Food Festival

“With delicous cuisine, an extensive list of international wines, fascinating seminars and live entertainment through the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, the 12th-annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival promises something for everyone in the whole family,” said Kyle Collins, Director of Interactive Marketing for HotelsCorp. com. “Make sure to plan your itinerary before arriving to Epcot so you can enjoy all that the 2007 International Food & Wine Festival has to offer. ”

INTERNATIONAL MARKETPLACE

The International Marketplace at the 2007 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival allows you to take a one-of-a-kind culinary tour around the world. Stop by each marketplace for eclectic appetizers that are in the $2-$4 range, along with recommended beer and wine pairings.

Africa: Morocco, South Africa

Asia: China, India, Japan

Caribbean: Dominican Republic

Continental Europe: Champagne, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Spain

Eastern Europe: Poland, Turkey

Latin America: Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Peru

North America: Canada, Great Beers of the World, Hops & Barley Market, Oklahoma, United States

Pacific Rim: Australia, New Zealand

SPECIAL EXHIBITS

The promenade at the 2007 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will feature a variety of interesting cultural exhibits and demonstrations:

American Wine Adventure: Take a regional tour of the New York and Napa Valley wine regions at the American Wine Adventure.

Andes Mountain Wine Bar: Enjoy great wines from Argentina and Chile at the Andes Mountain Wine Bar.

Australia: Discover Down Under: Take a tasting tour of Australia’s four major wine regions and pick out souvenirs at the Birdsville Provisions shop.

Dominican Republic: Daily culinary demonstrations, live entertainment crafts and more will take place at the Dominican Republic exhibit.

Festival Welcome Center: Conveniently located at the Wonders of Life Pavilion, the Festival Welcome Center will feature a Festival Wine Shop, wine and champagne bar and Festival Merchandise Shop. The Festival Welcome Center also will serve as the official celebrity book signing area.

The History of Beer in America: Learn the history of American beer with complimentary seminars that take place daily at 12:30 PM, 1:15 PM, 2:45 PM, 4:15 PM, 5:15 PM and 6:30 PM.

International Beers of the World: Enjoy complimentary seminars daily at the International Beers of the World exhibit.

Oklahoma 1907-2007: Cooking demonstrations, storytelling, exhibits and children’s activities will all make up this unique exhibit as Oklahoma celebrates 100 years of statehood.

Pearville Fear: A county fair-style exhibit that celebrates the “variety, flavor, diversity and nutritional importance” of this popular fruit.

Peru: Learn all about Inca culture and Peruvian cuisine at the Peru exhibit, which also features arts & crafts displays and Peruvian culinary demonstrations.

10-Day Regional Experiences: Michoacan, Mexico (October 5-14, 2007); Puglia, Italy (October 19-28, 2007); Greek Wine Bar Island (October 26-November 4, 2007).

Turkey Welcomes You: Enjoy Turkish cooking demonstrations, traditional Turkish art and crafts displays, exhibits and a Grand Bazaar.

Twinings Tea Bar: Explore the interesting history of Twinings tea as you stroll through the beautiful Twinings Garden.

EAT TO THE BEAT CONCERT SERIES

All Eat to the Beat Concert Series performances at the 2007 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will take place at the America Gardens Theatre in front of the U. S. A. Pavilion at Epcot’s World Showcase. Show times are 5:45 PM, 7 PM and 8:15 PM.

Al Stewart: September 28-29, 2007

Otis Day and the Knights: September 30 – October 1, 2007

The Beach Boys: October 2-3, 2007

The Original Family Stone: October 4-6, 2007

Sheena Easton: October 7-9, 2007

Starship starring Mickey Thomas: October 10-13, 2007

David Cassidy: October 14-16, 2007

Little Richard: October 17-18, 2007

Juice Newton: October 19-21, 2007

The Four Tops: October 22-25, 2007

Village People: October 26-27, 2007

Expose: October 28-30, 2007

Jon Secada: October 31 – November 3, 2007

Chubby Checker and the Wildcats: November 4-6, 2007

The Contours featuring Sylvester Potts – November 7-8, 2007

David Sanborn – November 9-11, 2007

SPECIAL WINE & CULINARY PROGRAMS

A wide range of wine and culinary programs are scheduled for the 2007 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (additional costs apply):

A South African Wine Adventure: Friday, October 12, 2007, World Showplace

Chefs A’ Field – Kids on the Farm: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Odyssey – The Chef’s Showplace

The Cook, The Book and The Bottle: Fridays, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Odyssey – The Chef’s Showplace

Discovering Wine: A Sensory Adventure: Various dates, Citricos, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Food & Wine Pairings: Various locales and dates

Odyssey Kitchen Conversations: Select Thursdays, 3-4:30 PM, Odyssey – The Chef’s Showplace

Sweet Sundays: Sundays, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Odyssey – The Chef’s Showplace

Vertical Wine Tastings: Saturdays, 1:30 PM-3 PM, California Grill, Disney’s Contemporary Resort

FESTIVAL DINING OPPORTUNITIES

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience incredible cuisine and an extensive wine selection during the 2007 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (additional costs apply):

Exquisite Evenings at Epcot: Enjoy a five-course meal prepared by the Festival’s team of celebrity chefs.

