Eunice's Euphoria.

209 - Pasta Zanmai @ Empire Shopping Mall

2012-03-05T16:35:00.001+08:00

~~Occasionally, I love Japanese food.~~

I love Japanese food. All the time.Unfortunately,because I have lots of facts to consider before heading to Japanese restaurant, I rarely eat Japanese food. Yeah, you're right ,money is the major issue. ;P

*stepped in Pasta Zanmai #LikeABoss

MENU MENU MENU !

Start browsing their enticing menu..

Meat sauce to mochi No cheese pizza? what toking u? -.-

Haha. Just for laugh gags.

ok. continue browsing...

What I ordered :

Green Tea . I love the tea pot, man! >.<

Edamame... so small the portion.

Green beans ( Edamame) Rm6

Sushi King and Sakae Sushi only sell this for rm4, with double portion of this LOH~

Salmon salad with sesame sauce dressing.

The dazzling ebiko on top of my salad!

Their salmon was soooo fresh til they can really MELT in your mouth ~

I can taste Omega-3 & 6 gliding down my throat ,oh-so-smoothly~ <3

Can see the fats are clearly separated from the flesh of the Raw salmon.

5 pieces only where got enough? *rants

Sweet and creamy Sesame sauce.

Mushroom Pizza.

Very thin crust. Lots of mayo and mushrooms. I like the 'just nice' portion. Not too big,nor small , so that my tummy can have more space to taste other good food.

Unagi rice.

Runny yolks makes everything tasty and delectable!

Eggs are gooooood for your heart ! it protects your heart okayyy?

Large Fruit Punch Peach Tea.

Pieces of fruit chunks in it (Watermelon, Honeydew, Mango, Kiwi & Green Apple slice)

Green Tea Latte.

Which is way too sweet and creamy and milky for me. ;X

*dislike button

I LOVE THIS. LOVE IT. LOVE THIS. LOVE IT. LOVE THE EGG.LOVE THE CHICKEN.EVERYTHING.!

Scallop pizza. This is so gratifying and titillating .

It's just the size of my face! I can wallop alllllllll of this.

Fried Tofu served with some broth .

Slightly salty broth, fresh and smooth tofu, crispy yet oily coating.... I call this sinful indulgence.

Grilled miniature fish.

ARHGSDJKH SJLKFS! Forgive me, I forgot to snap a pic of what's in the fish.

It's full of egg roe! ahhhhh... Y didn't I snap it before I forgot?

*regret conscience

When someone is hungry, and someone else needs to take pics of the food before eating, the he/she will give you a : ''UGHHHH... *sickening rolled eyes* .

So I'll just show them my poker face!

Garlic Fried Rice. Om nom nom~ BEST!

See, someone stole a spoonful of my fried rice before I manage to capture it !

Raw Salmon. THUMBS UP~

So, the bill ended up....

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*ka ching*

RM 251.

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2012-03-05T11:10:00.000+08:00

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208 - Pick Me Up Dessert@ Kuchai Lama

2012-03-04T22:47:00.000+08:00

When it comes to food, we always ended up eating our scrumptious food especially desserts and snacks in different places because we can't find these desserts and snacks provided in the same place. I always wonder wouldnt it be convenient and more enjoyable if there is a place that can provide most of the delicious desserts and snacks that can fulfill our taste sensations. Instead of hoping for a café nearby to open up to meet our taste desire, Pick-Me-Up decided to get this inspiration energized by kick starting their own dessert and snack café.

Thy have surveyed, tasted and innovated some of the popular dessert and snacks found locally and internationally as they wanted this café to serve only delectable desserts and snacks that can give people an extra cheer, energy and satisfaction. Simply we want people to pick these desserts and snacks up, thats where the brand name of Pick-Me-Up was created.

Just pick your fav 3 toppings on your Froyo!( Frozen Yogurt)

If you want something more filling...

You can have some Nutella Toast , Quesadilla...

Price is very reasonable & affordable.

According to the restaurant manager, they have also spent a lot of time and effort blending both eastern and western ingredients and flavors together to create a harmonious mix and taste sensations as we feel that a good food should not be strictly associated to certain countries. With the first opening of Pick-Me-Up outlet in Malaysia, now you can nourish your taste buds with a variety of tastefulness from their very own blended delectable desserts and snacks.

Air-conditioned ambiance .

3 flavors Burritos.

Ummmm~~ Needless to say, you can imagine how it taste it could be just by looking at it.

The Vanilla Ice cream goes very well with all these ingredients.

Banana ,Oreo, and Mango.

I savor every mouthful of this heavenly piece .

The Ice cream melts immediately in your mouth, then the chunky peanuts comes in with different texture, then you taste the main ingredient(Banana/Oreo/Mango)

*thumbs up*

Pick-Me-Up signature Fruity Tower Ice.

From top- Blueberry, Mango and Strawberry.

Obviously, their ice is slightly different from other places such as Snowflakes, QQsnowMix plainly just by eyeing the food presentation.

What's so special about the ice tower is because you are able to savor three different flavors all-in-one bowl!

Choose your toppings such as Taro/Potato balls, Pearls, Nata de coco, and Mango, Red bean, Green bean,lotus ....WHATEVERYOULIKE! ;)

Not to forget, each layer of fruity ice are separated with a thin layer of ice cream, don't you think that it's very creative? ;P

Pick-Me-Up is only 2 months old and they're launching their new product - Taiwanese Ice Tower!

From top : Grassjelly flavor,Palm sugar ( Gula Melaka), and Soya flavor(bottom). These layer are separated by a layer of red bean. You can either taste one by one to get their flavor, or mix it all together to create a different taste! I really admire them as you can see how innovative they can be!

I love the bottom one the most...;P

Chilli Chic Quesadilla

Mexican style Quesadilla can be found here too . Though photos showed that the Quesadilla is kinda flat, and unappetizing, but don't let the picture fool you! It's awesome!

When some mince meat + a hint of spiciness+ some cheesy Modzerella cheese, chunky tomatoes assembled all together in one,there's only one word I can say, Fanta-bulous.

Chilli Cheese Fries.

A all-time-fav snack for all of us! ;)

It's addictive. Trust me.

Next, we have some frozen yogurt!

Froyo! Froyo! *Encore

A very healthy option for someone like me who is perpetually more on the 'health-conscious' diet.

*Heart melts*

A lil bit of everything goes a long way~ <3

The not-so-sweet Strawberry jam, cornflakes, and oat crumbs creates a harmonious flavor when it comes together...

Soft Ice cream for the little ones!

HEY! Who doesn't like Nutella with Ice cream?

I mean, what's wrong with it?Icy ice cream with slightly warm toast, best match ever isn't it?

#Cause you're hot and you're cold....

