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goji berries propertiesWhat Is A Cheese Curd? Can I Eat It?
If you have never seen or tasted a cheese curd you might not be anxious to put one in your mouth because �cheese curd� is kind of a strange name and doesn�t necessarily conjure up images of something tasty. But a cheese curd is very tasty. I think once you try one you�ll be eating a lot more of them!
I�m from Wisconsin and grew up eating cheese curds (and yes, lots of other cheese too). I thought everyone ate cheese curds and that you could buy them anywhere. When I grew up and started to travel outside of the state I learned in a hurry that a lot of things were different and that cheese curds were a specialty item only available in areas that produced cheese. That�s changed a little bit now. Cheese curds, along with a wide variety of other types of cheeses, are more readily available in all areas of the United States.
What are cheese curds? Most cheese curds (at least most of the ones made in Wisconsin) are a cheddar cheese product, but think baby cheddar cheese or newborn cheddar cheese. Cheddar cheese curds are what cheddar cheese is before it is pressed into a block and aged (cheddar cheese you see in your grocery store is aged at least 60 days and up to 10 years for the really sharp cheddar cheeses).
Cheese curds are a very fresh product and have the best flavor if they are eaten the same day they are made. But going to a cheese factory and purchasing cheese curds the same day they are made is not an option for many people.
Cheese curds are still very tasty a few days after they�re made, but after a week or so they start to lose their flavor very quickly. Although �fresh� cheese curds may be available at your local supermarket, it�s likely they are at least one to two weeks old by the time they reach the store�s dairy case. Don�t buy them from your supermarket or grocery store (unless you�re certain they really are fresh). Instead order directly from a cheese factory via the Internet or phone. Look for a place that ships the cheese curds the same day they are made (do an Internet search for �cheese curds� � there will be lots of choices of businesses that send cheese curds out the same day they make them). You�ll be glad you went to the trouble of ordering the freshest cheese curds possible.
Cheese curds are available in several flavors. Although the traditional yellow cheese curds are the most popular and most widely available, I�ve also seen and tried white cheddar cheese curds in addition to the following flavors: garlic, dill, jalapeno (they have a �kick� to them), Cajun (also have a �kick� to them), pesto, chipotle (these are spicy too), and paprika. Cheese curds have a smooth texture. Plain cheese curds have a mild salty flavor. They come in their natural shape and form which is small random chunks.
Although most cheese curds are made from cheddar cheese; colby, mozzarella, and monterey jack cheese curds are also available.
One fun thing about cheese curds is that they �squeak.� A fresh cheese curd will make a squeaky noise while you�re eating it. That�s one of the reasons why kids love to eat cheese curds (and many adults too).
Besides eating them fresh, another yummy way to eat a cheese curd is to deep-fry it (which, like deep frying a mushroom, turns a cheese curd into a not so healthy but really great tasting food). You can purchase special batter mixes made especially for cheese curds, but general purpose batter mixes like Golden Dipt All Purpose Batter Mix (made by McCormick) works fine. But my personal favorite type of batter for deep fried cheese curds is beer batter (have I mentioned I�m from Wisconsin?).
If you haven�t yet had the opportunity to try cheese curds, I hope you try them soon. I think you�ll be glad you did. Happy eating!
D Ruplinger is a featured writer for http://www.likecheese.com. Visit the web site for more information about different types of cheeses including cheddar cheese along with cheese recipes.
Protect Yourself From High Cholesterol And Triglycerides
High cholesterol is a common affliction for those in Western societies. It is estimated that 101 million Americans suffer from high cholesterol which is defined as blood cholesterol greater then 200mg per deciliter. Americans are not the only ones with cholesterol problems, an Australian study found that 51.5% of male Australians have high blood cholesterol.
While some cholesterol is good, it is when the levels get too high that we run into problems. Cholesterol is necessary for hormone production, and is a major component in cell walls. Cholesterol also aids in the production of bile and aids in the metabolism of the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
High cholesterol is one of the five leading risk factors leading to coronary heart disease. If your cholesterol levels need to drop a bit and you want to work on your good to bad ratio, drugs are not the only option.
