Apart from an inexplicable fear of finding myself barefoot in a locked room with a Chihuahua named Ernesto, there are few things in life that truly terrify me.
Except, of course, Greek restaurants.
It doesn’t matter if the food is delicious or the service prompt and friendly. Invariably, my heart starts pounding, my hands start shaking and my armpits start leaking whenever I scan the menu at a Greek restaurant and notice they offer, for instance, a dish called lachanodolmades.
Don’t even ask what happens if somebody recommends the kleftiko or htapothi sti …

Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC), on Saturday approved a new set of stricter food safety laws after a series of recent tainted food scandals highlighted the shortcomings in the country’s food standards monitoring system.
The new law enforces heavy penalties on those who violate a new set of new national standards on food safety, including large fines, cancellation of licenses and possible criminal charges.
The new measures that take effect on 1st June also calls a stricter and more efficient monitoring and supervision system, a set of national standards …

What if I turned over a new leaf and tried to see Sandy in a different light? What if I tried to see what her fans appreciate about her? What if I could appreciate her strengths rather than focus on her weaknesses? The latter, which up to now I certainly would have said, vastly outnumbers the former.
Okay, let’s begin:
The best part, I have to admit, is that I only caught the last half of the show, so surely I can sit through 15 minutes of Sandy without reverting to snarky, …

THE market will reward you for cash. On the face of it, a simple enough statement, but also one which illustrates the disciplines needed to thrive in the new paradigm.
There are other refinements. Brands are now taking a back seat as consumers turn their heads to the new church of value, McDonald’s sees its sales go through the roof, while those previously devoted to building impregnable brands now tout the idea that even top quality branding can be brought downmarket.
For Kerry it could represent a new opportunity. Cash rich and …

An article 14 disease risk reduction health claim linking mineral water consumption and a reduction of glycaemia has drawn a negative opinion from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

The assessor’s Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) found Unicer Bebidas de Portugal SGPS’s claim did not demonstrate causality between drinking its mineral water, Melgaço, and reduced rates of glycaemia in glycaemic individuals.
 
It is the first claim the NDA has assessed in the area of hyperglycaemia, which the Portuguese company linked to a condition called type 2 diabetes mellitus in …

Beneo-Palatinit will be showcasing a toothfriendly chocolate produced by chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut, which contains Palatinose, at ISM 2009 in Cologne, Germany.
The production process of the toothfriendly chocolate is similar to that of regular chocolate.
Unlike toothfriendly chocolates made with sugar replacers, the toothfriendly chocolate made with Palatinose causes no gastrointestinal side effects and is fully digestible.
Palatinose is derived from natural ingredients as it is produced from pure beet sugar and also occurs as a natural ingredient in honey and sugar cane.
The white, crystalline powder has the same caloric value as …

SAN FRANCISCO (Dow Jones) — A bruising battle for market share that has rattled frozen food aisles for months shows no sign of abating.
This is good news for cash-starved consumers eager to upgrade from Salisbury steak. But it could crimp earnings at H.J. Heinz, ConAgra Foods and Nestle S.A., top sellers of frozen entrees in the U.S., if it goes on much longer.
Heinz, best known for its ketchup, makes Smart Ones, Boston Market and TGI Friday frozen meals. ConAgra sells Healthy Choice, Marie Callender and Banquet, while market leader Nestle …

You probably know by now what detoxification is and the ways that it can be done. A detox diet provides the simplest way to detoxifying yourself. A rule of thumb in detox diets: the more fiber and water, the better. Eat lots of vegetables and fruits, beans and nuts. On the other hand, steer clear of caffeine, carbonated drinks, sugars like chocolates, alcohol and yeast.
Dr. Kiki Sidhwa recommends going on a monotrophic diet after a three-day fast. By monotrophic, we mean eating only one type of fruit for every meal. …

This invention relates to compositions for the treatment of cyclooxygenase-2 mediated disorders and conditions comprising 5-methyl-2-(2′-chloro-6′-fluoroanilino)phenylacetic acid or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof suitable for oral administration, and methods of treatment of cyclooxygenase-2 mediated disorders and conditions by the oral administration of 5-methyl-2-(2′-chloro-6′-fluoroanilino)phenylacetic acid.
All patents, patent applications, and other publications referred to herein are hereby expressly incorporated by reference in their entirety. In case of a conflict between the present specification and material incorporated by reference, the present specification is controlling.
The present invention is directed to a composition for the …

Stir-frying is simply stirring and frying food at the same time.
Assemble the ingredients, then use a wok or a skillet to put it all together.
Start by slicing all of the ingredients, combining the sauce ingredients, and cooking the rice or pasta. Arrange all ingredients in dishes near the skillet or wok so you can reach them easily.
When everything is ready, add the cooking oil to the large skillet. Lift and tilt the skillet to evenly distribute the oil over the bottom. Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat about one minute.
To …