Blueberry toast+ Nutella .

Cheese Nachos!

Well,I guess you couldn't find this in Snowflakes... xP

So, this is the stand-alone-ice ~~tower,~~which has already tumble down. xP

Grass Jelly flavored ice ...

*we encore for more Froyo!

Froyo with Blueberries toppings, and a thick layer of ice laid at the bottom.

More than your pasar malam bubble tea, less than Chatime, I would say, it's in between them.

Smooth and flavorsome bubble tea with grass jelly/pearls.

Pick-Me-Up
Scrumptious Dessert and Snack
35, Jalan Kuchai Maju 8,
58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: 016-3355301
Business hours: Mon - Thu: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm/ Fri - Sat: 1:00 pm - 12:30 pm/
Sun: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Website: http://www.pickmeup.com.my/
Facebook Page: pick-me-up

207- On my 18th Birthday ...

2012-02-29T21:36:00.001+08:00

I really want to be a CHATIME ambassador!

Don't you think that I'm the best choice ?

AHAHAHAHAHA!!! Weeewuu weeewuuu~!

Opted Chatime on my Birthday because I Love Chatime.

It's so contagious, obviously. Everyone loves chatime. I selected this place because I love the environment as well. Dim light, air-conditioned, and of course, their Uji Matcha Milk Tea..

I invited some of my friends here , just a simple gathering, cause I miss the 'togetherness' we had when we were in high school.. Too bad some of them couldn't make it. So, photos below shows some of them who was able to attend ...

Not to forget, it's buy 1 Free 1 day...! yuhuuu~

Didn't expect anything to happen that day... ;)

Just a typical 'yum char' session with my friends... suddenly, the Chatime Crew I guess there's 4 or 5 of them walked in together, singing Birthday song for me... That very moment I feel so touched. *shed tears

Everyone eyed one me. I was shy, and touched,contented, helpless, and totally clueless!

Then my brother came in, handing me a huge paper bag, guess what's inside?

Taa-daa.... it's my new toy!

<3 LOVE THIS IMMENSELY.

My lovely sisters...<3 <3 <3

It's really quite a memorable birthday for me... tho that Birthday song last only for a few second, then all the Chatime Crew cabut, left all of us there... without tissue...;/

No tissue how to eat cake?-.-

They ran out of tissue that night....><

nevermind, enough of ranting.... let's enjoy these photos....

Eunice, Y U NO STOP SHOWING YOUR RABBIT TEETH?-.-

My lovely brother... the one who planned everything for today.

The wonderful-last-for-only-10-second surprise, and the camera, and the Green Tea cake.

Thanks bro, Love ya...*BLUSH*

Brother and sister can be very very very close. Just like couples.

We fought when we were young, we argued, we hated each other, we cursed each other , but hey, blood is still thicker than water...^^ Ge ge~

haha! Love bring us back together, bro Justin, thankyou nah~ *watery eyes*

Add caption

Friends that loves me more than myself.

Trina (aka BFF) made me this!

I wannaThankAllOfYouInsideThisCard <3

Saw that silly boy behind the corner?-.- Smilling like Mona Lisa. -.-* face palm*

see that guy again with the red shirt hiding behind me....-.- PLEASE LAHH~>.<

Haha. Ini adalah kawanku, namanya fatty...hahaha! and Yuki!

Elisa, the one who took this beautiful pic of me. thankyou babe. ;)

Peace, no fight.

Make A Wish...

God bless all those that I love; God bless all those that love me

God bless all those that love those that I love, and all those that love those that love me.

Then, the world will become a better place, for you and me.

Love is a wonderful gift of life, don't you agree that?

206 - Swiss Garden Residence KL@ Jalan Pudu.

2012-02-24T17:17:00.001+08:00

Cozy and comfy interior environment.

Swiss Garden Hotel & Residence brings you two grandiose suite which is the Bukit Bintang Suite and Kuala Lumpur Suite -Both located at the 33^rdfloor of the Swiss Garden Residence. Bukit Bintang Suite is where you can capture the panoramic view of the entire city of Kuala Lumpur. It consist of 5 bedrooms with a private balcony; On the other hand we have Kuala Lumpur Suite, which consist of 4 bedrooms with a walk-in wardrobe.

If words couldn't speak... Let the pictures do the talking.

Scenic view from the top of the ~~world~~ Swiss Garden Building

Imagine standing on the private balcony, sipping a cup of aromatic coffee/tea, while breeze of wind gently blows on you... You are on cloud nine , aren't you?

The Kuala Lumpur Suit has dry and wet kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen.

Bathroom - in the lap of luxury.

Spacious and palatial bedrooms.

Breathtaking surroundings.

Fit for 10 accommodation.

Intimate privacy.

Whether you're here for a holiday with friends or family, these luxurious suites can definitely be part of your perfect getaway .

A getaway is not perfect until good food comes in complimentary.

Taste6 Restaurant.

weekend buffet comes in wide range of food :

Pakistan Chicken Kebab.

Roasted Rosemary Potatoes.

Grilled Fresh Squid.

Fish Tikka.

Tiger Prawns.

Buttered Mixed Vegetables.

Spaghetti Aglio Olio.

Herb Pilaf Rice.

Grilling Tikka fish on the spot.

French style bread & butter.

Tropical fruits.

All-time-favorite desserts

After a heavy dinner, perhaps you can go to the infinite pool, which is just walking distance away from the restaurant, and enjoy sunset, clear sky, or maybe lucky enough to watch hot chicks/ hunky guy swimming ! LOL.

The infinite pool

The Weekend BBQ is priced at RM 96 nett with BUY 1 FREE 1 Promo (only applies for adult rate). Per child is RM 24 Nett. Kids below 5 year old eats for FREE!
The BBQ is available on weekends only from 6.30pm - 11.00pm. Prior Reservtion must be made before dining in. We also cater for all custom-made parties and events! Call 03-2785 1189 for evens reservation & call 03 2785 1284 for T@ste Restaurant.

Swiss Garden Hotel & Residence
117, Jalan Pudu,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.

205 - QQ SnowMix @ Bandar Puteri

2012-02-22T10:46:00.000+08:00

Another good news for desserts lover!

There's another similar desserts like snowflakes in town...

If you doesn't like to visit Snowflake, not because of their snowflakes, but because of the hustle and bustle crowds, forever-jam-packed service, queue and wait for a seat... Then I think, this is another good choice for you to pay a visit...

See...

It's empty. I love the empty, cozy, serene void here...

Where I can sit down and chillex, unlike Snowflake,

You need to raise up your voice when talking, it's like fighting to talk, you know? Like the morning market...heh...;)

It's clean and hygenic.

Natural ingredients...

EXACTLY LIKE SNOWFLAKES lah.

