Comments on: Top 5 Pantry Must-Haves

By: Robbie

Robbie — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 22:57:06 +0000

Olive oil! I don't know what we'd do without it. It really is versatile and a good olive oil can dress up even the most basic of dishes.

By: Krissa

Krissa — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 17:55:59 +0000

That is a great tip about local honey… I had forgotten that. I wonder if it works for pets with allergies? My puggle is has some seasonal allergies – is honey alright for dogs?

By: Jess White

Jess White — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 02:15:24 +0000

honey can be used to treat diabetic ulcers it's healing power is so strong. Also don't forget- kids under 1 year shouldn't have honey – they are at risk from botulism from it!

By: Chere Bork

Chere Bork — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:06:55 +0000

The way to organize your life is to organize your kitchen! And, having foods on hand helps you intentionally and healthfully live. Like sugar or honey, high fructose corn syrup has calories. Excessive calories, from whatever source, can promote weight gain. But replacing high fructose corn syrup with sugar will not reduce obesity or improve health. They are nutritionally the same. No single food or ingredient is the sole cause of obesity – rather, the primary cause is too many calories and too little exercise. A sugar is a sugar, whether it’s honey, high fructose corn syrup, table sugar, or fruit juices. You shouldn’t eat too much of any sugar. High fructose corn syrup isn't any sweeter than sugar. And they both have the same number of calories, 4 per gram. It all comes down to what I learned 30 years ago as a Registered Dietitian ~~ planning, moderation and variety!
Chere Bork, MS RD LN

By: Malia

Malia — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:04:20 +0000

Local honey is great for keeping allergies at bay. Find some local haoney start taking a teaspoon a day and after a month you will see huge change in your allergies. It is also great to give to kids instead of the over the counter junk that is out there. My 2 1/2 year old thinks it's a treat. It also works as a good negotiating tool for your kids.

By: jdud

jdud — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 03:58:56 +0000

Olive oil is a must in my pantry. Walnut oil is good, but it has a short "shelf" life after opening. Hummus and garlic Melba toast can satisfy me for a dinner or just make a good snack. I always have them in the house.

By: Lauren Swann

Lauren Swann — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 21:59:00 +0000

The big re-sealable canister of Old Wessex oat bran, can of crushed tomatoes (for turkey chili), reduced fat Triscuits and whole wheat angel hair pasta.
My sacred spice trio – garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper. and always have cinnamon for the oat bran
and agree with the black beans and tuna packed in water

By: Bailey

Bailey — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:49:08 +0000

I like to keep canned tuna and black beans for last minute healthy tasty meals or snacks.