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Southern Byways

Archive for the ‘Health’ Category

November 17th, 2006

Deep Fried Turkey… Fattier?

“Deep-frying a turkey is a Southern tradition that has gained nationwide popularity. The deep-frying process seals the outside of the turkey with a crisp texture while the inside stays juicy.”
But does it make the meat any greasier? Well, according to this article, it doesn’t. But… and there is a big but coming. If you […]

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November 15th, 2006

Packing a Medical Kit

I was just looking over the list and I have to admit that there are some items that never occurred to me. No, not all of them are going to apply, but I did spot a few new items that I could include. I guess the good news is that I at least […]

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September 26th, 2006

The Origins of Southern Food

“The Southern United States has a distinct cuisine that draws heavily on influences from various groups that have inhabited the area. The most notable influences come from African-American, Native American, British, Irish, French, and Spanish cuisines. Soul food, Creole, Cajun, and to a certain extent, Floribbean are examples of Southern cuisine. In more recent history, […]

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September 26th, 2006

Hot Springs, Arkansas

“This town started because of the “healing” hot springs that come up out of the mountain. Indians and Civil War veterans found them beneficial for healing. (The secret is that low levels of radon are present in the water which is good for the body.) They are now capped springs, except for a couple of […]

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September 22nd, 2006

Highchair Covers

I don’t know about you, but it used to give me the creeps to sit Jamie or Brittany in restaurant highchairs when we ate out. Who knows who sat in there last?? Did they have a cold? Were they coming down with the flu?
No, this is a much better idea. Just take this along with […]

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September 19th, 2006

The Big Queasy

“Travelling with a child who gets carsick can get any vacation off to a bad start.
Oh, do I remember being car sick. It was horrible and to date, I still can’t read or watch tv in the car. Royal pain when you have a long trip ahead of you. But there are a few little […]

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September 12th, 2006

Car Seat and Stroller All in One

“This versatile seat converts quickly and easily from a secure car/plane seat (forward-or rear-facing) into a sturdy, maneuverable stroller or booster seat. The wheels and handle fold into the body, and the seat secures with a seat belt. (Before flying, contact your airline for specific seat dimensions.) Featuring the safest possible 5-point harness system, the […]

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August 22nd, 2006

How To Deal With First Aid on a Trip

The last thing you want to contend with is an accident that could land a member of the family in the Emergency room. I thought that I had it all figured out, but I never thought of this…
“If you do get sick, phone home. The delightful doctor you see in this photo is my most […]

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July 23rd, 2006

Water Purification Made Simple

I’m definitely not saying that there is anything wrong with the water anywhere in the south, but my sister and her husband just had a holiday ruined because of something he ate or drank??? They aren’t sure which but it was enough to completely ruin their time together.
The same thing happened to Britt and […]

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