Brown sugar coarse ice mixed.

Toppings can be clearly seen.

Not much difference compared to snowflake

Hold. There's something I dislike, the taro (aka yam). It's plain and unsweetened. Though it's cut into cube, I prefer them to cook it in syrup, simmer it till they're soft and creamy

The tasteless yam goes to waste ;/

Soya Ice series! Taste as delicious as ~~me.lol.~~ snowflakes !!!

Im a dessert lover. Love it. Love it.

<3 It's really a good news for me cause I stay nearby Bandar Puteri, I dont have to travel all the way to IOI Boulevard, Sunway Pyramid ,Damansara , etc ...to savor it. You know, when women have cravings, they can go wild for desserts... ! Not to say it's a very healthy dessert, but a single serving is enough to satisfy your sweet tooth. ;P

Eat consciously and moderately. . .

No. 48, Jalan Puteri 1/4
Bandar Puteri,
47100, Puchong Selangor.

03-8052 3133

204 - Souled Out @ Menara HSC.

2012-02-21T00:16:00.000+08:00

SO LIP SMACKING ? I LIKE THEIR DESCRIPTION.

They served modest menu featuring a mix of familiar favorites and an astute beverage list.

A mix of local, Western, Northern Indian food and beverage make it a place for friends and family to foster the spirit of friendship and camaraderie.

Why is it named SOULed OUT?

Their strong philosophy ,'' to make good food as good as a hug'' , a new chapter in the annals of SOULed OUT Ampang is born !

Im always on a diet.. .... let's see what we have here...

Salmon, Salad, Steak, Pastas,Naan... hmm

Flipped back one more time...

Salmon, Salad, Steak, Pasta, Chicken, Lamb...

Asian delicacies..

Laksa,Kuey Tiao, Noodles....\

Pit-ZAH.

Still couldn't make up my mind...

But then the thoughts : IM ALWAYS ON A DIET. -.-

...

TYPICAL ME. *TROLL FACE*

Summertime Salad. RM20

Grilled seafood - squid strip , salmon cube and butterfly-cut-prawns are mixed together. Drizzle with lotsa olive oil..zested with orange juice and tiny pieces of orange segments ( without the membrane). Everything blends so well together. =) So healthy. Fats, Carbs, Fiber, Protein... all-in-one. LOL.

Emperor Sencha . Simple Green Tea. They claimed that it's the finest tea on earth. RM7.

Love it too. It's so fresh and clear. I think it's best to enjoy it after all meals. It really does helps to clean your digestive tracts and wash away oily foods in your belly.

Lamb shank with superb gravy.

Cheers ,meat lovers! A place recommended for you!

Big and huge portion...wonderfully cooked, the little lamb was so flavorsome...

Beef Lasagna. RM20

This is remarkably a sinful indulgence. Not for me, but all cheese lovers out there... The melted cheese smells like... CHEESE! fermented dairy... I love it . Love it, but one spoonful is enough. Im so afraid of getting cheese diarrhoea ...xPP

Spaghetti Carbonara. RM25

with chicken slice/beef.

It's EXTREMELY CREAMY, and mouth-watering...

satisfying, and I ended up puking, so I ate nothing...

Nah, it's really delicious, gastronomic indulgence. But overeating made me feeling unwell.

I love the environment over here. Cozy and serene. One of the best chill out spot.

Apple Mojito . RM19

Light and refreshing.

Dragonfly. RM13.

I love the red color of Dragonfruit, strawberry puree and the oh-so-NOT-thirst quenching taste...

Im sure all the baby girls out there like it... <3

Yan, the Lim sister.

and Lim brother...lol^^

The reckless driver...lol^^

and my brother...^^

SOULed OUT was indeed a very good place for people who really knows how to enjoy good food. Peaceful ambiance, which you are able to enjoy counting stars at the clear sky while savoring your dinner...

The interior of the bistro restaurant also features Bakau pole ceilings, aluminium seating and Tolomeo lighting.

Clean and air-conditioned washroom. LoL.

Your neighbourhood cafe. Home away from home '?'

G1, Ground Floor, Menara HSC, 187 Jalan Ampang, 50450 KL.
Tel : 603 2181 1626

203 - Fat Loss & Muscle gain.

2012-02-17T11:27:00.000+08:00

It’s time to end the debate of all debates.

You want to lose weight, gain muscle, and change your body—but without worrying about whether you’re eating the right foods. After all, countless diets pronounce that they provide the ultimate solution to your goals. Only problem is, they all differ in the types of foods they suggest, the timing of meals, and how much you can eat.

But all diets are dependent on one common factor: macronutrient composition. That is, the protein, carbohydrate, and fat content in the foods you eat. Macronutrients are the single most important factor that determines a diet’s success or failure. Every diet has its own macronutrient manipulation. On one end of the continuum are the low-carb diets, such as Atkins and Protein Power (and some variations of the Paleo Diet). More towards the middle are diets like The Zone and South Beach. On the other end of the continuum are high-carb/low-fat diets such as Pritikin and Ornish.

So who’s right? Recent evidence in the International Journal of Obesity suggests that the diet you can stick to best is the right one – regardless of the exact breakdown of macronutrients. But this still leaves questions about how to determine your needs to simplify eating. Consider this your final answer, and the guide you need to finally determine the most effective plan for you.

Hitting your goal for the day is the most important aspect of eating protein, whether it’s for fat loss, building muscle, or just maintaining your weight.

The Eating Guide

Are you a calorie counter who wants an even more focused plan? Once you figure out how many calories you want to eat per day, use this plan from Alan Aragon (alanargon.com) to balance your macronutrients and drop fat fast.

Key

1 gram of protein = 4 calories

1 gram of carbohydrates = 4 calories

1 gram of fat = 9 calories

Protein

Eat one gram of protein per pound of your goal body weight.

So if you want to weigh 200 pounds, you’d eat 200 grams of protein per day for a total of 800 calories.

Fat

Remember, the amount of fat you want will depend on many specific factors. As a rough goal on a fat loss plan, eat .5 grams of fat for your goal body weight.

Using the 200 pound model, you would consume 100 grams of fat per day, or 900 total calories.

If you find that this is too much and you gain weight (reminder: fat does NOT make you fat), aim for .3 to .4 grams of fat per pound of goal body weight. Listen to your body and you will see changes.

Carbohydrates

Carbs are dependent on how much protein and fat you consume in your diet. That is, you’ll eat carbs to fill in the remainder of calories needed in your diet.

Using the formula above, let’s say you wanted to eat 2500 calories per day.

Add your protein (800 calories ) and your fat (900 calories) and then subtract it from the total number of calories you want to eat (2500-1700 = 800 calories).

Divide the remainder number of calories (800) by 4, and you’ll have a target number of carbohydrates you should eat (200 grams).

