Vegetarian Means Vegan, Right?

Actually vegetarians tend to differ from what Vegans consider themselves to be. The exact reasons for why, evade me at the moment.

I eat plenty of vegetables but also enjoy eggs so I think this means I may be a vegetarian but I am not a vegan because eggs are not on their menu. I need to watch my calories and weight.

Veganism, if I may, seems to be more like a religion than just a healthy eating regime. I think the term is applied to not only eggs but even to wearing things that may have once been alive, like leather.

I have no feelings on this one way or another and think our life choices are just that, our life choices.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

What People Around The World Eat For Breakfast

By Amy Nutt

Throughout the world, 'breakfast' is an important cultural tradition associated with the start of a new day. Because 'breakfast' is such an important meal, many countries have developed their own unique culinary delights to begin each day.

Breakfast in America: Eggs, English muffins, toast, cereal, tea, coffee, milk, bacon or sausage, hash browns, and fruit and fruit juice.

Breakfast in Canada: Pancakes and Canadian maple syrup, Canadian bacon, eggs, English muffins, toast, cereal, tea, coffee, milk, hash browns, and fruit and fruit juice.

Breakfast in the United Kingdom: Tea and coffee, toast, bacon, sausage, grilled kidneys, eggs, grilled tomato and mushrooms, oatmeal or cold cereal, smoked fish, buns, crumpets, and brown bread with butter, honey, jam, or marmalade.

Breakfast in Russia: Hot tea, breads such as black bread, sausage, fried eggs, cucumber pickles, finger sandwiches made with ham and cheese, lox on whole-wheat bread, Kasha (cereal) and tvorog (soft curd cheese) are all popular breakfast foods.

Breakfast in Australia: Eggs, toast with butter and jam, cereal with milk, and tea or coffee. Spaghetti or baked beans and bacon on top of toast is also a popular morning meal

Breakfast in China: Mainly rice with a bit of vegetables and meat.

Breakfast in Central America: A variety of egg dishes, chorizo and other sausages, tortillas, pan dulce (sweet bread), fresh fruit and fruit juices, and fried plantains. Chocolate beverages are popular for breakfast. Refried beans, fried rice and tortillas are also part of the meal.

Breakfast in South America: South Americans enjoy a light breakfast. Foods can include coffee with milk, pan dulce, Medialunas, (small croissants) and tea or yerba mate.

Breakfast in Turkey: Turkish breakfasts can include: tea, coffee, bread, softened butter and honey, su bregi (noodle pastry filled with soft white cheese and parsley,) boiled eggs, black olives, cucumbers, and tomatoes.

Breakfast in Israel: Western breakfasts are popular as well as yogurt, herring, cucumbers, tomatoes, and fruits.

Breakfast in France: Coffee with milk, espresso, hot chocolate with tartines, slices of baguette with jam, black bread; scrambled eggs with mushrooms and tomatoes.

Breakfast in the Netherlands: Poached eggs with ham placed on toast with cheese or bread and butter.

Breakfast in Germany: Bread rolls or toast with butter, honey, or jam, ham or sausage, soft boiled eggs, and coffee.

Breakfast in Switzerland: Sliced meats, cheese, yogurt, prepared fruit, butter, croissants, and breads and rolls.

Breakfast in Greece: Bread, cheese, fruit, and coffee

Breakfast in Italy: Brioche (type of croissant) and a cappuccino or coffee.

Breakfast in Belgium: Bread with coffee or tea, fruit juice, cereals, soft boiled eggs, currant loaves, croissants, sandwiches, and almond paste cakes.

Breakfast in Sweden: Bread with margarine and cheese, smoked ham, or turkey, yogurt with muesli and banana, and cereal.

Breakfast in Ireland: Fried meats, fried bread, white and black puddings, and Irish soda bread.

Breakfast in Scotland: Oatcakes, scones, and Arbroath smokies (small haddock) porridge, and brown bread and butter.

Breakfast in India: Foods vary from region to region. Popular meals can include eggs with spices, potatoes, and onions, coffee, fruits and yogurt, appam (thin rice pancakes filled with spiced meat or potatoes and vegetables), idi-appam (rice noodles with sweet coconut milk or a meat curry), idli (small steamed cakes made with rice and split peas) and puttu (crushed rice and coconut steamed and served with bananas and milk). The Hindi breakfast dish khichri is made with rice, lentils, and spices.

Breakfast is a ritual practiced around the world. The unique cultural differences make breakfast an important and delicious culinary tradition.

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Learn About The Fantastic Range Of Franke Sinks

By Lucy Marciani

As would reasonably be expected from the world's leading provider of kitchen equipment, when you buy a Franke Sink, you are getting something a little more than a simple kitchen sink. Indeed, such is the breadth of knowledge built over their respected history, they can advise which style and fitting would suit you best.

This advice will be needed; with an impressive range of sinks to choose from and a veritable galaxy of options to tailor it to your most specific of needs. Whether you decide to choose from a Granite Topmount design, a rustic Fireclay Apron Fronted double sink for your country kitchen, or a more traditional single bowl Stainless Steel Worktop fitting, you are sure to find the ideal option.

For those looking for something a little beyond the ordinary; their range of Polished Brass and Titanium sinks could be just perfect. But whichever is selected, you can be sure of only the finest finish, non-porous, wonderfully colored and toughened materials that will last a lifetime. If you really want to put your sink through its paces, go for the Granite option. It will be literally as tough as stone.

If a stronger guarantee is needed, then you need look no further than some of the best Michelin starred restaurant kitchens across the world. With Stainless Steel gauges of anything up to 16gauge, (professional quality density), you will be in very good company.

