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		<title>Benefits of Freezer Cooking</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:48:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In freezer cooking, every meal is all planned out for a particular day and time. Freezer cooking is both a technique of food preparation and food preparation, a way to save time, money and to make the free freezer space &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/benefits-of-freezer-cooking/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In freezer cooking, every meal is all planned out for a particular day and time. Freezer cooking is both a technique of food preparation and food preparation, a way to save time, money and to make the <a title="free freezer space" href="http://freefreezers.com">free freezer space</a> more useful and practical as possible. Freezer cooking is usually done on a one month basis, in which the person would take up the challenge of preparing the prospect meals for the entire month in a single day. On the outset, it may seem ridiculous and somewhat impossible but a lot of frugal moms out there have already repeatedly tried this and they always assert that it works everytime.</p>
<p>In freezer cooking, food is prepared and apportioned to a particular meal time and date, thus making meal preparation organized. Apart from this, there are lots of <a title="benefits of freezer cooking" href="http://freezercooking.net">benefits of freezer cooking</a> that you could experience if you ever decide to try this one out.</p>
<p>The fact that you can have your meals ready anytime is a huge advantage to the homeowner already. Especially for moms out there who are leading a busy lifestyle. After all, you wouldn&#8217;t want to spend a portion of your time just thinking on what to cook. With freezer cooking you only have to refer to your predefined meal planning chart that you have prepared beforehand, and then you&#8217;ll know which food to take out from the freezer to cook for you and for the rest of the family. You will discover that freezer cooking will make a difference when it comes to saving time.</p>
<p>Another thing is that with meal preparation already organized, there are fewer hassles to come across with. You don&#8217;t have to panic around on what food to prepare and you don&#8217;t have to stress yourself out just thinking about prospect meals.</p>
<p>And most of all, the issue of saving money is very well emphasized and complementary in freezer cooking technique. There will be no hasty expenses on food because everything is all planned out. Preparing the meal a month ahead alone warrants you to apportion your expenses in the most efficient way. Isn&#8217;t this something that all frugal moms prefer?</p>
<p>Try out freezer cooking and discover how it can make a huge difference.</p>
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		<title>Businesses Can’t Go Wrong With Pizza by a Utah County Catering Company</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:10:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Don’t throw the same old office event ever again; hire a Utah county catering company that serves pizza. Every employee will be impressed as well as satisfied with the selection of pizza. Mouths start to water when the word pizza &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/businesses-cant-go-wrong-with-pizza-by-a-utah-county-catering-company/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don’t throw the same old office event ever again; hire a <a href="http://www.malawispizza.com/menu.html">Utah county catering</a> company that serves pizza. Every employee will be impressed as well as satisfied with the selection of pizza. Mouths start to water when the word pizza is mentioned, so why not bring the freshest ingredients and create a gourmet meal that all will enjoy?</p>
<p>Make sure to hire a Utah county catering company that offers gourmet pizzas and not the kind of pizzas that taste like cardboard. Make sure they have:</p>
<ul>
<li>Fresh Ingredients</li>
<li>Portable Wood-Fired Oven</li>
<li>Option of Gluten Free Dough</li>
<li>Banquet Options</li>
<li>Buffet Options</li>
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<p>A Utah county catering company that has their own portable wood-fired oven is sure to create the most savory pizzas out there. This isn’t just another pizza thrown together; this can be a highlight of the event.  When fresh vegetables, meats, and other toppings are carefully mixed, it can create a fine dining experience.</p>
<p>It is also important to make sure the Utah county catering company is able to accommodate the entire business. Whether the company has 20 employees or 600, the catering company should be able to meet their needs. When contacting the company, they should be able to assess the needs of the occasion and then offer reasonable pricing. They will ask questions to ensure the event turns out exactly what is expected so there are no surprises. There are few things worse than running out of food at a company event. Each guest will be treated well and will thoroughly enjoy the food!</p>
<p>Even if pizza is not for everybody, the Utah county catering company can offer pastas as well as fresh salads. It can be tough to accommodate all the likes and dislikes of many employees, but this sounds like the perfect combination to keep everyone happy.</p>