Therefore, on this sample diet you’d eat:

200 grams of protein (800 calories or 30% of your diet)

100 grams of fat (900 calories or 40% of your diet)

200 grams of carbs (800 calories or 30% of your diet)

PROTEIN

WHAT IT IS AND WHY YOU NEED IT

Protein is the major structural and functional component of all cells in your body. Proteins literally play a necessary role in many of the biological processes that allow you to live and function. Not to mention, about 25 percent of your muscle mass is made up of protein—and the rest is made up of water and glycogen (your body’s stored form of carbohydrates). So it’s no wonder why so many diets place a heavy emphasis on protein. But the reason you need to eat so much is simple: Unlike other nutrients, your body can not assemble protein by combining other nutrients, so enough must be consumed in your daily meals in order to achieve your desired health and appearance.

BIGGEST MYTH

Despite what you might have heard, your body can process a lot more protein than you think in each meal. Like a big steak dinner? Don’t worry, you can handle it. The most common claim is that your body can only handle 20 to 30 grams per meal and that the rest will go to waste. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

The idea that your body can only handle limited amounts of protein was one of the initial reasons why people began eating meals every 2 to 3 hours. It was a tactic designed to prevent wasting food, while also raising your metabolism. However, science has proved that your body can take as much time as it needs to digest and absorb protein and utilizes all of the nutrients appropriately. With the exception of a massive protein binge—where you consume more protein in one meal than your body can handle in an entire day—you can feed yourself larger doses as part of a healthy approach to your diet.

ADDING PROTEIN TO YOUR DIET

While most people think that protein is most important before and after your workout, this isn’t true. Hitting your goal for the day is the most important aspect of eating protein, whether it’s for fat loss, building muscle, or just maintaining your weight. Setting your protein goals is a fairly simple process. Research shows that a range of .5 to 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight is ideal if you are active. If you want to be even more specific, a good general guideline is to eat about 1 to 1.5 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass (LBM). However, most people don’t know or can’t reliably measure their LBM. As an alternative, consume 1 gram of protein per pound of your goal body weight.

That means if you’re a fluffy 200 pounds and want to be a lean, toned 180 pounds, simply eat 180 grams of protein per day. Learning what food intake amounts to 180 grams of protein – or any macronutrient – is a matter of tracking your intake. Food journaling software like LIVESTRONG.COM's MyPlate can help you record how much protein you're really eating.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The pitfalls of under-doing protein far outweigh those of overdoing it. Meeting protein requirements is particularly important when you’re trying to lose weight because protein is the most muscle-sparing and metabolic macronutrient, and it also keeps you full. If you struggle to achieve your protein target through whole foods like meat, fish, poultry, eggs, legumes, and milk products, you can easily supplement your diet with protein powder (whey, casein, or egg). There’s no need to nitpick over the precise distribution and timing of protein throughout the day, just concentrate on the total for the day, and consume protein at doses and times that suit your schedule and personal preference.

FAT

WHAT IT IS AND WHY YOU NEED IT

Fat is a major fuel source for your body and has multiple functions, such as helping your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins, regulating inflammation, and hormone production. Like protein, fat is considered to be nutritionally essential because certain fatty acids (linoleic acid & alpha-linolenic acid) cannot be sufficiently produced by your body for survival, and thus you must fulfill your needs by eating fatty foods. That’s right. Read that sentence again: You must eat fat. Although essential fatty acid deficiency is uncommon among adults in developed countries, the consumption omega-3 fatty acids is often too low for the purpose of optimizing health and preventing disease.

BIGGEST MYTH

Let’s settle the score once and for all: Fat does not make you fat.

Once you get beyond that myth, there are many other misconceptions that could steer your eating habits in the wrong direction. Most notably, many people still believe that saturated fat is a dangerous substance that causes heart disease and should be avoided. This myth has survived for at least the last 3 decades, and has refused to die despite numerous studies that have shown that saturated fat is actually good for your body. In a recent invitation-only scientific consensus meeting, the Department of Nutrition at the University of Copenhagen determined that saturated fat does not need to be avoided. What’s more, a recent review failed to find a link between saturated fat and coronary heart disease. More importantly, it’s not just that saturated fat isn’t bad; the scientists found that eating saturated fat benefits your health.

That doesn’t mean that all fats are safe. The Dutch analysis found that excessive trans-fats (from hydrogenated vegetable oils in shortening, commercial baked goods, and refined snack foods) still pose a significant threat to your health.

ADD FAT TO YOUR DIET

The best way to prevent heart disease is to simplify your diet. Eat more whole and minimally refined foods, including an increased proportion of vegetables, fruits, and nuts—and know how to balance your omega-3 fatty acids. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends 0.5-1.8 g/day of combined EPA and DHA, which are omega-3 fatty acids with potent heart-protective properties. This intake can be achieved by either consuming two to six one-gram capsules of fish oil, or by having roughly three to six ounces of fatty fish per day. Vegetarians should realized that achieving the same EPA and DHA levels with flaxseed oil is a much less efficient process, requiring roughly double the dose.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Unfortunately, there isn’t a gold standard for the amount of fat you need in your diet. Instead, it should be determined on an individual basis. The most recent report by the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine recommends that you eat at least 20 to 35 percent of your total calories from fat. But realize that eating slightly more than this won’t cause added fat storage as long as your total calories match your goal for weight gain, loss or maintenance. If you still want a target, divide your weight in half and eat that many grams of fat. So if you’re 180 pounds, you would aim to consume 90 grams of fat per day.

CARBOHYDRATES

WHAT IT IS AND WHY YOU NEED IT

Carbohydrates have many functions, but their main role is to provide energy to the cells in your body. Carbohydrates are unique because they are not considered essential. That’s because your body can synthesize its needs from non-carbohydrate sources though processes called gluconeogenesis and ketogenesis. As a result, the other foods you eat (proteins and fats) can be converted into energy, meaning that your general survival does not depending on eating carbohydrates. As mentioned before, this can’t be said about amino acids (protein) or essential fatty acids (fat)—both of which you need to obtain from foods.

Still, while carbohydrates technically are not essential, you do need them when living an active lifestyle. Not to mention, fruits and vegetables are two of the most important sources of carbohydrates, and both provide nutrient-rich calories that protect against disease.

BIGGEST MYTH

Carbs do not make you fat. (Picking up on a theme?)

Ever since the low-carb craze began in the early 1990s, carbohydrates have been demonized as the cause of the growing obesity rates. And while a low-carb diet does have many health benefits and can lead to lasting weight loss, there is no “metabolic advantage” to going low carb. In fact, a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition compared a low-carb diet with one that was higher in carbohydrates. The result: There was no difference in weight loss or changes in the ratio of muscle-to-fat. What’s more, when researchers compared a low-carb diet with a low-fat diet (and higher in carbs), they discovered that neither was better at boosting metabolism.

