms has recalled a single production lot (Lot Number 616-361) of its Aged Black Pepper Cheese due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product. The cheese was distributed between December 27, 2007 and May 12, 2008 through the company's retail store in Philadelphia and through a Winery in Portland (both located in Tennessee).The contamination was found during a routine sampling program carried out by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. No illnesses have been reported.If you purchased the recalled production lot of cheese, please return it to the store for a refund. (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455612 Thu, 15 May 2008 14:14:00 +0100 1455612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455617&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F05%2Fsmoked-salmon-spread-alert-in-georgia.html The Georgia Department of Agriculture has alerted consumers to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in one batch of Smoked Salmon & Cheese Spread manufactured by Bright Water Seafoods, LLC, of Charlotte, NC.The seven-ounce packages of spread are identified by UPC #1971100073, and carry a Best Before date of 060608. The contamination was detected as part of the State's routine sampling program.Georgia has advised the FDA about its findings and has notified the public to avoid consuming this product.This is the second time in less than a year that the Georgia Department of Agriculture has detected Listeria monocytogenes in a seven-ounce package of Bright Water Smoked Salmon & Cheese Spread. Last year's finding did NOT result in any FDA action – no consumer-level alert or recall n... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455617 Tue, 13 May 2008 15:47:00 +0100 1455617 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455152&cid=t_116961_167_f&fid=36993&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.nakednutritionguide.com%2F08%2Freader-qna-cottage-cheese%2F Q: I just have a quick question about cottage cheese.  I really like the stuff however I find it doesn’t sit well with me.  I currently am using a 4% one.  Would you recommend I try the lower % fat cheese since it may be the fat content that’s causing me difficulties with digestion? Mike: The problem here is most likely the lactose (a carbohydrate found in dairy products) and not the fat in the cottage cheese. I would look for the Lactaid brand cottage cheese or cottage cheese that contains live cultures (Cabot is a brand that does). Lactaid cottage cheese will contain lactase the enzyme responsible for digesting lactose and thus will most likely help relieve your symptoms. If you buy cottage cheese that contains live cultures the bacteria can help digest the lactose and ma... Naked Nutrition Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455152 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:03:43 +0100 1455152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162586&cid=t_116961_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F219353649%2F AlzheimersNotes.com  When Alzheimer’s patients no longer can feed themselves by using utensils, try some finger foods.  I found that Mother still could pick up bite size pieces and realize they should go into her mouth.  (We just had to be careful the items she was picking up were edibles.) As I read Kendra James’ post at Diabetes Notes today, Fruit Kabobs Were The Highlight of My Day, I recalled the appeal of finger foods for Mother when she had Alzheimer’s.  Kendra tells of the fruit kabobs she had for lunch. Fruit and cheese kabobs that my 7 year old made. They were really good, just chunks of cheese and berries, bananas, apples and grapes on a bamboo stick. She had fun making them too!    It made me hungry reading about them. What can you think about for yo... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162586 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 12:01:26 +0100 1162586 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1120900&cid=t_116961_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F207789071%2F I was flipping through my emails and came upon this little video that was sent to me from the dLife Team. I am always one for new and diabetic friendly recipes, and the good ones are few and far between, so I though I would share this video with you. The chef, Chris Smith, the “diabetic chef, shares a great recipe for phyllo asparagus wraps with salsa dip and dishes the dirt on picking a good cheese. I should also share that I love asparagus… I will stop short of sharing why my kids are fascinated with it (it makes EVERYTHING green, haha). I was thinking, you could even throw some chicken breast in with it and not really change the carb content, and it would be more of a light meal! Enjoy. Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1120900 Sat, 29 Dec 2007 00:10:46 +0100 1120900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1106393&cid=t_116961_129_f&fid=36035&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fchronic-pain%2Flife-with-chronic-pain%2Flets-have-a-cyber-recipe-exchange%2F How would it be if we take a break from our pain, our weather problems and the vagaries of Mother Nature to share a few holiday memories? Why don’t we share some of our favorite holiday recipes just as we would if we could gather around my kitchen table in the morning and share recipes over a cup of coffee or hot herbal tea? This is the Northwest so it’s raining outside, big surprise there. It’s warm and cozy inside, there’s the faint aroma of cinnamon pinecones and potpourri in the air, there’s a dog lying at your feet and we’re sharing, as good friends do. We have survived another year. That’s reason enough to celebrate. My holiday memories are filled with thoughts of delicious food, aren’t yours? When I think about Christmases past, the tastes and the odors of the season... Life with Chronic Pain blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1106393 Wed, 19 Dec 2007 19:13:06 +0100 1106393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=764993&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F29%2Fmediterranean-diet-beneficial-for-diabetics%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Diet, Lifestyle, ResearchI was intrigued by a recent Swedish study reporting that people on a so-called "Stone Age" diet had more stable blood sugar levels than those on a Mediterranean diet. An intriguing claim, because it's so often said that Mediterranean-style eating is super-healthful. Let's also admit it is a delicious way to eat: yes, pasta and bread is there, but it's balanced out by tons of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and olive oil. The Stone Age way is a bit more spare: we're talkin' meat, fish, and lots of whole grains, berries and nuts. Nary a sliver of Parmesan in sight.However, the results of yet another study, this time from Australia, indicates Mediterranean-style eating is a good choice, especially for diabetics. Researchers from the Univers... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=764993 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 764993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=761699&cid=t_116961_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F137924276%2Fwhere_are_all_the_cheese_facto.html This First 'Cheesecake Factory' opened in Rochester last night and the 2 hour wait was certainly worth the Chicken Madera and Dulce De Leche Caramel Cheesecake we ordered.The much anticipated new Rochester site seemed perfect for such a popular restaurant chain looking for great traffic,  at the busy Pittsford Plaza. I think last night's revenue must have paid off the mortgage, because the entire city seemed to be in line for the first dinners served!They'd opened a site in Albany and one in Buffalo last year, and so it was our turn. Rochester was clearly next in line and this Los Angeles based chain was well greeted to show the city's appreciation.The restaurant was said to have employed about 200 people in the Rochester region, including builders and it... BrainBasedBusiness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=761699 Fri, 27 Jul 2007 11:44:47 +0100 761699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=688641&cid=t_116961_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F126817264%2F A 6-year-old boy in the UK is the youngest person to be treated for anorexia. MetroDad at Babble writes: According to an article from the UK’s Evening Standard, a study released today reveals that a six-year-old is the youngest boy to be treated for anorexia. The NHS study shows that in 2003, UK hospitals made 93 admissions of boys under 10 with eating problems, compared with 21 admissions of girls. While most of the girls were treated for eating disorders that were similar to those encountered by their older counterparts, the young boys were more likely to be suffering from selective eating, where they will only eat a very narrow range of foods. From the time he was two years old, six-year-old Nicholas Pilcher ate nothing but cheese spread (Daieylea) for four years. While “suc... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=688641 Thu, 21 Jun 2007 21:04:16 +0100 688641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=637967&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F26%2Fworthy-wisdom-fat-in-hiding%2F Filed under: Diets, Obesity, Worthy WisdomI wrote recently about the hidden amounts of sugar found in the foods we love so dearly. I learned all about this topic during my visit to Tucson's Canyon Ranch -- a world renowned health and healing destination -- and this sweet lesson came right as I'd decided to rid my diet of as much sugar as possible. Learning that one can of soda houses 12 teaspoons of sugar and a typical container of fruit yogurt has eight sealed the refined sugar deal for me. No more, I say. It's just not worth it.Now here comes the lowdown on fat. Some say the fat we eat is the fat we wear. Perhaps. But one thing is for sure -- fat kills. That's Fit blogger Rigel Gregg wrote a May 24 post all about it, documenting five ways wearing fat can kill us -- it strains our heart a... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=637967 Sat, 26 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 637967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=623467&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F20%2Fsunday-seven-seven-healthy-kid-snacks%2F Filed under: Diets, Nutrition, Sunday SevenAbsence makes the heart grow fonder? Or: Out of sight, out of mind? I think I like this one best, at least when it comes to snack time for my kids.Our house was once stocked with sugary treats. It wasn't odd for us to have a bowl of M&Ms in our cupboard, Oreo cookies and fruit chews in the pantry, and a whole host of other not-so-healthy go-to items. Now we have none of it. And while my little boys occasionally search for their old demons, they mostly have adjusted well. They don't crave sweet things any more now that they're gone; they actually rarely mention them. Now I admit they do stake out houses that allow for sweet things when they get the chance but at home, they are content with an apple, a bowl of strawberries, homemade popcorn with... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=623467 Sun, 20 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 623467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=601857&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F12%2Fworthy-wisdom-a-pantry-built-for-health%2F Filed under: Prevention, All Cancers, Diets, Nutrition, Cancer prevention foods, Worthy WisdomIf it ain't broke, don't fix it, says conventional wisdom. But if it is broken, then by all means -- fix it.Many of us have broken pantries. Pantries full of chips, cookies, candies, oils, sugars, and well, let's just name it: junk. Our pantries are broken because they don't work in a world where health and wellness and prevention should be on everyone's menu. They are ineffective, insufficient, and downright bad for us.My pantry has been in disrepair for a long time. Now, however, thanks to a build-your-pantry cheat sheet I brought home from Canyon Ranch, it's on the mend. Yours can be too. Just borrow from this abbreviated list next time you're in the grocery store and in no time, your pantry wi... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=601857 Sat, 12 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 601857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=590968&cid=t_116961_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F05%2Fthought-for-the-day-wandering-the-aisles%2F Filed under: All Cancers, Diets, Nutrition, Thought for the DayIf a desire for healthy eating is anywhere present in your mind, I have a suggestion for you. Next time you head into your local grocery store in search of goods to fill your cupboards, your shelves, your refrigerator, I want you to try this: steer clear of the inside aisles of the store.Think about this:The healthiest foods, the freshest foods, the whole foods are housed on the outside walls of grocery stores. Fruits, vegetables, breads, meats, dairy, and often times the organic department border the aisles filled with cookies, candies, colas, crackers, cereals, dressings, and a whole host of other preserved items. So see if you can shop without entering the less-healthy regions of your store. And if you must make a detour, sh... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=590968 Sat, 05 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 590968