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| Healthy Menu Choices by Cuisine
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By Claire Bush
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 Don't let restaurant meals throw a curveball into your diet and exercise plan. With a little advance planning, ordering a healthy meal is do-able, whether the cuisine is Chinese, Indian, Italian or American. Here's a rundown of what to choose and what to avoid.
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Posted on: 04/28/2008 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Herbed Halibut in Lime Butter
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By Claire Bush
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 Halibut is a firm white fish that's very lowfat and loaded with protein. A 2-lb bag of frozen filets is $19 in Costco; enough for two meals for a family of four.
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Posted on: 04/24/2008 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| Craft: Knit Therapy Bags
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By Claire Bush
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 Several of my friends have recently quit smoking and wondered what to do with their hands when the urge to light up comes, so I began making "Knit Therapy Bags" to give to them.
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Posted on: 04/23/2008 | 2 Feedback(s) |
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| Zesty Olive Chicken
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By Claire Bush
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 This chicken dish is light, healthy and delicious - and cooks in one skillet. An easy family meal.
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Posted on: 04/16/2008 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Never-Fail Tabouli
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By Claire Bush
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 This Middle Eastern side dish looks elegant, but is very simple to prepare. Use the smaller amount of oil for a lowfat, but still flavorful, version. Good with lamb chops or barbecued chicken.
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Posted on: 04/07/2008 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| The Skinny On Trans Fats
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By Claire Bush
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 Your morning muffin may no longer contain trans fats, but are the replacements any healthier? Studies have shown that the use of trans fats increases risk of coronary disease, raises levels of "LDL" (so-called 'bad' cholesterol), and may place consumers at risk for cancer, diabetes and infertility.
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Posted on: 04/04/2008 | 2 Feedback(s) |
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| Perky Bra Purses
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By Claire Bush
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 Most of us have a not-quite-right bra or two loitering in our lingerie drawer. Now you can turn that scrap of fabric and lace into a fun purse that's sure to be an attention-getter!
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Posted on: 03/31/2008 | 6 Feedback(s) |
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| How To Just Do It: Creativity
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By Claire Bush
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 Often creativity seems like a mysterious process or something that "happens" to people, outside of themselves. In reality, it couldn't be simpler. Creativity may be born through an idea but it grows through use, and to learn by doing is by far the simplest and most effective way to become creative and enjoy the process.
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Posted on: 03/26/2008 | 1 Feedback(s) |
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| Author Bio: Claire Bush
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An Arizona freelance writer for the past decade, Claire is a regular contributor to the Arizona Republic's business, career builder and community sections and is also the author of a statewide restaurant guide, "Dining in Arizona - 101 Great Places to Eat" Claire has co-authored several cookbooks and is now a working chef and menu designer in Sun City, AZ.
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Posted on: 02/26/2008 | 0 Feedback(s) |
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| Craft: Easy Knit Glasses Case
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By Claire Bush
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 Here's an easy-to-create craft that can be made in an evening. The cases are fun and inexpensive to make for gifts, too. I keep one in my car for my sunglasses.
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Posted on: 02/25/2008 | 2 Feedback(s) |
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