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		<title>Late Night Ordering Food Online</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:30:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Late night eating is something that is fairly common for many people for a multitude of different reasons. Sometimes a person can be up really late into the night either studying or working depending on if they are in the &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/late-night-ordering-food-online/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Late night eating is something that is fairly common for many people for a multitude of different reasons. Sometimes a person can be up really late into the night either studying or working depending on if they are in the real world working or still studying at school. Sometimes a person will want to eat late at night because they are drunk or under the influence of something which will cause them to be hungry. Then, there are some people who are just vegging out and watching television and therefore want something to munch on while doing so. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of people who get the urge to eat late at night and do not feel like preparing their own meal and would prefer to order food from a restaurant. There is now the option for a person in this situation, who is hungry late at night, to order their food online and have it delivered to their house or ready for pick up.</p>
<p>There are many places that will stay open really late because they know that they have a crowd that will order food from them and that they will then make a profit from staying open late as a result.</p>
<p>A good thing about keeping the option open for people to order <a href="http://www.vellka.com/">takeout delivery</a> food online is that many people will look up food places on the Internet late at night and see what is open, so a place that has a place to order online can garner more business by the easy access and the lack of effort that a person has to put forth. Especially if a person is in the library until a late hour, they are going to need to be quiet and if they can just order on the internet than they do not need to leave their seat and all their stuff to place an order for food, which is very good for a person who is studying late into the night,</p>
<p>Ordering food on the Internet can certainly save a person a lot of hassle as they will not have to call the place themselves and they can just click on the things that they want, it really cannot get much easier than that. It can also be convenient for people late night because they will not want to wake any other person up and they can very quietly order from their computer and not make noise that will be too much.</p>
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		<title>Who Should Take Food Safety Courses?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:50:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many schools online and offline say that they have food safety courses. This will get some a certificate. Those who take this can learn a whole lot. The question that some have though is who should be taking these courses? &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/who-should-take-food-safety-courses/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many schools online and offline say that they have food safety courses. This will get some a certificate. Those who take this can learn a whole lot. The question that some have though is who should be taking these courses? They need to learn all these things, but some wonder if it is necessary to pay money to take these classes.</p>
<p>It is said that anyone who is going to work with food should take these <a href="http://www.foodsafetyadmin.com/food-handler-card.php">food handler</a> courses. They say that this helps them to understand the importance of ensuring that they take all precautions to keeping food safe. However, some might still wonder if they should be taking this even if they do not handle the food.</p>
<p>Caterers are said to take these courses. When they are serving food, they need to make sure that the food is being served in a safe manner. This means that they should wear a hat and gloves. They should know how to set foods out and when they should switch food out. This is just one category of people who should go to take this course.</p>
<p>Another person that should take this would be a manager of a restaurant. When they go to observe that all the rules and regulations of the FDA are being followed, they will need to know what those are. These courses can show them why it is important to watch for these things when they do a walk through as well as to learn the consequences if these are not followed.</p>
<p>Those who serve food in the restaurant should definitely look at this. They should take these courses as they find they might be making mistakes that could hinder the quality of food. They can learn about materials and other things that can work greatly in helping them to safely serve food.</p>
<p>Home cooks should also definitely enroll in these. These classes can help them to learn what they need to know about cooking food. Even preservers should take this. Even though they do not have the FDA coming out to inspect them, if they are going to be making food, they need to know how to keep things safe so that people do not get sick and all.</p>
<p>This is a general idea about who should take these classes. There are some who find that they just want to learn more about what can make food so dangerous and more. The thing is that those looking to work in a place that is looking for cooks can put this as certifications that they have and it puts some employers at ease when they see this on a resume.</p>
