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Published: Thu, 01 Oct 2015 23:17:09 +0000
Mon, 09 Feb 2015 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Finding new ways to squeeze extra plant power in to your day shouldn't be difficult. This recipe for cauliflower tabbouleh is packed full of bright flavours and crunchy satisfaction. Not to mention it is pumped full of some powerful anti-inflammatory and health boosting nutrients. Read on for this quick and simple take on a classic recipe.
Mon, 02 Feb 2015 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Your mother was on to something when she told you to eat your vegetables. At least half of the food you eat should be comprised of veggies no matter what diet tribe you may follow. Vegetables provide fibre to feed our friendly gut bacteria and keep our digestive system toned and are the top source of most vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other phytonutrients we need to renew and repair each day. They balance blood sugar for steady energy and keep our tummies satisfied.
Mon, 08 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Give the gift of nourishment this Christmas. A season full of food, festivities and gifts is the perfect time to do some thoughtful giving of your own. If food and nutrition are close to your heart, read on for ideas on how to work giving in to your holiday season and some great food and nutrition charities to get you started.
Mon, 01 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) BBQ sauce is a well loved, versatile condiment, but so many store-bought versions have ingredient lists that make me cringe! Find out how to make your own with this easy recipe, only 15 minutes of active time and then it just bubbles away (mostly) unattended until you've got a deep, dark, tangy treat!
Mon, 24 Nov 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Ready for a challenge? Ever feel like food has a hold on you? Struggle with weight despite trying all the diets and cleanses out there? The problem is likely not just what you eat- but how, when and why you eat. Taking care of when, why and how you eat is the first step to a lifelong healthy lifestyle. Read on to find out how to reset your eating style in 21 days, and why you should do it now.
Mon, 17 Nov 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Citrus fruits are packed to the brim with nutrients we need more of to beat off winter's chill. So help your body fight off the cold and flu bugs and reap the side benefits of glowing skin! Find out why citrus should have a starring role on your shopping list below.
Citrus fruits are potent health foods. One navel orange packs in 138% of your daily requirement for Vitamin C, 3 grams of fibre, and is a good source of folate and potassium. All this for only 69 calories!
Mon, 03 Nov 2014 14:01:02 +0000
We are entering the month of November! That means fewer daylight hours, a visit from the flu bugs, and no more colorful berries. But that doesn't mean we have to embrace the cold with poor nutrition. Today marks the kick-off of the annual Natural Health Products Week (NHP Week) hosted by the Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA). With proper food and nutrition, you can still stay healthy and happy during the winter months!
Sun, 02 Nov 2014 23:38:31 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Salads get boring, but we know we need to get those daily leafy greens! Enter one of my salad savers. These oven dried tomatoes are chewy, sweet and bursting with flavour. Bet you can't eat just one!
Mon, 27 Oct 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Every felt weak, clammy, dizzy or even just plain irritable in between meals? Did it disappear when you ate? Low blood sugar, otherwise known in medical circles as hypoglycemia, is an unpleasant experience. Preventing too low blood sugar is relatively easy - but it does require a bit of planning and a balanced plate. Find out how to prevent it from happening and stabilize your energy and mood while you're at it!
Mon, 20 Oct 2014 18:40:02 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Home cooking is the most important part of eating well but it can be a challenge if you feel like a newbie in the kitchen. Not sure of the difference between roasting and sauteeing? Or do you feel overwhelmed when you look at a recipe or try to plan a meal? Then it is time to brush up on your cooking skills! Check out these at home and local options to get you feeling comfy in your own kitchen.
Tight on time, money, babysitters or time off work? There are lots of great options online to get you cooking.
Mon, 13 Oct 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Fridges everywhere are full of luscious Thanksgiving leftovers and stockpots are bubbling full of liquid gold. Check out these healthy Thanksgiving leftover recipes to put a new spin on turkey meals for the week.
Michelle`s Top Healthy Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes
Turkey Salad with Warm Clementine Dressing from the ever down to earth Jamie Oliver (rocket is arugula for those who aren`t familiar with the term).
Mon, 06 Oct 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) There is no need to skip the fun or traditional dishes on Thanksgiving. Follow these easy tricks to keep Thanksgiving dinner indulgences in check without deprivation.
Why should I bother?
Believe it or not holiday season is just about upon us. Canadian Thanksgiving is only a week away! October through December is often crowded with multiple holiday dinners, parties with friends and coworkers and weeks of extra calories from rich foods and adult drinks.
Mon, 29 Sep 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Fall is officially here, and the weather isn't starting to take a turn for the chilly side. Cook up these cozy fall slow cooker recipes to make fuss free and healthy meals in to crave worthy comfort food.
Slow cookers are a boon to any busy household. I like to set thim in the morning on the weekend, let the mouthwatering smells fill up the house before dinner and then save leftovers to eat all week long.
Fri, 26 Sep 2014 13:01:02 +0000
Not many people think of plain toast as a very fulfilling breakfast, so most of us dress it up with some kind of a spread. Which spread you use - and how much - can have a dramatic impact on how much nutrition (and protein, calories and sugar) you get out of your breakfast. Because spreads are to be put on toast (high in carbs), I always recommend choosing a spread with some protein; it helps you feel full longer and gives you the energy you need! Here is a look at some popular spreads and how much protein and calories are in 1 tablespoon.
Mon, 22 Sep 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Brace yourself, pumpkin spice everything is here! In the fall spirit I'm sharing some of my favourite recipes using pumpkin- which is actually a really nourishing addition to your meals. Read on to find out why pumpkin deserves a place in your kitchen and some great ways to get started.
Mon, 15 Sep 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Muesli or overnight oats have had a renaissance over the last few years and with good reason. It's a quick, cool and nourishing breakfast packed with health benefits. Read on to find out why you should give it a regular spot in your rotation and how to put this dish together – no recipe required!
Mon, 08 Sep 2014 13:01:02 +0000
The last time I wrote about Hong Kong was for my March trip that I took in early spring where I was invited by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. Since then, I have had to return for two more work trips. Now that I'm even more familiar with the city, I can tell you that the vegetarian scene in Hong Kong has significantly advanced! If you're planning to visit Hong Kong, even if you are not a vegetarian, you've got to try at least one of these vegetarian restaurants!
Mon, 08 Sep 2014 04:48:03 +0000
(Healthcastle.com)Learn these three steps to fortify your diet through nutrient dense whole foods and be selective about pre-packed snacks to get keep you well nourished, even on the go.
If you have long days or are on the road a lot you need to keep energy boosting snacks handy. Keep your car, office and bags stocked with something healthy and portable to get you through long days, hikes and workouts.