Party for the Senses – Eat, Drink and Celebrate: Enjoy a reserved seat at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series and then sit down to a delicious meal, along with entertaining acts from Cirque du Soleil La Nouba.

Regional Feasts: Celebrate cuisine from the diverse regions of the world during Regional Feasts, which includes a welcome reception, four-course meal and live entertainment.

Signature Dining: Celebrity chefs are invited to prepare a five-course meal at select Walt Disney World Resort restaurants.

FAMILY EVENTS

The 2007 Epcot Food & Wine Festival offers something for the entire family such as the Junior Chef Program, Behind the Seeds Greenhouse Tour, Kidcot Fun Stops, Pearville Fair and Oklahoma 1907-2007.

Omega 3

Increase Your Organic Whole Food Vitamin Supplement Intake:

Very few people follow a correct diet in modern society and have six to eight servings of whole food such as grains, seeds, nuts and vegetables everyday. Consuming processed food and taking synthetic vitamins to supplement your diet seems like the current trend. To ensure a blanced diet this is not the best way and it can have bad long term effects on your health.

Instead it is a good idea to increase your daily intake of organic whole food vitamin supplement. A good way of completing your diet with natural vitamins, enzymes and minerals is to eat vitamin and mineral rich food such as nuts, whole grains and seeds Vitamins Diary.

Synthetic Vitamins Vs Organic Whole Food Vitamin Supplements:

Synthetic ingredients are used to make most vitamin supplements that you purchase today. Most of these products have chemical substances that have been produced in laboratories to fake the molecular structure of natural vitamins.

Absorbing nutritional substances from food is the way our bodies are built. Organic whole food vitamin supplement is therefore recommended by most health care professionals and taking your daily vitamins from whole food is better than synthetic supplements.

Earth Minerals Vs Homeopathic Minerals:

Minerals such as calcium carbonate, calcium citrate and other derivates that are derived from sea shells, rocks or coral are used in commercial supplements that are aimed at increasing your vitamin and mineral intake. A mineral rich food source on the other hand is contained in organic whole food vitamin supplements along with homeopathic mineral ingredients. These types of vitamins can be assimilated and absorbed more easily by your body.

The Benefits of Organic Whole Food Vitamin Supplements:

There are seven primary benefits to taking an organic whole food vitamin supplement. Consider these benefits and then decide whether or not you want to take them.

Food Combining

Food combining for weight loss can be a good plan for anybody who wants to lose weight without scrimping on the nutrition food can give. The idea of food combining or food pairing for weight loss is that certain foods can be more beneficial to the body when they are combined with certain foods also. A lot of foods today are processed, meaning certain chemicals are put to preserve them. These chemicals can do harm to our body. Moreover, the digestive system works overtime digesting our foods that all our energy goes into it, and we become sluggish and tired. And because you think you are tired, you go out and eat some more processed foods, which is not good. By combining foods in a certain way, you get all the energy and the nutrition they can give you. This also means combining foods promote weight loss, and you can keep off those pounds permanently. All you need is to follow 3 basic rules and you are on your way to food combining for weight loss. First thing you need to remember is that fruits can only be eaten alone. We have always been taught to eat fruits at the end every meal as desserts because fruits are rich in vitamins. But if you combine them with other food, you won’t absorb all their nutrition as the intestine is still busy digesting the other food. Fruits are generally easy to digest, and by eating them on their own, you absorb all their nutrition and the good calories it releases. That also means you will feel less hungry. Next thing to food pairing for weight loss is the protein-non-starchy veggies duo. Meat and starchy vegetables – like potatoes and corn – both secrete different kinds of chemicals to break them down during digestion. If you combine protein and starch, the chemicals will neutralize each other and won’t help digestion. No wonder you get gassy and constipated after eating meat and potatoes. Because non-starchy veggies – pick from any of the leafy greens – are rich in protein and other nutrients, they complement meat very well during digestion. So sacrifice those potatoes and eat them later if you’re planning to have that steak for dinner. Last thing to remember in food combining for weight loss is grains, starchy and non-starchy veggies go very well together. They are all very rich in fiber, which means they are harder to digest and stays in the body longer, and you won’t feel hungry right away. This also means these foods promote weight loss because you’re less likely to grab a candy bar if you feel full. Eating grains and veggies together will also clean your digestive tract, getting rid of toxins that can cause some colon diseases. When it comes to food combining for weight loss, you can experiment all you want as long as you stick to the guidelines. Not only will you lose a lot of weight by eating right, you will also detoxify your body and get rid of the dirt inside you. So start feeling great inside and out through food combining.