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		<title>Learn Home Wine Making</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:05:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not a lot of us would think of making wine as a plausible hobby to get started in, but considering how inexpensive a hobby it is to get started in and the massive rewards of learning it &#8211; it&#8217;s definitely &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/learn-home-wine-making/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Not a lot of us would think of making wine as a plausible hobby to get started in, but considering how inexpensive a hobby it is to get started in and the massive rewards of learning it &#8211; it&#8217;s definitely a worthwhile exploit.  Have you considered <a title="Wine Stained Feet" href="http://www.winestainedfeet.com" target="_blank">home wine making</a>?  It&#8217;s a valuable skill that can save you tons of money in the long run while teaching you a craft that dates back thousands of years.</p>
<p><strong>You Need to Find a Kit</strong></p>
<p>If you are just getting started you will need a <a title="A Guide to Finding Cheap Home Wine Making Kits" href="http://www.winestainedfeet.com/a-guide-to-finding-cheap-home-wine-making-kits-for-beginners-and-experts-too/" target="_blank">home wine making kit</a>, which can be found and purchased on the internet for varying prices.  If this is your first time I recommend starting with an inexpensive kit &#8211; you can always go back and try the more expensive ones later, but since you&#8217;re still learning it&#8217;s best to start off small.</p>
<p>There are wine making kits in a variety of grape types, so no matter what your vino preferences may be there will be a lot of options.  Make something you already know you enjoy so that when your first batch is done you can accurately gauge how well it turned out in comparison to other wines you have imbibed.</p>
<p><strong>Read Some Books</strong></p>
<p>I recommend doing a little bit of research both before you start brewing your first home batch as well as once you&#8217;ve become a home wine making novice.  There are books covering tons of subjects about wine and the more you read the more your experiences with home wine making will develop &#8211; you&#8217;ll understand the history behind the craft as well as the reasons for various tools and methods.  Wine making is an ancient art and there are a lot of subtleties to it.</p>
<p>If you buy an inexpensive home wine making kit, take some time to learn about wine making, and just make a few batches you will learn everything you need to know make great wine at home.</p>
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		<title>Making French Press Coffee &#8211; Beginner&#8217;s Guide</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2012 02:49:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Using a french press coffee pot isn&#8217;t difficult, but it does demand a little understand of the craft in order to produce a well extracted cup of coffee.  You need water at the right temperature, coffee grounds that are of &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/making-french-press-coffee-beginners-guide/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Using a french press coffee pot isn&#8217;t difficult, but it does demand a little understand of the craft in order to produce a well extracted cup of coffee.  You need water at the right temperature, coffee grounds that are of the correct consistency, and an understanding of the process in general if you are to create a stunning cup of well extracted java.  Here is a step by step guide for getting the most out of your french press.</p>
<ul>
<li>Set water on the stove and heat it to 200 degrees Fahrenheit, not boiling.  It is recommended that you use a thermometer so you can get the temperature as close to correct.  As I detailed in <a title="Learn How to Make Coffee" href="http://learnhowtomakecoffee.wordpress.com/2012/01/19/learn-how-to-make-coffee-this-is-all-you-need-to-know/" target="_blank">an article</a> I recently wrote, experimentation is always advised so after you have made a few pots of french press coffee feel free to try out varying temperatures to see what gives you the best flavor.</li>
<li>Grind your coffee beans to a very course grind setting.  The reason for this is that you don&#8217;t want coffee grounds to be able to escape from the wire mesh after you plunge it down.  If they do then you will have coffee grounds in your coffee &#8211; which you do not want.  So aim for a very course grind setting and you will be fine.</li>
<li>Pour the coffee grounds into the french press and pour the hot water over them immediately.  The longer you wait before pouring the water, the more flavor has the opportunity to escape from the coffee grounds.</li>
<li>After one minute of steeping, lift the lid of the french press and stir up the coffee grounds.  There will be a lot of foam at the top, so it&#8217;s critical to stir it up in order to get a good extraction.</li>
<li>After another three to four minutes you are ready to plunge the wire mesh down into the coffee, trapping the coffee grounds below and leaving nothing but delectable french press <a title="Learn How to Make Coffee" href="http://learnhowtomakecoffee.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">coffee </a>above.</li>
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<p>That&#8217;s all you need to know to have high quality french press coffee at home.  It is very simple to make and doesn&#8217;t take much time or energy to master.</p>