Wed, 03 Sep 2014 13:01:01 +0000
If you picked up a product called Pomegranate Blueberry Flavored Blend of 5 Juices, what would you expect it to contain? The name tells you, of course, that there are five juices in the mix, two of which should clearly be pomegranate and blueberry. So you might be surprised to learn that only 0.5% of the juice in the bottle comes from one of those fruits (0.3% pomegranate and 0.2% blueberry).
Mon, 01 Sep 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) This side dish is a refreshing change from salads and comes together in only 10 minutes. Not to mention it is fancy enough to impress your guests without slaving over the stove for hours and has just enough richness to make your meal feel special without compromising your pant size.
Mon, 25 Aug 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Kale deserves its share of the spotlight, but there are plenty of other super greens that are ready and waiting to break you out of a boring greens routine. Check out my top picks for great kale substitutes below!
Fri, 22 Aug 2014 13:01:03 +0000
By now all you of should have tried flaxseeds. What about chia seeds? You can certainly eat them raw, but you can actually make a raw no-cook dessert from chia seeds.
Similar to flaxseeds, chia seeds are rich in protein and omega 3. In fact, chia seeds have higher levels of fiber and calcium. Only two tablespoon of chia seeds can provide 7 grams of fiber. That's equivalent to eating two bundles of broccoli! In addition, scientists also found that chia seeds can aid manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, making these tiny seeds instant super foods!
Mon, 18 Aug 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Healthy eating can put a major drain on the wallet if you're not careful. It is the best investment you'll ever make, but that doesn't mean you can't try and keep it manageable. Check out our top 7 tips for healthy eating on a budget.
Wed, 13 Aug 2014 13:01:01 +0000
We've written about kale many times! I don't think I need to mention why it's THE superfood. I mostly saute it with garlic, like how I usually cook other green leafy vegetables. I've also baked kale chips many times before; sometimes at a higher temperature at 350F and sometimes at a lower temperature at 250F. After many tries, I found th best results with a happy medium and wrote these two recipes (below). Seasoned with sea salt and fresh lime juice, one recipe is suitable for everyone. The other recipe is for those who crave for spiciness.
Mon, 11 Aug 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Weeknights can be packed and often a well balanced dinner falls to the wayside, or flavour and fun get left out of the equation. These 4 weeknight shortcuts will help you pack in the nutrients and variety you crave, even on a schedule.
Mon, 04 Aug 2014 20:48:10 +0000
Fresh berries are in full season right now and I can't resist bringing all of them home. With some styling, simple fruits can be served as desserts.
Serve one
Time needed: 5 minutes
Supplies: a 500-mL mason jar
From the bottom layer
Mon, 04 Aug 2014 17:38:13 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Fermented foods are a key ingredient in any healthy diet and have been present in traditional food cultures for thousands of years. Learn why fermented foods should be added to your arsenal and Michelle's top 5 foods to try out now, even if you're new to the scene.
Mon, 28 Jul 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) In need of a not too sweet but totally refreshing smoothie? You're in luck, this is a beet smoothie for beet lovers. With just a hint of sweetness the natural flavours shine through. With anti-inflammatory ingredients, its also a great way to help recover from a workout, or just start your day off on the right food. Find out what's inside and why you should add it to your rotation below.
Mon, 21 Jul 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Herbs and spices are the key to any tasty kitchen, particularly for the time crunched. But mixing spices can seem intimidating for those new to cooking and it can be hard to break out of a rut. I know I spent several weeks eating nothing but salt, pepper and cayenne when I lived on my own! While it was delicious, it did get old quick. I've rounded up some of my favourite spice mixes for you to throw together with common ingredients at home to keep on hand.
Mon, 14 Jul 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Try this refreshing iced tea for a boost of anti-oxidants and a refreshing change from water on these long, hot days. Store-bought summer sips can cost you a lot in empty calories and added sugar – wreaking havoc with your energy as well as your waistline. Swap for this homemade version and relax knowing both your taste buds and body will thank you!
Mon, 07 Jul 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) One of the challenges of making eating well easy and sustainable is finding new ways to make veggies interesting. The grill is an underused tool for veggies and a great way to add tons of flavour and texture without a lot of work or heating up your kitchen in the warmer months. Check out these recipes for grilled veggie inspiration.
Mon, 07 Jul 2014 13:01:03 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Mint is delightful fresh green herb with many variations, all of which are very easy to grow at home. In fact, mint is so incredibly prolific that if you're not careful, it can take over your entire garden. Mint can also be bought fresh in the produce section of the grocery store. You may associate mint flavor primarily with chewing gum or mint candies, but these sugary (or artificially sweetened) products don't capture the appeal (or health benefits) of fresh mint, which can be used in everything from drinks to desserts to savory dishes to tea.
Thu, 03 Jul 2014 13:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) As my second book was released in Hong Kong a few months ago, traveling to this metropolitan city has become a monthly trip. Shopping in Hong Kong is irresistible, regardless of how many times I've been there.
Mon, 30 Jun 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Here in beautiful British Columbia, berry season has arrived! Check out these 11 ways to use the bounty of fresh berries while they last.
Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:23:28 +0000
Many people complain of stomach ache, mostly in the evening or after meals. They are most likely suffering from an episode of acid reflux, also known as heartburn. Over-the-counter antacids, like Tums, may offer quick relief from pain. But for most people, a proper diet is the best solution.
Myth Number 1: Drink Milk
Fri, 27 Jun 2014 13:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Summer is here! Well, maybe in some parts of the country, summer is still coming out of hibernation. But there's no question that the days are longer and warmer, and that means that grocery stores and farmers' markets are starting to have a larger selection of fresh, local, seasonal produce on hand. There's no better time than summer to think about adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet, since the selection and quality are excellent, and the price is the best it will be all year.
Mon, 23 Jun 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) I love a good green salad, but it's a staple in my lunches and sometimes I just need a break! This gorgeous grilled veggie version feels hearty and decidedly different from the usual weekday fare. Perfect for a Sunday night BBQ with friends (and maybe a glass of wine and a patio).
The bright orange and red of the veggies signals a meal full of healthy carotenoids and the garlic, fresh and dried herbs amp up the phytonutrients an extra notch. Who says healthy and healing can't be indulgent?
Fri, 20 Jun 2014 19:09:41 +0000
Are you overwhelmed by the variety of frozen desserts available on freezer shelves? Terms like "premium," "low-fat," "fat-free," "sugar-free," "non-dairy," and so on can be very confusing. So how should you go about choosing an ice cream product that you can indulge in every day? Let us show you.
Mon, 16 Jun 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Recent studies both for and against non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) have been conquering the headlines lately. Read on to help wade through the debate and find out if your symptoms might be related to gluten or wheat or if you should start looking elsewhere for solutions.
