Our Newsletter 'Chewing the Fat'

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Chewing the Fat - October 08   >> October 15th, 2008

Give Away Time - Portion Controlled Nuts

Scientific studies have well established that eating a small handful of raw unsalted nuts each day helps to reduce cholesterol and improve heart health. However, a handful of nuts can get pretty large if you have big hands! The Almond Board of Australia recently sent me about 20 correct portion-sized tins of almonds which removes all the guesswork of what warrants a correct handful. The tins are actually a pretty good idea and a very convenient way to pack the correct size nut snack. I am handing them out fast so please drop me a quick email at naras@thebodydoctor.com.au and I will keep one aside for you.

Blackmore's 2008 Sydney Marathon Success Stories

Congratulations to Dave W and Suzanne G for beating the heat and completing their first ever full marathon. To put it into perspective, 42km is roughly the distance from Centennial Park to Waterfall - it's a long way to run. This year's marathon was harder than the last few because it was an unusually hot and sunny day. Dave and Suzanne prepared themselves for the event by joining the Can Too Cure Cancer running program. By pledging to raise funds for cancer research, participants join a highly structured (and free) training program that ensures that each person builds the fitness and skills to complete the event. For the less adventurous, there is also a Half Marathon program as well. If anyone is looking for a fitness focus, I thoroughly recommend the Can Too program, it is fantastic. Check out www.cantoo.org.au for more information.

Last Cooking Class For 2008

The next cooking class is for all the nine to fivers. This time we will be back at the Blanco Showroom and it will be a Thursday evening dinner session. In keeping with the season, the menu will be light summer fare. Together with our chef Valerie, we will learn to create the following two dishes:

• Soba Salad (entrée)
• Mediterranean Lamb Salad (main)

Our final class for the year will be limited to a maximum of 10 people so please book early on 1300 364 316 or email me at naras@thebodydoctor.com.au to secure a spot for you and your cooking buddy.

Summer Cooking Class:

• Blanco Showroom Bondi Junction
• Thursday 13th November 2008
• 6pm - 8pm
• $70 per person

Last Month's Japanese Cooking Workshop - Special Recipe to Share

Last month, some of us were very fortunate to have ex-Tetsuyas chef Yoshiko Takeuchi teach us the finer points of Japanese cuisine. Over a 3 hour period we were treated to fine miso, some wonderful tofu dishes and an array of soothing teas and sake drinks. I begged Yoshi to allow me to reproduce the recipe for the miso soup and you will find it on my website at www.thebodydoctor.com.au. The soup is amazing and makes for a perfect low calorie and fulfilling snack.

Until next month, best wishes

Naras