Rich Fibre

Not enough high fiber food in your diet may result in you getting one of the following disorders:
Constipation; this is a difficulty in passing hard faeces and in some cases can be extremely painful. In later stages of constipation, the abdomen may become distended and tender.
Irritable bowel syndrome; you may experience some pain, flatulence and bloating of the abdomen.
Diverticulitis; these are small hernias of the digestive tract.
Heart disease, a narrowing of the arteries caused by high cholesterol
Colorectal cancer also called colon or bowel cancer; includes cancerous growths in the colon and rectum.
Haemorrhoids, also commonly known as piles; are varicose veins or swelling and inflammation of the rectum and anus.
It is also worth mentioning that the digestive system slows down with age so a high fiber diet is more important for older people.
Insoluble Fiber
Insoluble fiber can be found in a variety of foods; vegetables such as carrot, celery, green beans, cauliflower and potato skins, whole grain foods, bran, nuts and seeds, and the skins of some fruit (including tomatoes)
Their major role is to bulk faeces and prevent constipation and associated problems. It provides bulk to the diet and speeds everything through the bowel and may help to prevent bowel cancer.
Soluble Fiber
Soluble fiber can be found in fruits such as apples, bananas and berries, vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, potatoes and yams, peas and beans, oats, rye and barley.
Soluble fiber also lowers cholesterol levels and helps to prevent heart disease. It can also help to prevent constipation.
Resistant Starch
This is found in many foods like grains, firm bananas, lentils and potatoes. It helps to improve bowel health.
How Much Do You Need?
Opinion varies around the world, the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) ranges from 12 to 30 grams per day for adults. Children should eat 10 grams plus 1 gram per year of their age. For example, a 4 year old should eat 14 grams per day.
Tips To Help Boost Your Intake:-
*Change to wholemeal or wholegrain breads or rolls; these contain all 3 parts of the grain.
*Eat breakfast cereals which are wholegrain or contain wheat, bran or oats.
*Eat wholemeal pasta and brown rice.
*Eat fresh fruit rather than drinking fruit juice because fruit juice is often sweetened and contains artificial colors and flavors but fresh fruit has natural sugars and is full of essential vitamins and minerals.
*Add beans, barley and lentils into your soups and casseroles.
*Eat a variety of fruit and vegetables. They are low in fat, salt and sugar and a good source of dietary fiber.
*Make sure that you drink lots of fluid to enable your body to digest the fiber.
Fiber can help in weight loss because foods high in fiber are often bulky and more filling. Therefore, you will get fuller quicker and will not eat as much.
Fiber slows glucose absorption from the small intestine into the blood and therefore reduces the possibility of a surge of insulin.
Although fiber is an important factor in your diet, it is also important to gradually increase your fiber intake, a sudden increase could cause increased flatulence and abdominal pains.
Always remember to contact your Family Practitioner, Dietician or Child Health Nurse for further advice before making any changes to your diet and health program.

How to Apply Color Therapy for Optimal Health

Did you know color therapy is the radiant reflection of luminous energy in various wavelengths, with the power to affect both the body and the soul. Color therapy, or the conscious implementation of color to encourage well-being and healing, has been used in schools, hospitals, workplaces, and other institutions for decades. Science has shown that blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate are decreased by exposure to cool colors, such as green, blue, and black, and increased by warm colors, such as red, orange, and yellow.

For optimal health, eat foods in a wide range of colors. Your meals should be riotous rainbow of color, rather than a bland palette of whites or browns. Celebrate life, health, fitness, and even food choices by celebrating color!

Red

Red, the most physical and sensual of the colors, vibrates the most slowly and has the longest wavelength in the visible spectrum. Red is stimulating, hot, and exciting; it is associated with vitality, strength, passion, and willpower.

Red Foods

Beets Cayenne Cherries Cranberries Dulse Kidney Beans Radishes Raspberries Red Apples Red Peppers Red Cabbages Watermelon Strawberries Tomatoes Red plums

These are some of the red foods for you and there’s a whole lot more!

Orange

Orange is the blending of red (physical action) with yellow (wisdom). It symbolizes enthusiasm, outgoingness, optimism, confidence, joyfulness, and courage.

Beware fast-food restaurants use orange to attract lots of people without encouraging them to linger.

Orange Foods

Almonds Apricots Cantaloupe Carrots Cumin Dates Ginger Mangoes Nectarines Oranges Papayas Paprika Peaches Sweet Potatoes Walnuts Pumpkins Tangerines

Orange can lift spirits, foster humor, and loosen repression. Try it!

