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LISLE, Ill., Dec. 28, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- McCain Foods, the world's largest maker of frozen prepared potatoes, has joined the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF) in its pledge to reduce obesity, especially among children aged 6 to 11, by 2015. McCain Foods will provide support for programs and activities designed to help people achieve a healthy weight by balancing energy (calories) consumed with energy expended through physical activity. Today, many Americans are consuming more...
Don't let long shopping days derail your diet! Dietitians suggested top five mall-friendly healthy meals. Bellingham, WA (Vocus) December 13, 2010 It's the Christmas shopping season, and for many people, that means eating at least one meal a week at the mall. With massive tubs of french fries and greasy chicken wings lurking in every mall's food court, healthy eating on all all-day shopping trip can be a challenge. But you can find a reasonably healthy meal at the mall's food court "“...
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090226/CENSUSLOGO) (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090226/CENSUSLOGO) FRIDAY, AUGUST 27: POTATO CHIPS Profile America -- Friday, August 27th. One of America's favorite snack foods is said to have originated this week near Saratoga Springs, New York, in 1853. The chef at Moon's Lake House, George Crum, was...
Study is first to look at trans fat trends in major fast food chainsFive major fast food chains have significantly decreased trans fats in the oils they use to cook food, according to new research from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health.The latest research findings suggest that major fast food chains may have been responsive to health concerns from the public and that potential future marketplace shifts to watch for in response to current nutrition concerns include changes to...
NEW YORK, July 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its 162-year history of offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected, Hammacher Schlemmer introduces The Healthiest Deep Fryer, a device that makes up to 2 lbs. of crisp, succulent fried food using only one tablespoon of oil. "Unlike conventional fried potatoes that have up to 14% fat, The Healthiest Deep Fryer makes french fries with only 3% fat," explained Hammacher Schlemmer's General Manager, Fred Berns. The Healthiest Deep Fryer's...
Research advances capacity to predict, minimize ACDIrish potato, one of the world's major food crops, is increasingly grown and processed for use in various products; consider the popularity of consumer favorites like French fries and potato chips. In the closely scrutinized food production industry, products are accepted or rejected on the basis of color and appearance, among other attributes. Quality defects such as after-cooking darkening, or ACD"”a change in potato's normal flesh color...
WESTCHESTER, Ill., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Snack lovers across the nation said "yum-o!" when New York Style® Risotto Chips(TM) were featured as the "Snack of the Day" on the Rachael Ray Show on March 8, 2010. Audience members at the show received a free bag of Sea Salt Risotto Chips to enjoy, and New York Style has a special coupon for at-home viewers - snackers can visit www.NewYorkStyle.com to become members of the Central Park Club and receive a $0.75 off coupon. Risotto Chips are...
GLENVIEW, Ill., Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Everyone knows it's hard to determine what's authentic whether it be food choices or Hollywood drama. That's why ATHENOS, the only leading hummus brand made with 100 percent olive oil, is sharing a new take on the traditional truth-testing game 'two truths and a lie' during a series of events in Atlanta, Denver and Chicago. Through a partnership with Metromix and USWeekly.com, local city dwellers will be surrounded with opportunities to make choices...
ATLANTA, Aug. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, August 24, Hooters restaurants across the country will roll out a football inspired limited time offer menu, featuring items starting at $4.99. The menu includes two shared appetizer options of Loaded Chips and a "Hootertizer" Combo as well as two sandwiches, a Prime Rib Sandwich and Strip Cheese Sandwich which are both served with fries. The menu also features a build-your-own Bloody Mary. The menu and price points will be promoted through...
ASHEVILLE, N.C. July 31 /PRNewswire/ -- French fries have become such a food staple, but they pose many health concerns. There are, however, alternatives to French fries that are good for you and taste delicious. The good thing about these alternatives is that you can use any kind of potato you like, from russet to baking potatoes, sweet potatoes to Yukon golds. FoodieMama.com Feeding Toddlers Expert Editor Jen Lane shares recipes and tips on various ways to make "French fries" that you...