Mon, 16 Jun 2014 13:01:03 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) You probably know that vegetarians have to seek out alternatives to meat sources of protein and iron, and that vegans need to find non-dairy calcium options. But you may not have thought about the need for vegetarians to manage their Vitamin B12 intake.
Mon, 09 Jun 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Summer is upon us! Here is an easy to throw together but incredibly tasty veggie side dish that can feed a crowd. Let the grill do the work and keep the house cool while eating well all summer long.
This is a great way to empty the refrigerator - all the odds and ends of grill-able veggies will do. I always seem to have a hunk of onion at the end of the week and it makes quick work of leftover peppers, zucchini, mushrooms and tomatoes. Give whatever is left in there a try!
Mon, 02 Jun 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Do you run out of time to make breakfast some mornings? You're not alone in feeling pressed for time, so try this easy make ahead breakfast recipe to get your day off to an energized and delicious start!
This apple cinnamon baked oatmeal recipe is a perfect make ahead breakfast! You can bake it Sunday morning or on a weekday evening and just pop in the microwave to reheat. Its even tasty cold!
Mon, 26 May 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Women in their twenties and thirties are still lacking in the Folate department. Find out why it matters, and how you can ramp up your levels with food.
Tue, 20 May 2014 16:01:02 +0000
Traveling as a vegetarian can present some challenges. In Mexico, much of the traditional cuisine is meat-heavy. It's generally easy to find vegetarian food in upscale restaurants that cater to a tourist clientele, but where's the fun in eating all your meals in tourist restaurants? Fortunately, some Mexican classics work very well for vegetarian travelers, or can be made vegetarian with a few simple tweaks. Here's what to look for on your next Mexican vacation.
1. Jicama
Mon, 19 May 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Have you been trying to eat more naturally but hate how cold butter roughs up toast and never quite melts in time? Or maybe you read this article and are having trouble finding a margarine that's pure enough for your kitchen? This recipe is an easy fix for those looking to switch from margarine and is an all-natural way to enjoy your morning toast.
Fri, 16 May 2014 16:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Here we go again. Two years ago it was agave nectar; now it's brown rice syrup. As I have been seeing more and more questions on this hot sugar substitute on our Facebook page, I knew I should write up a proper piece to answer these concerns.
Wed, 14 May 2014 19:24:03 +0000
Last year I wrote about the danger of brominated vegetable oils (BVO) and reported that Gatorade (a division of Pepsi) announced it would remove BVO from its line. After a year and a half of public pressure, both Coke and Pepsi finally agreed last week to remove BVO from all of their drinks. Products affected in this announcement include Mountain Dew, Powerade, Amp, Fresca, and Fanta. Coke announced that BVO removal will be completed by the end of the year; Pepsi didn't specify a timeline.
It's late, but still better than never.
Mon, 05 May 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) If you or your little one plays sports, you know the days can be long. The healthy choices at the park or event are usually pretty slim. If you are there week after week pushing your body, you're going to want something that both feeds the hunger and nourishes your body to perform at its best. Here are some of my favourite ideas for game day snacks that you can feel good about.
Mon, 05 May 2014 13:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) There's big news on the nutrition front for those who suffer from asthma. Two recent Australian studies have shown that those who eat a diet high in processed foods and saturated fats are more likely to suffer from asthma symptoms – and get less relief from ventolin inhalers. Here's what the researchers found, and what it means for your health.
Thu, 01 May 2014 13:01:02 +0000
Beautiful skylines - that's probably what Hong Kong is most famous for. Even for someone like myself who was born and grew up there, I never get tired of looking at the gorgeous Hong Kong skyline.
Mon, 28 Apr 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Legumes are the ugly duckling of health foods- not as glamorous as berries, not as much hype as kale. Find out why you should have them every week and how to deal with the gas so you can enjoy your legumes in peace!
The legume family includes beans and peas. Some of the most common include kidney beans, black beans, cannellini beans, chickpeas/garbanzo beans, edamame (soy beans), lentils and peanuts.
Thu, 24 Apr 2014 13:01:02 +0000
Something in soda may pose a health risk, and this time it's not sugar. A coloring additive, caramel, has been the center of attention for two years by now. 4-methylimidazole is formed when caramel coloring is made. 4-methylimidazole is a known carcinogen in animal studies, and "possibly carcinogenic" to humans, according to WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer.
Mon, 21 Apr 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Ever wonder what oil you should be cooking with at home? Find out the best picks and what to avoid to maximize the heart healthy and inflammation lowering benefits of healthy oils.
Oils in my kitchen are either neutral or positive healthwise, meaning they won't negatively affect my health if I use them in moderation and some actually provide positive benefits like lowering inflammation, reducing "bad" LDL cholesterol and raising "good" HDL cholesterol.
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 13:01:02 +0000
I was in Hong Kong for my Chinese book launch last month. Some days I was working from dusk until midnight, but some days I was quite free to roam in the city. On a scorching hot day, I visited Zen Organics, an organic farm, where the owner served me a cup of hibiscus tea. After drinking a sip, I told myself I had to write about this tea upon my return home.
Tue, 15 Apr 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Here at HealthCastle Fraser Valley we know that superfoods don't have to be exotic to be packed with nutrients, and every season brings a new batch to spice up the kitchen. Find out why including in season produce is so important and what to pick up from the produce aisle this Spring.
Mon, 07 Apr 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Ever wonder why you don't have tortillas when you need them for taco night or what possessed you to toss ice cream in to your cart instead of frozen fruit? Do you get stuck grabbing take out a night or two a week because you realized you had no basics in the fridge or were out of milk? Learn the top 4 grocery shopping mistakes even healthy shoppers make and how to avoid below.
Mon, 31 Mar 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Looking for a stunning salad to bring to a dinner party that is still easy to put together and packed full of flavour and dazzling colour? You've come to the right spot. A few basic kitchen tools make quick work of the ingredients and some powerhouse nutrients make it a salad healthy enough to have every single day.
Mon, 24 Mar 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Whether you've been running for a few years or just got started, having a plan for nutrition and hydration leading up to, during and after your race can help make the experience a great one. Read on for nutrition tips to create your own customized race plan so you can perform at your peak and recover in no time.
Mon, 17 Mar 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Sometimes finding a recipe in time for dinner can be a momentous task – whether it is poorly measured yields that serve too many or taking longer than expected. Maybe it's just finding one that actually uses ingredients found in your own kitchen! Here are some of my favourites for simplicity and fab flavours.
Check how long it says it takes to make, then add 5-10 minutes. The recipe writers seem to chop a heck of a lot faster than I do when I get home from work.