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		<title>Some easy cake baking tips</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cakes are found in different varieties and they are always loved by people of all age groups. Sponge cake, cheese cake, and muffins are some of the types that are found in the bakeries. Chocolate cake is all time favorite &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/some-easy-cake-baking-tips/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cakes are found in different varieties and they are always loved by people of all age groups. Sponge cake, cheese cake, and muffins are some of the types that are found in the bakeries. <a href="http://xs-recipes.blogspot.com/2011/04/chocolate-cake.html">Chocolate cake</a> is all time favorite of kids. Some other variety and flavors include strawberry swirl cake, <a href="http://xs-recipes.blogspot.com/2011/02/lemon-cake.html">lemon cake</a>, pineapple mousse cake, and caramel ice cream cake. If you keep few things in mind, then you can easily master many different kinds of cakes. Read the following article to get some easy cake baking tips that will give you great results.<br />
* Eggs used in the cakes should be kept at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before using them in the recipe.<br />
* If you need to separate the egg yolks and egg white, do it when they are still cold, and then whip them when they are at room temperature.<br />
* If eggshells accidently got into the cake mixture, don’t worry, they will sink at the bottom. When your cake is fully baked, flip it over and take them out of the bottom.<br />
* Flat top gives a great look to cake, if you want to have a flat top, just flip your cake and get a perfect flat top. The bottom of cake is always flat, so flipping it over will provide you with the desired flat top.<br />
* Oven should be fully preheated before you put the batter in it.<br />
* Right temperature is important for a perfectly baked cake.<br />
* Oven thermometer can be used to check the temperature of the oven.<br />
* If the cake rises too much from the middle, a long serrated knife can used to cut it off.<br />
* Good quality ingredients always make a great difference, so always select good quality ingredients in your recipe. Good quality nuts, chocolate and fruit fillings will add great flavors to your cake. Use real butter, instead of margarine as it will add great taste and flavor to the cake.<br />
* Cake should be left in the pan to let it cool for 10 -15 minutes, before loosening the edges.<br />
* Transfer it to wire rack to completely let it cool as it will help you in minimizing the risk of breakage.<br />
* Larger the cake, more time will it take to cool down.<br />
* Chopped nuts, chocolates, powdered sugars and sliced fruits are easy yet good looking way of decorating your cake.</p>
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		<title>Spinach: A Heart Healthy Food</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:46:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Perhaps we have already heard about the various health benefits of spinach to our body. This is one of the reasons why spinach is really recommended to be included with our daily and regular diet. Spinach is also believed to &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/spinach-a-heart-healthy-food/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Perhaps we have already heard about the various health benefits of spinach to our body. This is one of the reasons why spinach is really recommended to be included with our daily and regular diet. Spinach is also believed to be a food which is alkaline forming (for more information about alkaline forming foods, visit this link<a href="http://www.heartfeltfoods.com/alkaline-foods/"> http://www.heartfeltfoods.com/alkaline-foods/</a>). Alkaline foods are really recommended in order to maintain a balanced pH level in the body. The human body has an alkaline pH, which ranges between 7.35 to 7.45, and it would be best to eat foods that are highly alkalizing in order to keep tis pH level balanced.</p>
<p>This is also one of the many reasons why spinach is always included with an <a href="http://www.heartfeltfoods.com/">alkaline diet plan</a>. Spinach is rich in various vital nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that can keep the body strong, fit, and healthy. Thus, regular consumption of such is generally advised. One of the most essential health benefits of spinach is that this is a heart healthy food. This means that regular consumption of such will keep a good and healthy blood circulation, and this may also help prevent various diseases which are related to the heart and blood. Spinach, after all, is a good source of vitamin C and vitamin A, both are known antioxidants that may help reverse the damage that are caused by free radicals in the body. Such antioxidants can actually help reduce free radicals in the body as well.</p>
<p>In addition, spinach is also rich in flavonoids. Flavonoids are antioxidants that can also help keep the cholesterol from oxidizing. Furthermore, spinach is also rich in folate which is generally good for a healthier cardiovascular system. Also, spinach is rich in magnesium and potassium, and both minerals can definitely help lower high blood pressure, and maintain a healthy one. Iron in spinach is also good for healthy blood flow, which brings oxygen to the brain and to other parts of the body.</p>
