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Have A Laugh Today

I was having a really rotten day the other day and I remembered this really funny book I read about misheard song lyrics. I decided to browse around and see if I could find something similar and I can across this website. Every time I look at one of those misheard song lyrics I laugh and feel so much better. Go find Kissthisguy - Misheard Song Lyrics and have a good laugh.

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It is always fun to try new things especially if it’s free. Check out this site and brighten your day with some free stuff that could be good for you.

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New Obesity Research - The Obesity Gene

Just saw a really interesting article in Parade Magazine. Acording to the author, FTO, otherwise known as the “obesity gene,” is found in more than half of some populations. Okay, I admit it - the obesity gene is definetely in my gene pool. My cousin used to call it “the zest for food” or maybe she said lust for food. I don’t remember but I know my ancestors have that gene. Apparently those with two copies of the gene (I guess that means both your parents have it) have a 70% more likely chance to be obese than noncarriers. But it seems, in this case we don’t have to necessarily live our DNA.

The latest research indicates that you can overcome your genetic predisposition for obesity and be fit and healthy. The article quotes a recent study from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, which says exercise can help to prevent weight gain even among people who carry the FTO gene. The study used a group of 700 Amish people and found that among the most physically active, the gene had virtually no effect on weight. Don’t worry you don’t have become Amish to be immune to the FTO.

The article recommends increasing your activity levels by walking, gardening and incorporating other forms of moderate exercise.

See our related post Women Walking For Exercise In Front Of The TV

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INGREDIENTS:

Crust:

• 1/3 cup rolled oats
• 6 graham crackers
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
• 1 egg white
• Buttered flavored vegetable cooking spray

Filling:

• 2 cups apple cider
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 5?6 large Granny Smith apples, about 2 1/2 pounds
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch

Topping:

• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Set oven temperature to 350 degrees.
2. In a food processor, process the oats, graham crackers and walnuts until finely ground.
3. Add the egg white and process until blended. The mixture should look crumbly not gooey.
4. Coat a 9?inch pie pan with cooking spray.
5. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the pie pan to make the crust.
6. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
7. Remove from oven and set aside until ready to use.
8. Bring the cider to a boil in a large heavy saucepan over high heat.
9. Cook until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 15 minutes.
10. Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice to the bowl.
11. Peel the apples, cut into quarters, remove the core and cut into thin slices.
12. Stir the apples into the cider mixture.
13. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the apples and stir to combine.
14. Arrange the apples in the crust.
15. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, oats, walnuts and cinnamon together.
16. Pour the melted butter into the bowl stirring to combine.
17. Sprinkle the topping over the apples, pat down with your hands and bake at 350F for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. The center should be soft when pierced with a sharp knife.

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