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1. Garlic Market Prices Watched in Effort to Curb Smuggling August 13, 2008 The Commerce ministry has put garlic on its control list to help combat an influx of cheaper Chinese garlic, which has pushed down prices of the local crop at a time of heavy harvests. Traders will be asked to inform authorities of the amounts of garlic they hold and the locations of their warehouses in order to prevent smuggling, according to Yanyong Phuangrach, director-general of the ministry's Internal Trade Department. Those who fail to comply with the requirement could be subject to penalties that include five years in jail and/or fines up to 140,000 baht. Garlic prices hovered... (read more) Author: patty patty

2. Boosting Your Immunity Naturally August 10, 2008 Our immunity is critical to keeping us healthy and strong when it comes to fighting off viruses, infections and even allergies. So how can we improve our immunity naturally? 1. Increase diet of probiotic-rich foods. Ancient civilizations thrived on these types of medicinal foods, knowing they are full of health building nutrients and that they encourage the growth of beneficial, life-giving organisms throughout the digestive tract. But in America, it seems we've lost this valuable knowledge. The current state of our nation's health shows just how poor our diets really are. The fo... (read more) Author: R. Fredricksen

3. A Quick Guide - Garlic August 07, 2008 Garlic, there's nothing like the smell of garlic. It's great in soups and sauces, roasted with meats or on its own, and it's wonderful mixed with butter and slathered on bread and then baked. The scientific name for garlic is Allium Sativum. It is related to the lily and the onion. Although related to the onion, and having a flavor that very slightly resembles that of an onion, garlic does not bring tears to the eyes when chopped. When buying fresh garlic, be sure that the head feels very firm when you squeeze it. Over time, garlic will soften and begin to sprout, which turns the g... (read more) Author: Sudhir Sharma

4. Garlic and Health August 05, 2008 Why garlic is good for you Garlic is a plant food that has been valued for its therapeutic effects for thousands of years. Garlic has been used for its antibacterial and wound healing properties. A fresh garlic clove (that has not been crushed or cut) contains an odourless sulphur compound called alliin. When garlic is cut or crushed, another sulphur compound, allicin is released. Allicin is then broken down very quickly into other sulphur compounds that are responsible for all the health benefits of garlic. Garlic is part of the Allium family and is closely related to the onion, chives, s... (read more) Author: Jaklina Trajcevska

5. Thai Stir-fried Vegetables with Garlic August 05, 2008 Ingredients * VEGETABLES: * 1 medium-size carrot, sliced * 1 small leek, sliced * 1 cup baby bok choy, or other Chinese cabbage * 2 celery stalks, cut into bite-size pieces * 5 or more shiitake mushrooms, sliced, or left in halves or quarters * 3 spring onions, cut in thirds * 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets * 1 thumb-size piece of galangal sliced thinly * STIR-FRY SAUCE: * 1/4 cup broth * 2 Tbsp. fish sauce * 1 Tbsp. lime juice * 5-7 cloves of garlic, minced * 1 tsp. honey or brown sugar * 1 tsp. arrowroot powder dissolved in 2 Tbsp. cool water Directions Th... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

6. 6 Home Remedies to Treat Vaginal Yeast Infections in Women August 04, 2008 There are some surprising home remedies that are used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Among them are dietary changes, stress relief, garlic, yogurt douching, and microwaving. There is not sufficient evidence to encourage or support the use of these treatments as a cure for yeast infection. 1. It is no surprise that stress and dietary habits affects our health. It has been shown that women who eat a lot of carbohydrates and bread have either an increased risk for yeast infections or a harder time getting rid of yeast infections. 2. Diabetics, who have higher blood sugar leve... (read more) Author: Betty Roberts

