Drinking Coke Light or Pepsi Light Secret!

Nowadays people ought to choose light or diet version of Coke or Pepsi instead of their sugary counterparts. Despite differences in the number of calories to go as low as 0, the majority would still opt for original cans either Vanilla, Lime Coke or just Pepsi regular. However, as more and more people are becoming health conscious, non-caloric versions are hitting the market and are getting on pretty good shape. Talk bout Coke Zero, it had already reached one billion dollars revenue target since the last decade.

Hence, considering it as a an option that is not going to add on to your daily caloric consumption alone is tempting enough to choose light version. I have also become a fan of Coke Zero because the taste is very near to its regular, but sometimes, I still get that slight artificial taste whenever the ice cubes start to melt.

So what to do? Here is the secret tip. Remember our tongue anatomy and drink up to taste at the tip of the tongue because that is the portion directed for SWEET taste! So double cheat your brains...

Chinese You Tiao (Deep Fried Dough) aka. Deep Fried Devil

"You Tiao" is a complementary Chinese traditional breakfast menu. It is made from deep frying the dough which is about 12 inches in length slit in the middle to create a central crevice. Cantonese people call them "Deep Fried Devil" or "Yao Za Guai" as the name was derived from an ancient chinese folklore.

In Asia, you can find this "You Tiao" from street markets and restaurants selling Dim Sum. People usually enjoy them with congee served with a variety of spices, nuts and meat as they dip the edge into the watery based congee to dampen before each mouthful. Others may enjoy them spread with Kaya or Peanut butter.

After all, one can never resist a freshly made "you tiao" because of their tempting smell of starch deep fried with fragrant oil that makes them tasty, succulent and serves each bite worth savoring. The tip is to go for the longest queue, if you wouldn't mind.

Thousand Year old Cultural - Man Tou

Man Tou is a type of Chinese pau or bread which is firm and dense eaten ever since known period of the Imperial Song Dynasty. It has a very soft texture and is often plain or white in color. Usually, people dip sauces or spread with butter or jam to taste. Make it even heartier, people turn them into breakfast by stuffing eggs, luncheon meat and pickles and sausages.

In Northen parts of China, it is typically eaten as a staple because rice is harder to obtain and much more expensive than wheat, which is what they are made of. Made of milled flour, water and leavening agents, Man tous are similar to breads in nutrition.

Nowadays, they have become ready made and sold at frozen sections in Asian supermarkets. People would just steam or microwave these frozen buns before serve for about 15 minutes on moderate heat. Some of the packaging nowadays have become fancier with spiral colorings in the middle indicating difference of flavorings. Most popular ones are Pandan, Chocolate, Strawberry and Yam flavors. Their counterparts are deep fried and dipped on Sweetened condensed milk served as a desert in China.

Beautiful Hair Opens the Gates to the Soul!

Beautiful hair, silky smooth and shining! That means you are healthy or at least am living in top condition. I still believe that healthy hair comes after a good night's sleep, balanced diet and much less hassles in life. However, there are still ways to care for them by applying oils and conditioners from nature.

Olive or Coconut oils help to nourish the hair while allowing them to grow faster by applying them on the scalp. Try applying the mixture of an egg white, 2 spoon of castor oil, 1 spoon glycerin, in the scalp and hair and wash it off after some time.

You can also try washing hair with Tea sometimes, to bring back that lack of lustre. Natural ways to condition the hair would be using curd blended with 1 teaspoon of fenugreek kept overnight, beer and eggs to complement. Mix with a little vinegar in warm water and rinse off the conditioner. This will add a bounce to dull and lifeless hair.

For damaged cuticles, do a 'steam-towel-wrap' once in a while to open up pores meanwhile allowing the hair washing nutrients be absorbed for healing and protection.


Original Source: Web India 123

Papain Papaya!

Papaya is an exotic tropical fruit that tolerates not even light frost  for growth. It is sweet and bears a musky soft and butter like consistency. It was once called the "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus. Papaya is spherical or pear shapes that can grow as long as 20 inches. Their flesh and skin are brightly orange colored while some are red.

Inside the inner cavity of the fruit are black, round seeds encased in a gelatinous-like substance. Their seeds edible but is somewhat bitter. Papayas have an enzyme called papain that helps in food digestion and is able treat sports injuries, other causes of trauma, and allergies.They are also a rich source of antioxidant nutrients such as carotenes, vitamin C and flavonoids; B vitamins, folate and pantothenic acid; as well as minerals, potassium and magnesium; and fiber. Together, these nutrients promote cardiovascular health system and protects against colon cancer.

Papayas can be eaten raw as fresh slices of juicy fruits. The unripe ones are called as one of the major ingredients in making Thai green curry. Others would prefer a glass of Papaya Milk juice, and this one is especially popular among the ladies because it is good for the skin, aids constipation and promotes healthy growth in the body.

Ezy & Healthy - Fruit & Yogurt Delight for Breaky!

Make one low fat, easy and healthy yet soothing to the taste buds breakfast delight using only Yogurt and Fruits! Take one cup of creamy yogurt, 1 large banana, 1 large apple and 1 cup of seedless grapes to top with honey!

Peel the banana skin, cut the apples into chunks and wash the grapes. Place the yogurt spread in a medium sized bowl. Blend in the honey or 1 tablespoon of brown sugar with a fork. Add in the fruits and mix evenly with a fork. You can also top with multi grains or muesli. And then its ready to serve for 2!

A breakfast like this is wholesome and healthy packed with varied sources of vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, anti-oxidants and is going to give you that instant boost of energy for the day!

Try it tomorrow! Estimated calories is below 300.