As far as diet goes, adding soluble fiber is a good move as it binds to blood serum cholesterol and helps it leave the body. Good dietary sources of soluble fiber can be found in ground flax seeds, oat meal and oat bran, apples and a variety of other foods.
Niacin, known as Vitamin B3, is a water soluble vitamin that has also been proven to be helpful in lowering cholesterol levels and improving cholesterol ratios. The main function of niacin is to metabolize fats.
Niacin has been shown to reduce LDL, or bad cholesterol levels by 10-20%, reduce triglycerides by 20-50%, and raise HDL, or good cholesterol by 15-30%.
When choosing a Niacin product, be sure to start with 100mg dose and gradually ease your way up to avoid the flushing and tingling of skin that can happen with higher doses. This flushing is a result of niacin�s effects on widening blood vessels which usually last beginning at 15 minutes after taking the pill to about an hour after. If you do suffer from the flushing sensation, taking your niacin with food can decrease your risk of these negative symptoms. Also, do not purchase niacinamide as it does not help in lowering cholesterol. It is common to work up to 1.5 to 3 grams per day for therapeutic doses.
Another great benefit of niacin for anyone who has suffered a heart attack or stroke is that the use of niacin has been shown to reduce the risk of having a second heart attack or stroke.
People who take niacin to lower cholesterol typically get their cholesterol levels checked every 6 to 12 months as niacin works gradually over time. Having your blood tested more often then that is not necessary as the cholesterol changes can be slow.
I do want to note that if you have been taking statin drugs or Red Yeast Rice, it is very important to add both Niacin and CoQ10 as statins and Red Yeast Rice both deplete your body of these nutrients. Be sure to consult your physician on this issue too.
It is important to work with your doctor on this to avoid any complications like high blood sugar or liver problems. High doses of niacin can also increase the effectiveness of medication for high blood pressure.
The author of this article publishes the natural health website http://www.jeffshealthyliving.com and the blog on holistic and alternative health at http://www.jeffshealthyliving.com/blog
Dehydrated Refried Beans - Yum!
Did we just say dehydrated refried beans? Right now, you are probably thinking... what in the world is that? Yes, they are actually called dehydrated refried beans and yes, they are quite delicious. Not only that, dehydrated refried beans are also very beneficial for you. But with a name like that, you might think, how can that possibly be good for me?
First of all, when we say dehydrated, don't instantly think that they are damaging or less nutritious than the fresh variety. People who say that dehydrated food is unhealthy do not really know what they are talking about. Not only is dehydrated food perfectly healthy, but in many cases, they are even healthier for you than their canned or bottle counterparts. This is because dehydrated foods, or in this case, dehydrated refried beans, have significantly less preservatives that those that are canned or bottled.
The second thing is that when we say 'refried,' you will lose interest right away, especially these days when people are starting to move away from fried foods. It does not necessarily mean that dehydrated refried beans are actually fried. What we do with the regular refried beans is to first soak them in water, mash them, and fry them in lard.
On the other hand, with dehydrated refried beans, the usual process is after dehydrating the beans, they are then flaked and flavored with some salt. They are definitely not fried in lard or any other oil. This way, the delicious flavor is retained without putting in unwanted cholesterol.
As a fan of dehydrated refried beans, I can assure you that there are so many uses of this food. I personally like to use them as a main ingredient for making soup. You can also use them as the spread or dip for burritos and enchiladas.
There are not that many varieties of dehydrated refried beans out there, and they could even be tricky to find. My favorite brand is Taste Adventure � I love the flavor and you probably would too, as this is one of the most popular brands. You can also get quality dehydrated refried beans from Provident Pantry.
You can also find more info on Dehydrated Food Recipe and Dehydrated Fruit. Dehydratedfoodguide.com is a comprehensive resource to know about Dehydrated Foods. If you are an expert in the kitchen, making your own dehydrated refried beans could also be an option for you, but this could prove to be time-consuming and rather messy, so commercial dehydrated refried beans are probably the best way to go.
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