7. Diet to Lower Cholesterol Levels July 30, 2008 Cholesterol is an important factor for the human health, as the increased amount of cholesterol in blood may lead to number of diseases. That is why it is good if your cholesterol is high, to follow the following diet for decrease of cholesterol in blood. # Eat more food helping to increase of the level of the "good" (HDL) cholesterol, like fats from fish, garlic, fruit and vegetables, fibers, whole - grain food. # Increase the consumption of fish fats (mackerel, salmon, herring and tuna fish), because they contain omega 3 fat acids, which prevent the piling of plates on arteries and... (read more) Author: Normand Jeckins

8. home remedies for yeast infections July 24, 2008 Home remedies for yeast infections Vaginal yeast infection can either be cured orally or by vaginal insertion. Most of these home remedies have been tried and tested for their efficacy. You can usually cure yourself in the privacy of your home without the need to visit your gynecologist. Garlic Make a paste of garlic pods and apply to skin around the vagina. It may burn a bit, but is very effective. This paste can be used for yeast infection in other parts of the body too. Another way to use garlic for the cure of vaginal yeast infection is to cut a few garlic pods fine and wrap it in... (read more) Author: ramakrishna thinnavelli

9. The Basic cooking techniques Of China Sichuan Cuisine July 24, 2008 Sichuan Cuisine, known more commonly in the West as “Szechuan,” is one of the most famous Chinese cuisines in the world. Characterized by its spicy and pungent flavors, Sichuan cuisine, with a myriad of tastes, emphasizes the use of chili. Pepper and prickly ash are always in accompaniment, producing the typical exciting tastes. Garlic, ginger and fermented soybean are also used in the cooking process. Wild vegetables and meats such as are often chosen as ingredients, while frying, frying without oil, pickling and braising are used as basic cooking techniques. It can be said that one who... (read more) Author: upinder negi

10. Garlic: A Quick Ingredients July 24, 2008 Garlic, there's nothing like the smell of garlic. It's great in soups and sauces, roasted with meats or on its own, and it's wonderful mixed with butter and slathered on bread and then baked. The scientific name for garlic is Allium Sativum. It is related to the lily and the onion. Although related to the onion, and having a flavor that very slightly resembles that of an onion, garlic does not bring tears to the eyes when chopped. When buying fresh garlic, be sure that the head feels very firm when you squeeze it. Over time, garlic will soften and begin to sprout, which turns the g... (read more) Author: lan Cuxv

11. Delicious Catfish Recipes... July 23, 2008 There are many recipes for catfish. The best catfish recipes include Grilled Citrus Catfish, Fried Catfish, Baked Catfish, Catfish Croquettes and Blackened Catfish. These recipes have proven to be very tasty. Because catfish is so tender to eat, many recipes only require a short baking or frying time. These recipes are good for home cooking while the Grilled Catfish is good for catfish right out of the water. The recipe for Grilled Citrus Catfish: 4 fillets 1/4 cup of olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 2 teaspoon minced onion dried 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 4 lemon wedges ... (read more) Author: kamal kumar

12. Super Tasty Spicy chicken and noodle salad July 23, 2008 * 70g chunky or smooth peanut butter * 20ml Kikkoman soy sauce * 3 tbsp lime juice * 1 tsp caster sugar * 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil * 1 Thai chilli (or to taste), finely chopped * ½ clove of garlic, finely chopped * 2 cooked chicken breasts, skinned For the noodle salad * 1 red pepper, quartered and seeded * ¼ cucumber, peeled * 1 large carrot, peeled * 2 spring onions, trimmed * Large handful of coriander leaves * 125g rice noodles * 2 tsp Thai fish sauce Begin by making the peanut sauce. Place the peanut butter, soy sauce, 1 tbsp of the lime juice, cast... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

13. Garlic Steak Stir Fry of Jack Vander July 23, 2008 * 2 lbs. round steak OR venison * 1/4 c. light soy sauce * 1 c. beef bouillon * 1/4 tsp. ginger * 2 cloves garlic, mashed * 1/4 c. cooking sherry * 4 tbsp. peanut oil * 2 cloves garlic, chopped * 1 1/2 c. boiling water * 3 lg. green peppers, cut into 1/2" strips * 1 c. sliced water chestnuts * 3 tbsp. cornstarch * Sherry OR sesame oil * Hot boiled rice Cut meat against the grain into 1/2 inch strips (this is easier to do if meat is partially frozen). Make a marinade for the meat by combining soy sauce, bouillon, ginger, mashed garlic and sherry. Marinate steak f... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