Thu, 13 Mar 2014 16:35:26 +0000
Magnesium is an abundant mineral in the body and is naturally present in many foods. Magnesium is important in more than 300 chemical reactions that keep the body working properly.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for magnesium are shown below:
Tue, 11 Mar 2014 13:01:01 +0000
(HealthCastle) The FDA proposed an update to the Nutrition Facts label last week. The existing label is 20+ years old; it's really time to do so! Have you had a chance to take a look at the changes? I've taken the time to digest the information and am growing to like the changes more and more.
Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Green smoothies are all the rage these days, have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about? Find out what the benefits of green smoothies are today and get a great starter recipe that can be made with easy to find ingredients.
Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Do you know if or why you might need a post workout snack? Or if you'd be better off without one? Find out if your workout would benefit from a post workout snack as well as some quick, healthy and tasty ideas for ones you can whip up at home.
A post workout snack has two functions:
Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:00:57 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Fluoride is a trace mineral consumed most abundantly in drinking water.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for fluoride are shown below:
Tue, 25 Feb 2014 14:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) February is Potato Lover's Month. What better time to focus on this sometimes under-appreciated vegetable? (Yes, vegetable.) Potatoes are surprisingly nutritious – they are a good source of both Vitamin C and potassium – and can be a very healthy addition to any meal. Did you know that there are officially seven types of potatoes? Let's explore which types of potato work best for different dishes.
Mon, 24 Feb 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Looking for a quick and easy, family friendly fish recipe with some crunch and kick? Well you're in luck! Try out a new salmon recipe that can be pulled together and in the oven in under 10 minutes for a weeknight meal that's sure to please.
Salmon is rich in anti-inflammatory and heart healthy omega 3's
Flax provides heart and gut friendly soluble fibre, extra omega 3's and is a good source of magnesium and thiamine.
Thu, 20 Feb 2014 17:04:43 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Iodine is a trace mineral that the body needs to make thyroid hormones, which are essential for normal growth and development. Most of the world's iodine is found in the ocean, where it is concentrated by sea life, especially seaweed.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for iodine are shown below:
Tue, 18 Feb 2014 14:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Back in the good old days of air travel, when most flights of more than a couple of hours included a meal, it was easy for vegetarians to find food in-flight. All you had to do was request a vegetarian meal when you booked your ticket, and not only were you assured a vegetarian meal on the plane – you actually got your meal delivered to your seat before they started wheeling the cart down the aisle to dish out the standard-issue fare.
Mon, 17 Feb 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) One of the most overwhelming choices at the grocery store can be choosing a loaf of bread. Whole grain, whole wheat, multigrain, what's a person to do? Today we'll run down what you need to know to choose the best bread for your health goals.
A whole grain is made up of three parts; the bran, endosperm and the germ.
Mon, 10 Feb 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Spring break and reading break are almost upon us, and with those vacations comes a lot of excess calories and often unwanted weight gain. Read on to find out how to both indulge and relax without packing on the pounds this vacation.
Mon, 10 Feb 2014 14:01:02 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Valentine's Day gifts have become pretty predictable. Flowers. Chocolates. Jewelry. An overpriced dinner in a restaurant packed with other couples vying for the best table. It can all take the romance right out of the day. Instead of a stereotypical (read: boring and expensive) Valentine's Day, why not cook up a little romance at home? It may save your sanity (never mind your wallet) to spend the evening together whipping up tasty treats to share in your own kitchen.
Mon, 10 Feb 2014 06:56:48 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) When my clients hear the word "cooking oil", they often say that they've switched to one of the "healthier types of oils" such as olive oil, grapeseed oil, walnut oil etc.
Fri, 07 Feb 2014 20:31:31 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Hydration is key to performance and general health year round, find out why and how to keep yourself hydrated whether you're conquering the soccer field or that pile of paperwork in your office.
Did you know that thirst often masquerades as a craving? If you find yourself hungry for no real reason, try drinking something first. You'll be surprised at this sneaky reason you're dreaming of junk food mid-afternoon.
Thu, 06 Feb 2014 14:01:01 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Salmon is quite simply one of the healthiest foods you can eat. It's great for light but substantial meals, especially if you're trying to reduce your meat intake, and you can eat it in a wide variety of ways, from sushi to canned to grilled to baked. The American Heart Association recommends eating at least two servings of fish a week, particularly fatty fish like salmon. Let's take a look at the nutrition data to find out why!
One 3 oz serving of cooked Chinook salmon contains:
Mon, 03 Feb 2014 18:51:32 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Zinc is a mineral found in every body cell. It has been used since ancient times to help heal wounds, and it plays an important role in the immune system, reproduction, growth, taste, vision, smell, blood clotting, and proper insulin and thyroid function, to name just some of its important effects in the body.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for zinc are shown below:
Mon, 03 Feb 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Was your New Year's resolution to spend less on eating out or just to eat better? Having the right tools in the kitchen can make eating healthy a breeze. Learn how you can spend less time and effort while still turning out delicious homemade fare night after night.
Mon, 27 Jan 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Looking for a sweet treat that won't derail your healthy habits this year? Try homemade apple butter- its easy to make in the slow cooker and this version has all the deep dark caramel flavour with less added sugar and more filling, blood sugar beating fibre than the ones you normally find.
Wed, 22 Jan 2014 17:04:38 +0000
Mmm... coffee. If you're like most Americans, you like it. A lot. More than half of us drink at least one cup of coffee every single day.
It seems there's often conflicting information in the news about whether or not coffee is actually good for you. So, let's take a look at the nutrition data and see what we find!
1 cup (8 fl oz) of black coffee contains:
Mon, 20 Jan 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) For years frozen was a dirty word. But does it deserve it's bad rap? Read on to find out how and when to choose fresh or frozen fruits and veggies.
Fresh fruits and veggies are traditionally the most nutritious- they haven't been processed so they should have the most vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals, right?
Wed, 15 Jan 2014 17:32:25 +0000
At the beginning of every year, many of us rush to adopt New Year's resolutions, only to drop them within weeks. Forget overly lofty and unrealistic goals and take a look at these achievable resolutions instead. Here are our top 5 picks for simple steps that you can start doing right now, and always, on the road to a healthier you.
Mon, 13 Jan 2014 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Read on for a recipe that proves salads can be comfort food. With the peppery arugula and tender butternut squash packing a much needed nutrition punch to fend off cold and flu season you can gobble this one up, guilt free.
This recipe is a indulgent enough to serve at any dinner party, but with the added bonus of being quick enough to throw together in 20 minutes on a weeknight. Add some leftover grilled chicken breast and you've got a no fuss nutrient packed meal.
Mon, 06 Jan 2014 17:04:39 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) You may feel like you hear something about trans fat, or read something about it in the news, almost every day. It's true that trans fat is getting a lot of attention as more and more efforts are made to reduce trans fat levels in the foods we eat, or to ban it entirely. So what is it about trans fat that makes it subject to so much attention, why should you worry about whether it's in your food, and how can you avoid it until it is (inevitably, it seems) banned from food?