You can analyze studies and research all day, but the bottom line is simple: You can eat carbs and still lose weight. The diet you choose will be largely dependent on many personal preferences and eating styles, and whether it’s low carb or higher in carbs, both strategies can be equally effective at creating change.

ADD CARBS TO YOUR DIET

Generally speaking, if you’re active you need anywhere between one to three grams of carbohydrate per pound of lean body mass. The carbohydrate requirement tends to range more widely than the other macronutrients because it’s largely dictated by how many calories you’re trying to eat per day, and your total amount of activity. In other words, determining the right amount of carbs is really the fourth step in your diet plan. First, figure out how many calories you need, then set goals for proteins and fats. Once you establish those guidelines, then your remaining calories for your weight goal should be filled in with carbs.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Carbohydrates, just like fat and protein allotments, should be comprised mostly of whole and minimally processed foods. For most people, carbohydrates are a form of dessert. And if you’re eating healthy, about 10 to 20 percent of your total calories can basically come from any foods you want. Your choices among carb-dominant foods (fruit, milk, starchy vegetables, non-starchy vegetables, grains, legumes) should be based on your personal preference and tolerance, while maintaining as much variety as reasonably possible. As a rule of thumb, eating two to three fruits and two to three vegetables per day will usually fill up the majority of your carbohydrate allotment, while providing beneficial nutrients that will help your overall health. Easy enough, right?

202 - Calm Foods.

2012-02-13T11:46:00.000+08:00

Asparagus

It's true that side effects may include off-color or funky-smelling urine. But it's small price to pay for all the folate they deliver. The B vitamin is essential in helping you keep you cool when stress rears its ugly head. Steam some spears and add to salads or stir-fries; they're also tasty when broiled or seasoned.

Oysters
You probably thought you'd read about oysters in the Sexy Food sections, huh? They earned a place here because they're a mother lode of Zine. Six oysters- what you'd typically be served in a restaurant as an appetizer, have more than half the recommended daily allowance for this important calming mineral. They're an acquired taste for sure, but fans love them with cocktail sauce, horseradish, or simply just a squeeze of lemon juice.

Avocado
Tell me who doesn't fall in love with this oh-so-awesome-fruits(yes, fruits)??? Besides being an excellent source of healthy mono-unsaturated fat, these creamy green fruits can stress-proof your body. They're rich in glutathione, a substance that block intestinal absorbtion of certain fats that cause oxidative damage(the process that creates free radicles, the harmful compounds responsible for aging). Avocados also contain more folate than any other fruit. Try to stick to a single serving (about one quarter of an avocado). Slice thinly and add it into your sandwich or salad to replace mayonnaise.

Berries
All berries, including blueberries, strawberries,raspberries and blackberries, are rich in Vit C, has been shown to be helpful in combating stress. German researchers tested this by asking 120 people to give a speech and then do hard math problems. Those who had been given vitamin C had lower blood pressure and lower levels of cortisol after the stress fest. Add a handful of berries to salad, yogurt, or oatmeal, or try nibbling on them frozen.

Oranges
Another vitamin C powerhouse, oranges have an added benefit ; that though skin keeps them protected while they're bouncing around in your backpack, so you can tote them anywhere. Try some other varieties like clementines, tangelos or mineolas.

Walnuts

Researche has proven that these shelled marvels provide more than one kind of cognitive edge. They contain alpha-linolenic acid, an essential omega-3 fatty acid, and another polyphenols that have been shown to help prevent memory loss. Studies conducted by the National Institutes of Health found that the omega-3 fatty acids in walnuts keep the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline in the check. To bring out their flavor, toast them for 10 minutes then chop them and add them to salads.

201 - Slim Foods.

2012-02-13T01:18:00.000+08:00

The following choices are nutrient dense and have been scientifically proven to fill you up, shrink appetite, or help you drop pounds.

Spicy chilies - They increase yourfat burning machine , thanks to an antioxidant called capsaicin. A study from the University of California at Los Angeles found that in the few hours following a meal containing capsaicin, calorie burn nearly doubled. The antioxidant also significantly increased fat oxidation, pushing the body to use more fat as fuel. Some studies have even found that meals flavoured with capsaicin can diminish appetite. Experiment with a few different fresh pre-made salsas and read the ingredients carefully to get a sense of which peppers speak to you.

Grapefruit - This citrus fruit won weight-lose fame after a study found that people who ate half a grapefruit with each meal lose 3.6 pounds, while those who drank a serving or grapefruit juice three times a day lose 3.3 pounds. Many people in the study lose more than 10 pounds without making any other changes to their diets! If downing that much tartness leaves you puckered, try grapefruit as a delicious low-calorie dessert..Add a tiny bit of honey, sprinkle on some cardamom, and leave it under the broiler for two to three minutes.

Pears - Apple may get all the nutritional glory, but a pear a day is a good idea too! pears have high levels of a kind of fiber called pectin, which is also found in apples, which is known to promote weight loss. Poached, they make a tasty warm dessert; raw, their creamy-gritty texture pairs nicely with cheese / Peanut butter for a snack.

Artichoke - When you get bored with leafy greens , artichokes are the way to go. They make an ideal appetizer. One has just 60 calories, and frontloading all the fiber will help you consume fewer calories during the rest of your meal. When you can get chokes fresh, steam it! they're really delicious! Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, pepper or a squeeze of lemon juice and eat the leaves one by one. Artichokes hearts is a staple dish in all slim-calm-sexy pantry... Just puree them in a blender with a little olive oil and fresh herbs~ nyum nyum~

Tomatoes - High volume of water and fiber ensure that tomatoes fill you up for fewer calories. They're also loaded with lycopene, and researches have found that the higher the level of this antioxidant in people's blood, the lower their level of heart disease and other chronic illness. Plus, tomatoes increase in nutritional power when cooked, so sautee or roast them, make sauce, or blend up tomato soup. On a low energy day, it's a true comfort food!

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2012-02-12T20:44:00.002+08:00

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200 - Bedtime Snacks That Help You Sleep Better.

2012-02-08T22:13:00.046+08:00

Bedtime snacks can helpyou sleep better? Conventional wisdom says you're not supposed to eat right before you go to sleep. That's supposed to be the worst time to eat the time it all goes to your waistline.