14. The Best Onions Dish July 15, 2008 Onions have been valued for thousands of years for culinary, medicinal and other uses. Some facts and folklore about the onion. • The common onion is part of the Allium or lily plant family, which includes garlic, chives, leeks and shallots. • The onion gets its name from the Latin word uniowhich means 'one' or 'single', as onions are different than garlic, which produces many small bulbs while the onion produces only one. • Traces of onions have been found in Bronze Age settlements dating back to 5000 B.C.E. • Actual cultivation of onions by man is believed to have begun 4000 years ago i... (read more) Author: kamal ashwani

15. Make the most yummy and delicious pasta July 14, 2008 These pasta recipes are excellent for dinners or parties. In this article, I’m going to share with you three delicious pasta recipes that you can prepare for any occasion that suits you. The recipes are very easy and can be prepare in less than 30 minutes. So, here we go… Lemon Tuna Pasta 4 tsp Butter 18 Black olives, pitted & sliced 1 tsp Oil; olive 2 can Tuna; chunk, drained 4 large Garlic cloves, chopped Pasta; penne, cooked and drained 1/8 cup Lemon juice 4 tsp Butter (add at end) 3 tsp Capers, drained Melt butter with oil in skillet. Add gar... (read more) Author: Anil Sharma

16. Tasty Vegetable Eggplant Chili Sauce July 13, 2008 Eggplant Garlic Sauce Recipes selected by the collective taste buds of the masses from Group Recipes. This popular Szechwan dish is made with Chinese eggplant, which is thinner and longer than the short and thicker eggplant that is commonly available in supermarkets. Both Chinese eggplant and chili garlic sauce are available at Asian markets. This spicy side brings a large pot of boiling water to a boil. While waiting for the water to boil, prepare the eggplant: cut the ends off the eggplant. Cut the eggplant crosswise in half. Cut each half lengthwise into quarters. Chili garlic sauce is a c... (read more) Author: Rekha Heer

17. Cauliflower in Indian Gravy July 09, 2008 Ingredients * 2 small sized cauliflowers (whole) * 6 cup(s) water * 1 teaspoon(s) each of turmeric, hot spice mix (garam masala) and red chilli powders * 2 green chilli(es) * 1 tablespoon(s) each of ginger, garlic finely chopped * 1 teaspoon(s) cumin seeds 2 teaspoon(s) coriander seeds * 1" piece cinnamon broken * 4 green cardamoms * 2 tablespoon(s) cashewnuts * 2 large onion(s) finely sliced * 4 tablespoon(s) milk * 1 cup(s) tomato puree * 1 cup(s) water * 2 tablespoon(s) grated paneer / cottage cheese (optional) * 4 tablespoon(s) oil salt to taste f... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

18. Sweet Pepper and Calamari July 09, 2008 THE CONFIT * 1/2 cup olive oil (not extra-virgin) * 20 baby sweet red peppers, whole * 3 large cloves garlic, peeled and halved lengthwise * 1shallot, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices * 3 branches fresh thyme * Pinch cayenne * Fine sea salt, to taste THE CALAMARI * 1 tablespoon olive oil (not extra-virgin) * 1/2 pound cleaned baby squid, bodies only, skinned and cut across into * 1/4-inch-wide slices * Fine sea salt, to taste * Freshly ground white pepper, to taste * Cayenne, to taste * 1 small clove garlic, peeled and finely diced * 2 tablespo... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