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(HealthCastle.com) Weight loss is more than what food you do and don't eat. To make it last you have to reshape your relationship with food.
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(HealthCastle.com) Is eating less white sugar one of your New Year's Resolutions? And are you curious about using natural sugar? If you do a lot of home baking, it may be one area where you're considering substitutions. Besides its sweetening power, sugar actually has a role in the texture of baked goods, so a certain amount of it is required to ensure that your product turns out. The tips below explain which natural sugars will work for which kinds of baked goods.
Agave nectar
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(Healthcastle.com) Every year we make New Year's resolutions. Lose 10 pounds. Save money. Fit in to a certain size of pants. And every year, we usually fall short of these goals or they don't stick for long. Learn how to make your health and food related New Year's resolutions stick this year with this simple process.
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(Healthcastle.com) With all the information swirling around about food and cancer, its hard to know what changes you can make to reduce your risk. Read on to find 4 ways to reduce your cancer risk through easy additions and changes to your diet.
Tue, 17 Dec 2013 17:07:47 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that your body stores it in fat tissue and the liver. It is best known for its role in helping blood clot, or coagulate, properly. In fact, the letter "K" in the name of this vitamin originally came from the German word koagulation.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for Vitamin K are shown below:
Mon, 16 Dec 2013 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) This year replace canned cranberry sauce with this fresh, simple uncooked cranberry concoction for more flavour and less damage to your diet. Cranberries are local here in BC, so take advantage of a fruit bursting with nutrients and tart, festive taste.
Tue, 10 Dec 2013 18:12:18 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Molybdenum is a trace mineral that your body uses in small amounts. It is essential for the functioning of many enzymes in the body.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for molybdenum are shown below:
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With all the talk about superfoods, its time we remember that they don't have to be exotic to be super nutritious. The much maligned brussel sprout is most definitely a superfood. Only 6 of these cute wannabe baby cabbages packs 90% of the RDA for Vitamin C! Not to mention they're packed with a ton of other nutrients from bone building Magnesium and Vitamin K to blood pressure lowering Potassium
Thu, 05 Dec 2013 17:00:00 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) We were so excited to receive a great care package from Getsnackbox.com that I had to share. For those of you who do not know what Getsnackbox is all about, it's a monthly subscription to healthy snacks! In short, you sign up and tell them where to send your snacks and wait for your care package to arrive. You will continue to receive a new package every month as long as you have chosen to do so. Each snack box comes with 10 to 12 items depending on the value and size of each product.
Thu, 05 Dec 2013 14:02:26 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Grapes have been around a really long time. In fact, the first grape varieties might date as far back as 6000 B.C.
Grapes from California, however, were not cultivated until1839 when a trapper from Kentucky planted the state's first table grape vineyard in the Mexican colonial pueblo now known as Los Angeles. California grapes, available May through January, are now shipped to more than 60 countries around the world.
3/4 cup of grapes contains:
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(Healthcastle.com) This week I'd like to introduce you to a neat resource for those of you looking to go more natural in all areas of health, from food to first aid. Natural health can be such a confusing area, so many supplements, suggestions and myths. Thankfully,the CHFA has summarized some of the most important natural health tools together for easy reading in the Canadian Family's Guide to Navigating Natural Health.
Who is CHFA?
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 16:59:01 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Vitamin E is the collective name for a group of compounds with specific antioxidant properties. Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol and alpha-tocopherol, is a fat-soluble vitamin, which means that extra amounts you consume are stored in your liver.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for Vitamin E are shown below:
Mon, 25 Nov 2013 17:00:00 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) Sports drinks, do you need one? Read on to find out when and why you'd need one, and when you're better off with plain water to meet your workout goals.
Sports drinks generally refer to electrolyte replacement drinks like Gatorade and Powerade. They are mainly a mixture of water, sugar, sodium and potassium designed to replace the fluid and electrolytes lost through sweat. Most sports drinks also contain dyes/colouring, something many of us are trying to minimize.
Mon, 25 Nov 2013 16:59:38 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Manganese is a trace mineral present in tiny amounts in the body. It is found mostly in bones, the liver, the kidneys, and the pancreas.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for manganese are shown below:
Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:01:03 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) You probably know that trans fats are bad for you: They raise your LDL (bad) cholesterol and can increase your risk of heart disease or stroke. Some countries have already banned them. In the United States, trans fats were not even required to be listed on product labels until 2006. Now, just seven years later, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is moving to phase artificial trans fats out from packaged foods sold in the United States.
Tue, 19 Nov 2013 14:01:03 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Thanksgiving is a time for families to celebrate together and be thankful. Let us help you celebrate this year with more healthy options. Whether you are looking to cut the fat, serve gluten free guests or to skip the high fructose corn syrup this year, we have some tips for you.
Easy Homemade Solutions
Mon, 18 Nov 2013 19:25:11 +0000
(Healthcastle.com) The holiday and party season is upon us! Studies show that the weight gain around this time of year is more than just an urban legend. It adds up to a solid 1-2 pounds per year for most adults, more for adults who are already overweight. This year, skip the weight gain altogether and stay one step closer to your best self with these easy strategies.
1. Bring a healthy dish to potlucks (see last week's idea here).
Mon, 18 Nov 2013 16:54:10 +0000
(HealthCastle.com) Copper is a trace mineral that functions as a coenzyme in many physiologic reactions.
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) for copper are shown below:

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The importance of being Archbishop Cranmer
Mark who?
Cranmer could have commented today upon riots in Dublin, the erosion of free speech, the Conservative Party's plans for government, or Labour's latest woe. He could even have turned his
For Cranmer has been having a little difficulty himself - something of a Facebook faceoff.
His Grace discovered that his account had been arbitrarily suspended a few weeks ago for 'violation of (their) terms and conditions'. They accused His Grace of 'not being a real person'
How dare they.
How very dare they.
His Grace responded to Facebook, insisting in the strongest terms that he was most definitely a real person.
A few days later, without any request for evidence to establish His Grace's veritable incarnation, his account was restored. But 'Archbishop Cranmer' had become plain old 'Tom Cranmer'.
How utterly, inappropriately and presumptuously familiar of them.
When His Grace appealed against this unauthorised diminution, he was granted the name 'Thomas Cranmer'. They would not restore his style or title.
His Grace would like all readers and communicants to know that Facebook now officially recognises him as a real person, and that Thomas Cranmer is his name. This ought to be sufficient for him to acquire an identity card at some point in the future.


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HTC Bravo may be launched in March
First appeared in December last year (without being officially announced), the high-end HTC Bravo might hit the market sooner than expected.