But lately I've been hearing that it can be good to snack before bed, especially if you have insomnia. Did you heard before that Cream of Wheat before bed helps child to fall asleep? And a Tylenol PM commercial claims that adults should have a bowl of cereal before bed to improve their sleep. I decided to look into this a bit more, and I found two good articles on the topic. One is a WebMD article that explains why bedtime snacks can indeed help you sleep. It has to do with your metabolic hormones. If you don't have enough leptin, the hormone that signals satiiety, your body could wake you up. However, the article says that you can't snack on just anything; you have to choose your snacks wisely. Light dairy and carbohydrate-rich snacks are the way to go. The second article I found from MedicineNet, also talks about the same benefits of snacking before bed, but this one gets into more detail about what to eat and what to avoid.

Here's a brief summary of the best and worst bedtime snacks, based on the two articles.

The Best Bedtime Snacks :

Carbohydrates, like a bowl of cold cereal, oatmeal with honey, a banana, a granola bar, some whole wheat crackers, pretzels or a piece of bread/ English muffins. If you crave for something sweet, go for a few low-fat cookies or a small muffin. These carbs produce trytophan, which helps you sleep better. Oats, honey and bananas were mentioned as being particularly good carbohydrate sources of tryptophan.
Dairy.Dairy is also a good source of tryptophan , especially when combined with some carbs.Try a small bowl of cereal with skim milk or small pieces of cheese with crackers. I like eating a spoonful of peanut butter with a slice of wholemeal bread.

Foods to avoid :

Protein rich food such as steak, protein bars, protein shakes, jerky...Foods high in protein are harder for your body to breakdown and digest, and they can interfere with your sleep. So try oats with honey next time as a bedtime snack.
Big meals. These xan cause heartburn, acid reflux, or choking or just make you feel uncomfy.
Foods that are high in fats. ( Roti Canai, murtabak, fried mee,rice,meehon, etc)
Spicy Snacks. ( Curry )
Caffeine. ( Red bull, Coke, Coffee, Tea and Chocolate)

Unfortunately, many people are having more trouble sleeping than usual these days( including me!) , with financial stresses, studies... and you know BGR BoysGirlsRelationship... If this is the case for you, don't force yourself to go to bed hungry just because you think you're not suppose to eat late. Have a small bedtime snack, and maybe you'll sleep better! It won't be that many additional calories and besides, you can always cut down at a different meal if you want, Just take good care of yourself.

199 - Chatime Galleria @ Bandar Puteri Puchong.

2012-02-04T21:14:00.001+08:00

Attention Puchong folks out there!

Chatime is now opened ! *CHEERS* (drink to that)

Very pleasant environment...

My Life can be so empty without you...

lol,joking, I'm just hungry.

Very lucky number.. 0111

Dim lighting everywhere...

We're just too lucky to be the first to fill in this void room..

For your information, each time I buy Chatime, I need to queue and wait for quite some time to be seated.

SUBLIME CHANDELIER .

A commodious, and seemingly nice place for some girls talk!

28, Ground Floor, Jalan Puteri 1/4 Bandar Puteri,

47100 Puchong, Selangor.

Opposite Maybank and Hainan Tea.

198 - Things You Might Not Know...

2012-02-03T19:12:00.001+08:00

...ABOUT ME.

Well, I have to confess, I am not a good blogger, not good enough to update frequently,not good enough to elucidate every blog post, not good enough to take good pictures, not good enough to make my post amusing and captivating, not good enough to keep you guys reading from the beginning, till the very end of every alphabetic words here. (ADMIT IT).

1) I pass motion every morning.

It's like my alarm clock, I mean, it works better than a alarm clock. I woke up every morning, the first thing I will do is sit on the toilet bowl , and waiting to be detoxified. AHHH~ Relief. I've learn a new word - CATHARTIC.

2) I say bad words.

Hah! You don't know me well don't you?

I said bad words, but not telling out loud, I rant inside my mind...I cursed you, but I repent.

F*CK!F*CK!F*CK EWWWW

ironically, I can also grin at you at the same time.

(Just a confession, I no longer do this , cause God's love showers me and transformed me entirely. He keeps love alive, I feel loved everywhere!)

Here's a saying : Need love?Give love.

3)Ninety percent of my precious time & money spend on food.

I got really no idea on how to decipher or illustrate or paraphrase how mighty and tempestuous food is, to me. Everything I do, could barely go on without food. Food is perpetually on my mind. Savory Snowflakes which will instantly melt once you touch it with your delicate lips ; Piping hot pretzel with chewy soft texture , coated with cinnamon sugar ; Peanut Butter Thick Toast with crispy brown edges of the toast... ... ... *my mind wanders*

You see, even when I surf the World Wide Web, I'll go towards food category. I'll search on nutritious food, recipe, pastry, delicacy, ...

Food pictures that is well captured... I'll for sure save it in my 9'inch Dell Laptop. Make all chow pictures as appealing as possible, set it as my home screen, wallpaper, print it, cut it out.. stamp in all over my room. Simply by visualizing it enrapture me.

When it comes to food, I'm extremely profligate. I don't penny-pinch on food , I'll go all out! Haha.. I always find happiness on food.

I spend money buying recipe books , and never utilize it. *broad smile*

I spend money buying food and end up throwing it away because I don't like it.

I spend money buying cute and appealing candies and never eat it (cause I know it wouldn't taste good).

My mind wanders when I'm having classes.

My mind wanders when I'm sweating at the gym.

My mind wanders when I'm on the couch.

My mind wanders when I'm about to sleep...

4) I'm obsessed with my weight .

Anaroxia and Bulimia . I was once a anaroxic & bulimic. Because the love-hate relationship I have with food, love it for being so enjoyable and pleasant to my palate, at the same time, hate it for contributing an addition pound on my weighing scale.

I weigh myself everyday...If I drop a pound, I'll be in a good mood for the entire day or vise versa.

My weight have been fluctuated most of the time.

The skinniest time I was - 38kg

Heaviest - 47kg

Hush. I know it's not big difference, but to me, it's like a disaster. I put on weight very easily, hence I'm so afraid of going back to that again, don't want to go back either.

Cut it short, I'm back to normal right now. I eat what I'm suppose to eat. I exercise, I eat more fruits and vegetables... To feel good about oneself, we have to eat in balance. Give in cravings once in a while, and get back on track as soon as you realize it.

Bear in mind that Life is too short to be miserable.

5)I WEAR onlyTWO PIECE IN MY ROOM.

I only wear bra and panties in my room (Mom for sure will interrogate me like a police officer if she sees this, I pray that she'll be lazy to read my oh-so-damn-long-post).I read books, magazines, online ...with just two piece...

6)I CARE MUCH ABOUT WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK OF ME.

Some people say I look pretty

Some people say I look good

Some people say I'm nonchalant

Some people say I'm arrogant...

