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What is a kakadu plum?

Kakadu plums are used by the Australian Aboriginals as bush food and antiseptics. With its high levels of antioxidants, bioactives and phytochemicals, the kakadu plum is notable for its medicinal and healing properties. Studies have shown that eating kakadu plums may reduce the risk of developing cancer, Alzheimer's and other diseases. It is for these reasons that the kakadu plum has been hailed as a "super fruit."

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What foods should you avoid if you are prone to hot flashes?

Hot and spicy foods, hot drinks, and even alcohol can aggravate hot flashes and should be avoided, says About.com. Recommendations for cooling hot flashes include dressing in layers, hydrating, deep breathing and keeping the thermostat under 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Herbal remedies, hormonal treatments and medications also control hot flashes.\nEstrogen is the most effective treatment for hot flashes, says About.com. If hot flashes are severe enough to impair sleep and interfere with daily activities, the benefits of estrogen therapy may outweigh the risks. The lowest effective dose should be ad..

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What is the easiest way to make chili?

To make Taste of Home’s 30-minute three-bean chili, combine 2 1/4 cups of water, 1 16-ounce can of rinsed and drained kidney beans, 1 16-ounce can of undrained chili beans and 1 15-ounce can of rinsed and drained pinto beans in a Dutch oven. Add 1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce, 1 14-1/2-ounce can of salt-free stewed tomatoes and 1 6-ounce can of tomato paste.\nAlso add 1 tablespoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon each minced garlic and dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce heat to the Dutch oven. Simmer the mixture uncovered for 10 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups of frozen or fre..

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How do you make daiquiris?

If you're a health conscious cocktail connoisseur, you may want to replace some or all of the sugar (or simple syrup) in your daiquiris with real fruit. Blend strawberries, mangoes, pineapples, blueberries or peaches, fresh or frozen, with ice, lime juice, rum and sweetener to taste. Avoid using raspberries and blackberries because their seeds give your daiquiris an unpleasant, gritty texture. If your fruit is fresh and sweet, you may not need to use any sugar or syrup at all.\nFor a simple recipe you can use to make five or six single-cup servings of fruit daiquiris in your blender, mix ..

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What is a recipe for original Irish coffee?

There are many variations of recipes for Irish coffee. While the components seldom change, you may tweak the amounts and specific types of ingredients to suit your taste. Increase the coffee to 8 ounces for a less pungent Irish coffee. Try different coffee varieties and brewing methods, such as Bourbon coffee brewed in a French press.\nYou also can use maple syrup instead of sugar, or you may experiment with whiskey brands. Most recipes don't specify a brand of whiskey, and any high-quality brand is acceptable. Jameson is an obvious choice for reasons of budget, taste and availability, bu..

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What do currants taste like?

Black currants are high in antioxidants, and they have more antioxidant properties than elderberries, cranberries and chokeberries. Currants also provide more than 300 percent of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C. Black currants are rich in anthocyanins, which can help protect the body against cancer, inflammation and neurological disorders. The berries are also a significant source of iron. A 100 gram serving of currant berries has 20 percent of the daily recommended amount of iron.

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How long should a rack of lamb be roasted?

Before roasting a rack of lamb, the best way to get vivid flavors is to use a marinade to treat the meat overnight. Combining spices, such as rosemary and thyme, with garlic and olive oil creates a coating that brushes right onto the rack. Rubbing this marinade into the lamb and wrapping the racks in plastic wrap for overnight storage in the refrigerator allows the flavors to seep into the meat.\nWhile cooking times are a good way to determine the progress of the lamb in the oven, a meat thermometer delivers the final verdict. For a medium-rare rack of lamb, the thermometer should read 145 deg..

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What is the sugar content of fresh fruits?

Raspberries, strawberries and blackberries have the lowest amounts of natural sugar, all of which have less than 5 grams of sugar. In the middle of the spectrum are peaches, grapefruit and kiwi, which have less than 9 grams of sugar. Pomegranate, grapes, mango and cherries have the highest sugar counts. Fresh fruit is a great source of nutrients, regardless of the sugar content. Eating two to three servings a day is recommended for a healthy, well-balanced diet.

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What are some homemade frozen yogurt recipes?

In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup of nonfat plain yogurt and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Turn the processor back on, and slowly pour in the yogurt and juice mixture. Allow the ingredients to process until smooth, scraping any peaches of the sides as necessary.\nTo make raspberry frozen yogurt with chocolate chips, process 3 cups of fresh or frozen raspberries, 2 cups of low-fat plain yogurt, 1/3 cup of sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract in a food processor until smooth. Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker, and process it per the machine’s instructions. Five minutes before..

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What is a great recipe for fresh raspberry pie?

To make raspberry pie, combine 4 cups of fresh raspberries, 1 cup of sugar and 3 tablespoons of quick-cooking tapioca in a large bowl. Toss these ingredients together until combined. Place one refrigerated pie crust into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate, and trim it to 1/2 inch outside the edge of the edge of the plate. Roll another refrigerated pie crust out, and cut it into 1/2 inch wide strips. Set the strips aside.\nFill the pie crust in the bottom of the plate with the raspberry filling. Use the dough strips to form a lattice pattern over the top of the filling. Fold the bottom crust over..

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