According to 3 Sweden's Facebook page, the Swedish carrier could launch the HTC Bravo in March. Knowing this, other European markets will probably have the Bravo at about the same time.
The features of HTC Bravo are pretty much similar to the ones of Google's Nexus One (which is also manufactured by HTC), including: a 3.7 inch WVGA AMOLED touchscreen display, Qualcomm Snapdragon CPU at 1GHz, HSPA, Wi-Fi, GPS, 5MP camera with autofocus, and Android 2.0 or 2.1.
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(KHQ) Four young brothers in Spokane, Washington have been working a lemonade stand all summer to raise money for school supplies.
The boys, who are originally from Afghanistan, immigrated with their mother two years ago from Russia. They ended up there after wars in the Middle East drove them from place to place. When they arrived in Spokane, they had next to nothing to their name.
So from 10 until 6 everyday, they've manned a lemonade stand outside their apartment complex.
"If you're not going to work hard, you're not going to get anything," one of the boys, Aziz Moltafet said. "You have to work hard to get something." Aziz the oldest brother at 14.
The idea was to make sure they have backpacks and school supplies ready for the first day. Their dream, however, was to get a computer to, to help them with their work.
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COURAGEOUS Katy Evans battled exhaustion to swim a mile for charity.
The 27-year-old, from Petersfield, swam 64 lengths of a 25m pool at Bedales School, where she was once a student. Eighteen months ago Katy was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, which causes crippling pain, swollen joints and fatigue.
Katy said she was inspired to do the swim by Leigh Walmsley, who also has the condition and competed in archery in the Paralympics.
She was joined by her dad Chris and mum Sue in the pool and collectively they have raised more than £1,400 for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society.
Katy said: 'I am overwhelmed by the support that we received. The swim was a personal challenge for me, to prove that nothing is impossible despite my diagnosis with rheumatoid arthritis and my parents and sister were wonderful support swimming with me on the night.
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Vital Funding for Cancer Patients; Health Reporter HELEN RAE Examines Why More People in the Region Are Gaining Access to Lifeextending Cancer Drugs
Byline: HELEN RAE
MORE patients across the North East are benefiting from new treatments funded by money allocated to the region for cancer treatment by the Government.
The North of England Cancer Drug Approvals Group (NECDAG) agreed at its recent meeting to use some of the cancer drug fund for treatments for patients with bladder and pancreatic cancers.
The new treatments are Vinflunine for patients with bladder cancer after initial treatment has failed and Sunitiub for a rare form of pancreatic cancer (pancreatic neuroendocrine cancers).
In April, the Government announced that the North East would receive a pounds 11.3m share of the national pounds 200m fund to spend on cancer drugs not funded by the NHS during 2011/12.
This follows an interim allocation of pounds 2.8m received last autumn, which has helped 180 patients in the North East.
Graham Jackson, consultant haematologist with NECDAG, said: "These additional funds represent potential benefits for some patients seeking cancer treatment.
"Because we already had a process in place for agreeing cancer drugs via NECDAG in the region, we were able to bring our experiences together to work in an innovative and collaborative way and ensure more patients can access potentially life-enhancing drugs, fairly, quickly and when they need them the most.
"As soon as the funding was announced we were able to agree applications with consultants and agree treatments for patients with breast cancer, bowel cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, early bone marrow cancer, renal cancer, primary liver cancer and blood cancer."
Ken Bremner, chair of NECDAG, who is also chief executive of City Hospitals Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, added: "We are very pleased to have this additional money to use on new cancer treatments because it means we are able to provide drugs that we would otherwise not have been able to.
"Before we had this additional money for cancer drugs, we had to make very difficult decisions about the funding of expensive treatments, which we know offer only a limited extension to life and sometimes which have shown relatively small clinical benefits.
"However, we recognise how important it is to patients and their families to have access to these treatments and we know that these decisions will be very much welcomed by clinicians and by patients and their families."
Over the coming year, doctors working in cancer care will continue to bring new applications for new treatments that have not been considered by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) to NECDAG.
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Today's special educators are versatile, multi-talented teachers who bring support services into the general education classroom and who collaborate and co-teach with general educators to give students with disabilities access to the same curriculum as other students.
Reading specialists have a deep understanding of how diverse students learn to read and the nature of reading difficulties, but they also offer much more: They shape and promote effective school-wide reading policies, provide professional development to school staff and improve reading curricula and programs at the school or district level. They are creative leaders who address state mandates such as Response to Intervention (RTI).
Special educators are exceptional teachers and co-teachers, working with students in a variety of settings from inclusion classrooms to more self-contained environments. They mentor other teachers, manage teams, coach paraprofessionals and work closely with parents.
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A mum who thought she was pregnant six months after having her first child was horrified to discover she actually had cancer. Frankie Wedgewood, 22, suffered severe stomach pains and was told by her doctor she was expecting.
The news floored the new mum, from Malton, North Yorkshire, as she and her fiancé Will Fisher, 25, had just celebrated their son Freddy's six month birthday!
The nursery nurse, said: "I knew I wasn't pregnant though as my fiancé is in the army and had been away serving so it was impossible.
"At first the GP thought I had an ectopic pregnancy, but tests revealed this wasn't the case and nothing showed up on scans.
"It was a confusing time, I just didn't have a clue what was going on. I was then transferred for scans and further tests at Sheffield's Weston Park Hospital."
Finally, in March 2012, Frankie was diagnosed with Choriocarcinoma – a quick-growing form of cancer that mimics and originates from a pregnancy.
Tumours begin growing in the cells that would normally develop into the placenta during pregnancy and can continue to grow even after the placenta is removed.
Frankie said: "It was all a bit of a shock, but I felt in safe hands at Weston Park. All the staff were great and explained everything really well."
She started a four month course of chemotherapy in March 2012 and was treated on the Teenage Cancer Unit (TCU) where baby Freddy was able to stay with her.
She said: "What made things a lot easier during my treatment is that Freddy was allowed to stay overnight with me when I was on the TCU.
"From August to November I started my second round of treatment, which was a bit harder as Freddy was one, but he is a good child and Will was granted leave from the army to help look after us. My mum also lives close to me, so she was a big support.
"I've now completed my treatment and I'm being closely monitored and will return to Weston Park Hospital soon for check-ups. The nurses are great and if I have any problems or queries I know I can contact them.
"I'm now looking forward to the future and walking down the aisle this summer where I will be thinking of all the amazing staff that helped to get me there."


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Commuter Challenge
May has been proclaimed Richmond Bike Month by city council, and the Mayor challenges those who live or work in Richmond to enter the Commuter Challenge. Register to get entered in the challenge, and receive weekly tips and reminders to log your commute. You can win some helpful new commuter gear, and even a new bicycle!
Note: You must log at least 6 days to be eligible for the prize drawings.