I love taking in opinion from different people. I don't think I have haters, or maybe they're just to jealous bout who I am, what I have... ^^ No hard feelings kay? I just don't like to pretend to be another person in front of you, I'm me. If you think I'm a nice person, that means I AM ;If you think the other way, maybe , oh ,perhaps I'm having PMS or something is bothering me.... Hehehe. Anyway, do tell me my flaws, I'll change, let's make the world a better place, for you and for me... #MichealJsings

7)I AM AN ATHLETE

I run ~~drove~~ for miles and miles ~~and wind up at your door~~. I play table tennis since I was nine years old.

I won medals, not gold, but at least I have numerous silvers and bronze.

I am not that typical lady type of girl who speaks softly, walks slowly, or berates cheerfully...

To be frank, I don't come soft, but I do have my feminine side of course.

Sporting is best to describe me.

8)I HATE FISH.

Alive or dead. I HATE FISH till the core. It's so stinky, smelly,fishy, ewww.

I know it is packed with nutrient, as a nutritionist-to-be, I still, disapprove of fish.

I will display my skeptic look to those who say : ''Ahhh!! mommy, the fish is so cuteeeeeee''.

NOOOOOOOO~ FISH IS DISGUSTINGGG .

196 - Rev Up Your Metabolism.

2012-02-01T13:20:00.005+08:00

STOCK UP ON SALMON

- Why Salmon? Why not Sardine? Chicken?Turkey?

What makes salmon stand so special is because of the Omega-3 content.

An omega-3 powerhouse full of protein and healthy fats. Salmon is great for burning fat because the Omega-3s in it will help to make your metabolism work efficiently,slowing digestion and thus, preventing cravings.

POWER UP WITH PROTEIN
-Since protein has a high thermic effect, your body will burn more calories to digest it. Score! When it comes to protein, your body also consume more time and energy to burn it compared with carbohydrates. Hence, it keeps your metabolic rate soaring high. So, it's better to include a lean protein source in every meal.
Low-fat cheese, beans, chicken breast, fish, or peanut butter on every plate is a great way to rev your metabolism and keep you feel energized and fueled all day long!

IF YOU ARE NOT YET A GREEN TEA FANS, BECOME A GREEN TEA FANS.

Be like me. I opt for green tea where ever I go. Go for hot one! Research shows that three cups of green tea a day can increase your metabolism by 10 percent.

So stop with all the sugar and calorie-laden beverages, sodas, etc...

Besides, the EGCG present in green tea helps to metabolize fats, direct or indirectly, it helps to reduce fats in your body. So, go drown yourself with green teas!

USE OLIVE OIL
-Believe it or not, some oil is good for weight loss. Olive oil is a healthy fat, which actually ''turns on'' your metabolisms and helps you burn more body fat, according to Eric Broser, (proffesional body builder and Planet Muscle Magazine columnits.

AND OH , DRINK WATER WITH LEMON.
-A detoxification expert, certified nutritionist, and Hollywood stuntwoman, recommends you drink a tall glass of lukewarm water with a half or whole lemon squeezed in it and fiber. It's best if you do it every morning, the digestive enzymes in the lemon, plus the fiber, will get your metabolism and digestive system moving, so you are easily digesting anything you eat later that day.

197 - Sun SMART.

2012-02-01T11:47:00.002+08:00

Sunlight speeds the breakdown of some medicines, causing a 20percent dip in concentration in your system, according to a new Swedish study.

''That's enough to decrease their efficacy,'' says Jonatan Lindh, M.D., Ph.D.,a clinical pharmocologist at the Karolinska Instituent in Sweden.

The explanation: UVB Rays - which are strongest during hotter months- activates vitamin D, which increases a key enzymes in the metabolism of certain drugs, including contraceptives, antidepressants, and cholesterol-lowering statins. Lindh suggest telling your physician if your meds don't seem to be working as well or you're experiencing side effects.

In a nutshell, remember your sunblock when you're heading outdoor. UV rays are everywhere!

195 - Trim that fat on the belly!

2012-01-30T14:16:00.002+08:00

Bring that water with you.

Whether you are trying to lose weight, to be healthier or you're on a weight loss journey, it's always good to keep yourself hydrated, and to do that, make sure you carry a water bottle with you where ever you go\. Sip from every now and then, and you'll feel more invigorated and a lot less likely to crave for sugar-laden soda or juice.

2. Doing Weight Bearing Exercise.

If you think you need to spend the rest of your life doing sit-ups and crunches only, so you can burn belly fat and keep it off, that's not quite true. You need to do all sorts of exercises , in moderation like brisk walking, jogging... Remember, overall fitness and nutrition is the key for losing stomach fats ,and make sure it doesn't come back!

3. Don't be complacent

Once you've got the body you want ( no belly fat in sight), that doesn't mean it's time to rest on your laurels. Don't stop exercising. Don't stop eating right. Keep up with your plan, and you'll keep your new hot body! Bear in mind there's no such thing as ' YOU MUST CLEAR YOUR PLATE', cause YOUR STOMACH IS NOT A FOOD TRASH!

4. Don't starve yourself!

Starving to death doesn't help. at all.Cut calories, by all means, especially the empty calories, but to be healthy, and lose belly fat, you need to eat well. Opt for a healthy and hearty meal instead. Starving yourself can be dangerous, and unhealthy and it won't work in anyway!

5. Don't deprive yourself , either!

In addition to not starving yourself, don't feel you have to deprive yourself all the time either just because you want to lose stomach fat. This really helps by suppressing your cravings in the long run. Treats are good, but once in a while, eat sparingly, mindfully. This strategy remind yourself that life is good. Now, could there be a better way to lose stomach fat? ;)

6. Don't give up easily.

After a couple of weeks you might find that you're not lising weight or inches anymore. What gives? Don't give up sweetie! That's just a plateau, a sign your body is adjusting to all the positive things you're doing. Keep going! You're getting there! You are now much closer to losing all that stomach fat than ever!

7. Drink a glass of water before any meal.

If you're thirsty, you're going to eat more. Isn't that strange? But it's true. So before you sit down to eat, drink a glass of water, wait a few minutes, then dish out your sensible portion and begin to eat. Much better! You'll be surprise at how effective this way to lose stomach fat is! Give it a try!

8. Keep moving.

Get off the couch! Stop gluing yourself on the chair ! Get up and start moving! Bouncing on the trampoline, dancing your butt off, running...you name it! Volume up and spin around! Any exercise is a good exercise! It will keep your metabolic rate alive~

All of the above are just a few methods that I've selected to share to you guys, cause I think it works . Whether to be a healthier you or a stronger you, it just bring no harm to all of us.So, stop being frustrated about your body, and be grateful for what we have. Don't hate yourself, nobody is perfect. All these negative energy will not bring any change either .In short, make realistic goals and start a healthy journey today!

194 - Health Benefits of Drinking Water.