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		<title>Foods Rich in Estrogen</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2011 05:36:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Identifying foods rich in estrogen is especially helpful for women in perimenopause. Considering that the average woman in her forties may start experiencing what are night sweats, hot flashes, menstrual irregularities, mood swings and headaches as a consequence of estrogen &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/foods-rich-in-estrogen/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Identifying <a href="http://www.womens-menopause-health.com/recipes.htm">foods rich in estrogen</a> is especially helpful for women in perimenopause. Considering that the average woman in her forties may start experiencing <a href="http://www.womens-menopause-health.com/">what are night sweats</a>, hot flashes, menstrual irregularities, mood swings and headaches as a consequence of estrogen level imbalances, replenishing the deficiencies that lead to such problems is crucial.</p>
<p>There are many food items rich in natural estrogen derivatives, referred to as phytoestrogens. These compounds are basically weak hormone derivatives that aid in providing the much needed balance between the constantly fluctuating hormones without posing a potential for further disruption. Natural approaches in dealing with menopause herald the use of these phytoestrogenic compounds as a breakthrough. Foods rich in estrogen derivatives include soy and all associated products like milk and desserts as well as tofu and other food items made from soy beans.</p>
<p>Phytoestrogens can also be found in other foods like celery, tomatoes, flaxseeds, sage, yams, carrots as well citrus fruits, red beans, garlic, wheat products, sage, cinnamon and many others. Additionally, phytoestrogens are also known to be found in great amounts among more traditionally used plants and herbs. Items like Black Cohosh, Dong Quai and Ginseng have long been used in many cultures for menstrual problems as well as issues that arise during the perimenopausal period.</p>
<p>One important consideration that any woman undergoing menopause must note is that hormone supplementing needs vary for each person. Some may need for replenishment than others and self diagnosing of perimenopausal problems is not advisable. Additionally, foods like soy and other phytoestrogenic products should be consumed in moderation and consulting a medical professional well versed in women’s health is an ideal course of action to have a better perspective of the various approaches in dealing with hot flashes and night sweats and all the other problems that trouble women during perimenopause.</p>
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		<title>Choose to Eat Healthy Long-Term to Live Long-Term</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Poor eating habits are developed over time, so any attempt to correct them should also focus on a long-term solution. Trying to quit eating junk food cold turkey almost always fails in the end, because people don&#8217;t build a foundation &#8230; <a href="http://grouprhetoricblog.com/choose-to-eat-healthy-long-term-to-live-long-term/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Poor eating habits are developed over time, so any attempt to correct them should also focus on a long-term solution. Trying to quit eating junk food cold turkey almost always fails in the end, because people don&#8217;t build a foundation of healthy eating habits to replace the old, bad habits. To make a lasting change, try gradually introducing positive eating practices into your lifestyle.</p>
<p>Start your meals with a fruit or vegetable course. Don&#8217;t worry about cutting out unhealthy options at first, just get some &#8220;good stuff&#8221; into your diet (it&#8217;s okay to start out with a small vegetable portion). Once a vegetable course has become part of your routine, increase the size of the portion. A very large plate of greens will do an excellent job of filling you up, so decrease the size of your entree dish. Or, brainstorm some ways to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your actual entree. Again, it&#8217;s okay if this transition takes place over several months or a year&#8211;more gradual transitions tend to be more permanent.</p>
<p>I heard a story of a <a href="http://lawyer-reviewsonline.com/salt-lake-city-dui-attorney-caught-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place/" target="_blank">Salt Lake City DUI lawyer</a>, who completely changed his eating habits from, what he called, a &#8220;ballpark&#8221; diet of burgers, french fries and hotdogs, to an excellent and wholesome diet. He started by eating a salad for one meal each week. This lasted for a little over a month before he added a meal of vegetable soup every week. Before long he had developed recipes for some amazing low calorie dishes that are packed with nutrients.</p>
<p>Now, the same <a href="http://lawyer-reviewsonline.com/how-to-become-the-best-dui-lawyer-out-there/" target="_blank">Salt Lake City DUI lawyer</a> eats at home most nights, and has become an extraordinary health food chef. In fact, he runs an amazing blog featuring dishes like his Homemade Vegetarian Chili, Lentil Burger with Fresh Thyme and Farmhouse Cobb Salad.</p>
<p>I asked him if he ever indulges in guilty pleasures any more; he said that he tries to eat a burger or hotdog every couple of weeks. &#8220;It&#8217;s important to keep it all in perspective,&#8221; he said, &#8220;a little extra cholesterol here and there won&#8217;t hurt, and I love being able to reward myself for my generally healthy eating choices.&#8221;</p>
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