Whilst stainless steel is a brilliant material, it still needs some care and attention. For example; protective rubber mats should only be used sparingly, and removed immediately after use. If left in, these will only serve to trap iron deposits and cause discoloration. Once you have finished using the sink, give it a wipe with a dry cloth to remove all excess moisture and allow it to breath.

For all other care and maintenance issues, and advice on how to add to the appeal of your sink Franke can be relied upon for a dedicated system of support and guidance. Available worldwide via the phone, online, through email or in store through their network of providers, they will be only too happy to answer your questions.

Ensuing good maintenance will bring its own benefits. It has been delivered to you in the best possible condition, and a Franke Sink can be considered a small investment to your home and lifestyle. It is also a focal point in the heart of the home. Look after it well, and it will look after you.

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Flora Probiotic Supplements: What You Should Know

By John Dagmaroli

Human body is a store house of bacteria. Nearly 2 pounds of the human body weight constitute bacteria. The bacteria present within the body can be good or bad. Good bacteria present inside the body helps the body enormously. The bad or the harmful ones are often the root cause of several diseases.

Importance of the Good Bacteria of the Human Gut: The gut flora of the human beings has the remarkable ability to do wonders. This can defend against the growth of malignant cells, contagions and tumor. Yet another advantage of the healthy gut flora is that they help in preserving the resistance of the body. They are also involved in the synthesis of vitamins within the body.

Lactobacillus salivirus is one such friendly bacterium that can wipe out the deleterious bacteria within the system. This bacteria secretes acidophil that is often helpful in defending against the calumnious bacteria that gets into the human body.

If you are attacked by a fungal or a bacterial infection or if you have problems in digesting your food, then allopathic medicines can really help you. The medications prescribed have the capability to ward off the bacteria within the system. But, it is very unfortunate that the bacteria, both good and bad get drained off on account of the intake of antibiotics. This induces tiredness and fatigue which in turn causes energy drain. Such a problem can easily be overcome with the help of probiotics.

How the Flora Probiotic Supplements can be Used! The enzymes present in the human body collaborate with the bacterial suspension in the probiotic supplements and help in recuperating the balance of gut bacteria within the human body.

The regular consumption of probiotics can effectively keep the body at normal. The main concern regarding the intake of probiotic supplements is the fact that they often find it tough to outlast the acidic atmosphere present in the human abdomen.

But there are a few flora probiotic supplements that have been able to overcome the stomachs acidity and reach out the intestines. Those that do so have proven to give invaluable benefits to the human body. Only the supplements that reach the intestines without getting mutated or deactivated can be powerful and effective. They are the ones that can offer the full benefits too.

The biggest disfavor comes into picture when the bacterial suspension gets mutated before entering the human gut. Due to this mutation happening during its path through the digestive track, then become toxins and prove to be harmful to the human body. Sometimes, they die and become useless too. Such inactive dead bacterial intake becomes poisonous and needs to be ejected out of the body within the earliest possible time frame.

Flora probiotic supplements have a unique place and popularity among the other supplements that are in existence. They regularize the digestion and help in keeping the human body level headed for a long time. However, before you move on, please take up the suggestions from your family doctor regarding the regular probiotic supplement intake.

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Gifts Are The Most Adorable Partners Of Coffee

By Goddess Johnson

Coffee reminds of us of the time we spend with our friends, enjoying one another's company, long after the meal has ended. Gifts also say a lot. There isn't a person around who doesn't enjoy getting a gift. If you combine the two you, can show your friends and loved ones how much you care about them.

For a simple gift, take a beautiful coffee cup, wrap it, and tie it in a bow. If simple isn't your thing, you can center your gift on an elaborate gift basket filled with rich coffees from all over the world. Add a few creamers and spices for flavor to remind them of you ever time they take a sip.

To really show your friends your appreciation, locate unusual bread or coffee cake recipes. If your friend really likes a certain flavor, try to find recipes that include their favorite flavor as an ingredient. Bake a batch of bread or coffee cake and wrap it in a gorgeous tea towel. Don't forget to tie the towel with a ribbon. Attach a little charm and the recipe. Remember to include a set of coffee cups and a cute mini butter knife.

If you're still need gift ideas, take the time to look around the kitchen department of any store, and you're bound to find something new and exciting. Anyone who loves to cook will love a new kitchen gadget, but make your gift selection carefully. Just because your friend likes cooking gourmet food doesn't mean that they're a coffee aficionado.

You can host a coffee tasting party in the wintertime. Your guests can know what they're drinking, or they can have a blind taste test where they are introduced to new roasts and blends. Use a wide variety of coffee flavors for your guests, from mild to strong, and remember to include a few exotic flavors, too. Don't forget to provide your guests with sweeteners like sugar, honey, and sugarless alternatives. Treats also go well with coffee, so you may want to serve something that has allspice, nutmeg, or cinnamon. Try cutting breads or tea and coffee cakes up into tiny shapes.

Since the other senses come into play when enjoying coffee, set the table with soft materials for the table covering, whole coffee beans for aroma and texture and play music that fits your theme. Take the time to set an atmosphere of relaxation, friendship and enjoyment so your friends know you are happy to have them there.

Put together little parting gifts in beautiful bags. You can put samples of coffees in small cello bags tied with ribbon. Gourmet coffee stores sell spoons coated with chocolate and other flavors that could be tied to the bag as an embellishment. Include a handwritten note telling your friend some things you appreciate about them.

Now if we look at the outside world full of work load & busy schedule, there's no time to make relationships. But a cup of coffee with someone can do your job very easily. A coffee with a small gift can be a good starter to a relationship. Coffee, gifts & friends are the 3 inseparable ingredients of a "relationship" soup.

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