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Bike To Work Day
Friday, May 17th at Monroe Park. Gather at 7am for refreshments and speakers, including Mayor Dwight Jones. Ride at 7:30 to City Hall!
Last year's Bike to Work Day was a great success, and groups from around town gathered in Monroe Park:
By participating in the Commuter Challenge, you are automatically entered in a raffle to win either a Men's or Women's Giant Escape:
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It's difficult to be taken seriously when you are a member of the Magical community and saddled with the unfortunate name 'Goldie Locke'. It certainly doesn't help if you are also about five feet tall, blond, and most commonly described as 'cute.' What was a girl to do? Become one of the most dreaded Magical environmental lawyers of all time? Goldie isn't there yet, but she's well on her way when a case drags her into uncharted territory.
"Mary Sue and her Magical Menagerie"
Let the Magical Mayhem begin! Cindy Eller has not one, but two weddings to prepare for in less than two weeks when the cupcakes hit the fan - a mysterious man has appeared, claiming to be betrothed to Cindy and that she must marry him before her sister's nuptials can take place. Obviously this doesn't sit well with Cindy's Ordinary boyfriend, Timothy. That's the way to cake - and the wedding - crumbles!
"fun, humorous fantasy"
Antigone Baehr is almost eighteen when her life takes a bizarre turn. All those feelings she'd had her whole life that she was different from all of her peers were actually true -- she is something called 'unlife'. Now forced to face Death face-to-face, Annie finds herself caught up in a future she never wanted for herself-- is she fated for Death? Or to be Death?
Cindy's Ordinary boyfriend is missing and nobody seems to know where he has gone. Cindy is convinced that something horrible has happened to him, but every attempt she has made to find him - magical or otherwise - has offered no explanation. Then she learns that her mysterious father is behind it all. How can she fight against powers she doesn't even understand - especially when her own Magic is acting up worse than ever before?
Life isn't always sweet for magical baker, Cindy Eller. All her life she's been cursed - every man she's ever kissed has turned into a toad. Love isn't likely to come her way. If that weren't a big enough problem, her "curse" has come to the attention of the Council of Magic and she may never be able to use her powers. Enter the perfect man - handsome, sweet, and loves food just as much as Cindy does. It would seem to be a match made in Heaven, or is it?
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Goldie Locke, of the Three Baehrs Magical Law firm, has spent the last several months putting together a special preserve for endangered Magical creatures. She finally has a space where she can protect the last remnants that have survived the separation from Faerie. She is also caring for her critically ill stepmother, Gwyn, and her young brother - the spitting image of her murdered father. With her own well-being also hanging in the balance, she just doesn't have time to plan the wedding of the century.
"A new look at Goldielocks ..."
Goldie's life has been in upheaval ever since a bite from a were bear has rendered her caught somewhere between were and witch. As she struggles with this transformation she is hired to find heiress Paige Turner, whose kidnapping involves vampires, ancient legends, and a series of brutal murders. Does Goldie have the strength and courage to face the danger that lies ahead in rescuing Paige, when she herself is trying to adapt to her new way of life?
"Baehrly Bitten"
Sundala is a magical land populated by the Eight Races: Man, Elves, Imps, Dragons, Karduul, Hagri, and Isliji. For eight hundred years they have lived in their separate ways, but now they must draw together as one to unite against a common enemy or face complete and utter destruction. Kyraen Aduli, slave in Sorcerer Balin's house, knows little of what is happening in the land, until he sends her with an odd companion to seek for the last hope that Sundala has.
Death is nothing to fear when what you fear most is yourself. Afraid of herself and what she might become, 17-year-old Tess has run away from home. On the streets there is no comfort for her, for she can feel the emotions of everyone around her at all times, and is terrified that she is being driven mad.
Meg's whole world has crumbled out from under her. Her only family, her father, has died, leaving her alone and destitute. She can only see one option - driving away to wherever the road takes her. Her road ends in Trinity, Newfoundland, a place of rare beauty, and the frigid sea all around. Meg has never seen the sea before, and is captivated by it, drawn to the ocean to the point of obsession. When she meets Devin Horan, he completely shreds all the truths she thought she knew about herself and the world around her.
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Greece secures bailout from Europe and IMF
LONDON -- Greece on Sunday announced a long-awaited deal with the European Union and International Monetary Fund for a $145 billion financial rescue, an unprecedented package aimed at preventing a far broader debt crisis from engulfing other nations in Europe.
The agreement is a financial lifeline for a country staggered by repeated budget deficits and economic malaise. In exchange for the loan, Greek government officials have promised to continue an array of reform measures that, among other things, already have cut pensions and raised taxes.
Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou is leading the effort to sell the austerity measures to his constituents, seeking to overcome opponents who unleashed a violent public backlash over the weekend, as tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets.
"I have done and will always do whatever it takes for the country not to go bankrupt," Papandreou said in a somber televised address on Sunday. "I know that with the decisions today, our citizens must suffer greater sacrifices. The alternative, however, would be catastrophe and greater suffering for us all."
It is the first time the nations that use the euro will come to the aid of one of their own since the creation of Europe's principal currency 11 years ago. The bailout aims to stave off the possibility, raised by economists and investors, that Greece's troubles could in turn spook investors in Portugal, Spain and Italy, preventing national governments from being able to repay their debts and spreading a financial contagion that could stifle the European economy for years. The three-year package is also the largest international rescue to be backed by the IMF.
It remains far from certain whether the bailout will work. Facing violent protests at home, Greece may yet be forced to roll back spending cuts, unraveling the deal. Also, bailing out Greece alone may not be enough. In past economic crises in Asia and Latin America, for instance, the IMF ultimately was forced to rescue not one but several nations in order to restore investor confidence.
Officials strongly deny the need for aid elsewhere, but the finances of European nations and other developed countries are by some measures in the worst shape since World War II, as many governments increased spending and saw tax collection drop in the wake of the global economic crisis.
In recent months, panicked investors have been driving up borrowing costs for financially troubled Portugal and, more prominently, Spain, the fourth largest economy in continental Europe. Greece's troubles have also roiled U.S. markets and cast a pall over the budding economic recovery.
If conditions worsen, some analysts think, the IMF and E.U. may be forced to offer financial lifelines to Spain and Portugal. But with Greece's bailout already unpopular in countries such as Germany that are largely footing the bill, further bailouts could prove politically impossible.
Debt loads are now so high that even bastions of stability such as Britain are under close watch, with analysts saying it must begin to trim its whopping deficit to shore up long-term investor confidence. Cutting the deficit and avoiding a Greek-like crisis has emerged as a major issue in this week's British elections.