Yellow

Yellow is warm and is associated with things sunny, cheerful, joyous, optimistic, practical, confident, and illuminating. It is also associated with wisdom, knowledge, logic, and the mind. Now I know why I chose yellow as one of my main colors for Fitness Elements (Wisdom).

Because yellow is such a sharpening color that it enhances alertness, concentration, communication, and focus, you will often find yellow on food packaging.

Bananas Corn Dill Anise Seeds Cinnamon Chamomile Golden Apples Grapefruit Honey Lemons Lemongrass Nuts Pineapple Vegetable oils Yams Yellow Peppers Yellow Squash Whole grains

I hope you enjoy part 1 of the color therapy for optimal health and try to apply these colors to your fun food choices. See you next week for part 2. Have a healthy and happy day!

By, Natalie Pyles

Health and Fitness Expert, Nutrition Specialist, Author, and NSA Speaker

MEENAKSHI BHARKATIYA*, KAMAL SINGH RATHORE, ANKUR MAHESHWARI, SUNITA PANCHAWAT, R.K.NEMA

B.N.GIRLS? COLLEGE OF PHARMACY, UDAIPUR-RAJ. 31002

INTRODUCTION

Food allergy is recognized as a common worldwide problem, and, like other atopic disorders, its incidence seems to increase. In the past years, investigations of allergic food proteins and related immunological responses have moved to the molecular level, and the newly-found knowledge might provide novel experimental strategies for the laboratory diagnosis and the immuno-modulatory control of food-induced allergic reactions (1, 2).

Approximately 20% of the population alters their diet for a perceived adverse reaction to food, but the application of double-blind placebo-controlled oral food challenge, the ?gold standard? for diagnosis of food allergy, shows that questionnaire-based studies overestimate the prevalence of food allergies. The clinical disorders determined by adverse reactions to food can be classified on the basis of immunologic or no immunologic mechanisms and the organ system or systems affected (3, 4, 5).

The true prevalence of food allergy is lower and seems to range from 1% to 4% of the general population and about 6% of the general population and about 6% of the paediatric population, but does occur in as much as 25% of children with eczema6. Allergic hypersensitivity simply put, is an adverse immune reaction to a protein (or allergen) in our environment, which is normally harmless to the non-allergic person. It may present as mild itching of the skin, tissue swelling and wheezing or even progress to full-blown anaphylaxis and death. 18 million allergy sufferers live in the UK where 4% of the populations also have a food allergy.

Allergy develops after repeated exposure to the causative allergen. Sensitization takes place on initial exposure (a process that may take up to six weeks to develop) and no adverse reaction appears to occur during initial sensitization (6).

(A) DEFINITION

A food allergy is an immunologic response to a food protein and caused by allergens in the food that are a kind of protein in the food. These proteins resist the cooking process, the acid in the stomach and the enzymes in the stomach and intestines and enter the blood stream and they cause the allergy reaction after they enter the blood stream.

(B) SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Symptoms of food allergies are: -

1. Anaphylaxis: – a severe, whole-body allergic reaction that can result in death. Leads to vasodilation and, if severe, symptoms of life-threatening shock.

2. Angioedema: – rapid swelling (edema) of the skin, mucosa and submucosal tissues, especially of the eyelids, face, lips, and tongue.

3. Eczema is a form of dermatitis, or inflammation of the upper layers of the skin.

(a). Atopic eczema (aka infantile e., flexural e., atopic dermatitis) is believed to have a hereditary component, and often runs in families whose members also have hay fever and asthma. Itchy rash is particularly noticeable on face and scalp, neck, inside of elbows, behind knees, and buttocks.

(b). Contact dermatitis is of two types: allergic (resulting from a delayed reaction to some allergen, such as poison ivy or nickel), and irritant (resulting from direct reaction to a solvent, for example). Some substances act both as allergen and irritant (e.g. wet cement). Other substances cause a problem after sunlight exposure, bringing on phototoxic dermatitis.

(c). Xerotic eczema (aka asteatotic e., e. craquele or craquelatum, winter itch, pruritus hiemalis) is dry skin that becomes so serious it turns into eczema. It worsens in dry winter weather, and limbs and trunk are most often affected. The itchy, tender skin resembles a dry, cracked, river bed. This disorder is very common among the older population.

(d). Seborrhoeic dermatitis (aka cradle cap in infants, dandruff) causes dry or greasy scaling of the scalp and eyebrows. Scaly pimples and red patches sometimes appear in various adjacent places. In newborns it causes a thick, yellow crusty scalp rash called cradle cap which seems related to lack of biotin, and is often curable.

4. Skin rashes, such as nettle rash (also called urticaria or hives). Some of these longer lasting rashes are called atopic dermatitis.