19. Mediterranean Diet: Can Garlic Protect Us From More Than Vampires? July 07, 2008 People have used garlic for thousand of years as both food and medicine as well as to ward off vampires. Well, although modern research has not confirmed yet that rubbing garlic on doorknobs and window frames can protect us against vampires or evil spirits, it has confirmed what our ancestors believed about the health benefits of this herb: its consumption can protect us from many ailments. Unfortunately, for several decades, the widespread use of antibiotics has ignored the medical properties of garlic. Lately, however, interest in garlic has escalated and nowadays research is focusin... (read more) Author: Emilia Klapp

20. Home Remedies for Ear Infections, Treatment July 06, 2008 Ear infection can inflict one or both the ears. They are especially common in children unto age eight. And they are the most common cause of earache. The discomfort maybe mild with a dull-ache or searing intense pain in front of, above or behind the ears. Sometimes there is temporary hearing loss Mix lobelia and garlic oil or olive oil, place a few drops in the ear and plug it with cotton this will help with pain. Grind some holy basil leaves and extract some juice. Put two drops inside the ear. This will help reducing the ear pain and also to overcome an infection. It is an effect... (read more) Author: John Mathew

21. Home Remedies for Stress, Depression - Reduce Stress July 06, 2008 Stress is the body's reaction to a physical, emotional, social or mental condition imposed on the person. These changes, whether good or bad, produces tension or stress. There is no way to avoid stress completely, injuries, weddings, meetings, childbirth, deadlines, bills to pay, even going to a party is stressful. Home remedy For stress and nervousness Bedouin meds: • Eat 3 tablespoons of honey everyday. • Drink a lot of carrot juice. • Eat garlic clove after every meal. • Drink 3 cups of fresh apple juice everyday. • Eat 5-6 plums on an empty stomach everyday. The lea... (read more) Author: John Mathew

22. How Do I Cure Bad Breath July 06, 2008 When you suffer from bad breath, it can affect your personal and professional life. Most people will not come to you and tell you that you have bad breath, they will talk about you behind your back. It can be an embarrassing fact of life when you have bad breath. But what exactly is bad breath cause? Common Bad Breath Cause Majority of people have the worst breath in the morning when they first wake up. You can brush your teeth, but as the day progresses, the stink of bad breath creeps back into your mouth and make the people you talk to cringe. Sometimes bad breath cause is from ... (read more) Author: Parns Paki

23. Dining in Phuket, Thailand. Don't miss out on the best Phuket has to offer. July 05, 2008 Thailand is a culinary treat, it's famous for its delicious and spicy menu. Dishes typically use lemongrass, coriander, garlic, chili and lime juice to flavor their meals. Seafood lovers will feel that they have arrived in paradise, rock lobsters, squid, large prawns, oysters, muscles, fresh crabs and fish are available in Phuket. Thai Pork is tender, tasty, and juicy, often better than the chicken that can sometimes be overcooked, and you should order imported steak unless you need to exercise your jaw. Eating out in Phuket is a pleasure, and relatively inexpensive. There are som... (read more) Author: Lisa Ryder

24. Very tasty Salt and Pepper Gobi July 03, 2008 Ingredients: * 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1" dice or slices salt * 1/2 oz flaked almonds * 2 tbsp poppy seeds * 2 tsp ground coriander * 1 1/2 tsp whole cumin seeds * 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and chopped * 1/2 tsp ground ginger * 8 tbsp vegetable oil * 1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped * 1/4 tsp ground turmeric * 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper * 8 fl oz plain yoghurt * 1 tsp garam masala Method: Dry fry almonds, poppy seeds, coriander and 1 tsp of cumin seeds in a small pan, stirring frequently until the almonds start to turn golden. Set ... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

25. Healthy and Tasty Food July 03, 2008 Nowadays Italian food is getting popular day by day all over the world. People of every country have started liking this food. If you are one of them who like pasta very much then you must love this cooking because this is one of the main ingredients of most recipes. As with all ethnic foods, this eating uses its own group of spices. These are a number of most popular spices which are used in this cooking; these spices are garlic, oregano, basil and thyme. If you will use fresh spices in your cooking then it will really add a special touch to any dish, but if you are unable to find fresh and t... (read more) Author: AMIT SINGLA

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