The proposed cuts in Greece include a new round of reductions in salaries for state workers, more flexibility to fire them, an increase in the value-added tax from 21 percent to 23 percent, and higher taxes on fuel, tobacco and alcohol. More state-run industries are expected to be privatized, and military spending will be slashed.
The government is preparing to submit special legislation to Parliament that would move the agreement forward; it is expected to approve the measures by Friday. A top E.U. official said Sunday that the group was activating the bailout funds and that Greece would receive the first payment by May 19, when part of its debt comes due.


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But im confued when it says: First, I am declaring a new global variable called destroyed. Now, look at the events:
Event 1: on the start of the layout (think about ADDED_TO_STAGE if you love AS3) I am setting destroyed variable to zero and set the dynamic text to Destroyed: 0/6?.
What does it mean when he says :declaring a new global variable?
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7th Pay Commission – Committee of Secretaries on Allowances may announce interim awards to appease Employees and Pensioners
7th Pay Commission – Committee of Secretaries on Allowances – The announcement will come along with the approval of the bonus, a top Finance Ministry's official told in anonymity.
Even as thousands of pensioners have registered their protest against the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission, saying that the increase suggested by the panel was measly, the government is scrambling to appease them with interim awards.
The two committees set up to look into the anomalies in pensions and allowances are expected to announce some compensation for the pensioners, in an attempt to blunt the criticism. The review report of the panels is expected to be submitted in the next 10-15 days. The report that seeks to revise the allowances, will be submitted to the Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.
"They are expected to announce some interim award. The government will consider them," a senior government official told Times of India, on condition of anonymity. After scores of pensioners and government employees slammed the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission, saying that the increase was not enough, some employee associations raised the demand for a revision.
As of January 1, 2016, the salaries and allowances of all pensioners was raised by 14.3 per cent, according to the recommendations. The salaries and allowances of those in the upper bracket were raised by up to 23 per cent. The recommendations of the 7th pay Commission were approved by the Cabinet in June 2016, with the assurance that all arrears and raise in salaries will be applicable for the same financial year, that is, 2016-17.
The announcement will come along with the approval of the bonus, a top Finance Ministry's official told in anonymity.
"All new allowances is likely to propose doubling of existing rates of allowances," he said.
"The government had set up a 'Committee on Allowances' under the chairmanship Finance Secretary on July 22 for examination of the recommendations of 7th Pay Commission on allowances other than dearness allowance because the pay commission had recommended abolition of 51 allowances and subsuming 37 others after examining 196 allowances" he added.
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Opening act was a dandy
You shouldn't need any additional evidence. One game in the 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs has already demonstrated that the road to a repeat title is going to be long, twisty and replete with pot holes.
And I say this after a win.
Ah, but what a win. For the first time in 17 years the Bruins entered a postseason overtime locked in scoreless embrace with a dogged foe. When last it happened, they lost to the New Jersey Devils, and they lost the series, as well. Thursday night was a pleasingly different story.
The Bruins delighted the sellout TD Garden gathering with a 1-0 win over the Washington Capitals, thanks to a Chris Kelly goal at 1:18 of the OT.
The winner came at the culmination of a bang-bang scenario that began with a Tim Thomas stonewall of a shot off the stick of Marcus Johannson. Kelly capped the ensuing transition with a blast coming from the right of Washington goalkeeper Braden Holtby, the puck entering the net over the goalie's left shoulder.
How many times is the winning OT goal scored in just this fashion, with the team failing to convert on a very good scoring opportunity surrendering a goal at the other end seconds later? Probably only two million or so times. You can look it up.
It sure didn't surprise Thomas.
"It flashed through my mind that last year when I'd make a big save in a situation like that we would come down and score,'' Thomas said. "I had a good feeling.''
He had an even better feeling when he saw it was Kelly racing down the left wing with the puck.
"He's been winging a few past me in practice the last couple of days,'' Thomas said. "He doesn't think so. He's humble. But I've seen it.''
Kelly was characteristically modest when asked to recount what has to be the biggest goal of his career. "I was probably the most surprised person in the building,'' he said. "I think it might have gone off the defenseman's stick.''
Maybe so, but that's quite kosher in this sport.
Now let's return to the issue, which is that there may be no more unpredictable, unanalyzeable, fasten-your-seat-beltable, head-scratchable postseason exercise than the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Never forget that last year while the Bruins most certainly won Lord Stanley's Cup, fair and square, that didn't mean they were much more than just an itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeney better than the Canucks, not to mention another six, eight, or 10 teams in the league. The ultimate difference was the transcendent play of Thomas, plus a favorable rating from the Puck God, who smiled on them for reasons best known to Himself. A few different bounces here and there and we'd be discussing a team entering Year 30 of a championship drought, as opposed to evaluating this team's chances of repeating.
The Bruins are the second seed in the East. They accumulated 102 points in the regular season. The Capitals are the seventh seed. They had 92 points.
Big deal.
It doesn't matter, and something else that apparently doesn't matter is that the Caps are down to their third string goaltender, a 22-year-old lad named Braden Holtby. Any position-by-position matchup of the teams would have given the goalie edge to the Bruins by a ridiculously big margin, but had you dropped in from Venus or Jupiter or Ulan Bator to see your first hockey game, you would not have been able to tell which goalie was a two-time Vezina Trophy winner and an all-time playoff hero a year ago, and which one was involved in his first Stanley Cup game, and was doing so after making just 21 career starts, period.
The Bruins made the young man earn his pay, racking up a 26-7 shots-on-goal advantage in the first two periods while being unable to score on both a four-minute double-minor in the first period and a 4-on-3 power play in the second.
"He worked hard,'' saluted Thomas. "I hope he expended a lot of energy and wore himself out a little bit. I hope he doesn't play that well again.''
The Kid had no excuses on the winning goal. "Yeah, I don't really know what happened on it,'' he said. "I kind of lost it a little bit. I really don't know.''
His coach was very supportive, as could be expected. "He'll be fine,'' said Dale Hunter. "He has a lot of confidence. It was just one of those shots right under the post. Not many goalies would have had it.''
If Holtby is smart, he will come away from this series having learned something just by watching and listening to the man at the opposite end of the ice. For Thomas was as good as he had to be, and in a 0-0 game that's saying a lot. He saved his best work for the third period, which was understandable since he had so little work for long stretches of this game, his biggest enemy was boredom.
But Thomas has been around long enough to know something about the ebb and flow of a Stanley Cup game. He knew that the ridiculous 26-7 shots-on-goal discrepancy meant just one thing as he entered period 3.
"You knew the tables were going to turn and they would get their burst, sooner or later,'' he pointed out. "I was mentally prepared going into the third period.''
Tim Thomas is always prepared, physically and mentally. You think he doesn't realize how small his team's working margin was last year, and how it has shrunk even further this year? He knows, all right.


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