2012-01-28T15:04:00.003+08:00

Everything we do no matter how small and inconsequential an action it might be is related to water.

That's why health experts out there are trying to drill it into your head how important it is for you to keep that water bottle by your side.

In this article, I am going to take you through the 8 health benefits of drinking water.

It's not easy compiling this list given that water, or rather the lack of it, has got far reaching consequences on the body. However, I've picked the scariest ones possible so you think twice before going thirsty and thinking nothing about it again .

1) Prevents Arthritis, lower back pain , Rheumatoid & Joint Pain

Rickety bones and painful joints aren't just an indication of old age. It also signals to the lack of water in the body. In fact, did you know that those nasty lower back pains that prevent you from romping with your kids could also be caused by water deficiency?

2) Maintains The Young-Looking Skin

Have you seen a prune? Remember it very carefully cause that;s what your skin is going to look like if you keep denying water to your body. Dehydration leads to dry skin, loss of colour, radiance and elasticity. This is probably one of the health benefits of drinking water that will have you reaching for that bottle of water immediately.

3) Elimination of waste and toxins

Find yourself dreading a visit to your bathroom everyday?

Sitting on the pot becoming a chore for you?

Constipation is also caused due to dehydration. And that isn't the only side effect.

The body also needs water to flush out all the unwanted toxins in it.

Deny it the daily quota of this liquid and you are going to have a one huge landfill site right there inside your body.

4) Aids Fat Metabolism

The role of the kidney is to get rid of the waste in the body. The liver, on the other hand, metabolizes fat. When there isn’t adequate amount of water in the body, the kidney dumps some of its responsibility on the liver. Which means, the liver, on its part, doesn’t do a great job of metabolizing fat. And where do you think all that fat is going to end up?

5. PREVENTS BRAIN DAMAGE

One of the most important health benefits of drinking water is its role in maintaining the health of the brain. The brain is a very delicate organ. Nearly 85% of it consists of water and dehydration is a very, very serious problem. That’s right – deny yourself the benefits of life giving water and you could end up with neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer, or Multiple Sclerosis.

6. MAINTAINS MUSCLE TONE

This clear liquid that most people take for granted also helps greatly in maintaining muscle tone. If you are into body building, you’ll need to pack in a lot of water, since it is beneficial in helping muscles contract. In addition, adequate water in the body reduces muscle pain and soreness that are typical after a workout.

7. REDUCES CHANCES OF A STROKE

In the event that you do not provide proper hydration to your body it can cause the blood to thicken. This, in turn, increases the chances of having a stroke and damaging the heart.

8. REGULATES BODY TEMPERATURE

You may hate feeling wet and sweaty but that’s the body’s way of maintaining temperature. A well hydrated body will be able to get rid of the excess heat and keep the body temperature at optimal level.

There you go – the top health benefits of drinking water. Doesn’t that make you want to go back in time and drink those 8 glasses of water every day, just like your mom told you to? Well, it’s not too late to start now, you know and it’s one of the most inexpensive ways to better your health almost instantaneously. You are going to treat water with more respect, aren’t you?

193 - Milwaukee @ Usj 19 Subang.

2012-01-27T20:44:00.002+08:00

Situated inside Digital Mall, the legendary Steak House MILWAUKEE .

Lots of auto bike pics is used to beautify the interior of the restaurant.

They served wide range menu such as Pastas, Salad, Steak, etc...

Garlic Bread.

The pungency of the garlic is so irresistible ! xD

Banana Milk Juice!

Yummy yummy~

Ceasar Salad.

Served with chicken & bacon bites.

Chicken Maryland.

The chicken is so HUGEEE!! with side dishes - Banana fritter, sausage,mashed potato and coslaw.

No compliment. It taste typically nice.

Look at my little brother~ so adorable~ ^^

Dad actually came all the way for this.

Oxtail soup.

Flavorsome oxtail broth~

The broth was superb.

anise star, cinnamon, and all the mixed herbs blended so well together...

Chicken chop with Cheese .

Look at the oooeey gooey cheese melting out~!!! <3

There's ham inside too! ;D

Om nom nom time!

Everyone is satisfied with the food served, and the ambiance is really cozy and comfy too!

I definitely will come back for more!

192 - Cake In Egg.

2012-01-17T14:05:00.001+08:00

*TROLL FACE*

I just love baking. Love to see the aftermath. Love to know everyone loves my baking. Love the process. Love the mess after baking. Love to receive comments.Love to eat too!

So, let's not waste time .. I'll show you how to prepare this. ^^

To prepare the eggs :

Use anything sharp to poke a hole on top of the egg.

You can also use a fork, but make sure you slant it to 45degree to punch a hole.

Then carefully peel the edge of the hole to expand a bit. Make sure it's not too small nor too big.

It needs to fit in a piping bag later. ;P

Pour the content out, and then wash it with salt water.

Dry the egg upside down with a clean paper towel at the bottom.

After everything is done, make sure you get a tray, make the eggs sit still. You can use muffin tray too, expand your creativity! ^^

To prepare the fillings :

Honestly, any cake recipe will do. Anyway,I go for the cupcake recipe.
(Sponge cake/muffins/cupcake).

10 large eggs (only two will get used in the cake. The rest are just used for the shells)
1 1/4 cup flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/8 tsp baking soda
pinch of salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter (room temperature)
1/2 a lemon juice
1/4 cup full cream milk

Mix the flour , baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium-sized bowl and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mix 2eggs and sugar until light and creamy.
Add the butter and lemon extract and mix until fully integrated.
Mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Add the milk and mix until smooth.
Bake it at preheated oven ,170 Degree Celsius for 20 minutes.

Load all the batter into a pipping bag. Cut the tip of the bag, make sure it fits in the diameter of the hole on the eggs. Fill your eggs 3/4 full with the batter. This is the trick part, if you under-filled the eggs, you won't have a complete cake when you crack them after baking.

If you overfilled, the cake will overflow out of the egg during baking.

Gently squeeze appropriate amount of batter ....

Actually I'd rather let the cake overflow, cause I can simply pick it off and eat it ! >.<

Wonderfully made...

I then decided to draw something on the eggs to vivify it.

Y U NO Face, TROLL Face...

Y U NO DRAW ME NICER?!?!?!

PROBLEM?

AHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA!

Like I care?

I am so wonderfully made!

Oh- Shaa-daapp...

Oh-my- I'm gonna die... ;'(

Happy eggy family.

The egg family potrait.

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191 - Mood Food.

2012-01-16T18:56:00.001+08:00

Ever wonder why we feel down at times?

Sometimes we plopped on the bed, wake up, feeling energetic ;Sometimes we don't.

Mood does fluctuate. Everyone does. Anyway, there's always a way to make you feel better....

No doubt, foods has their supernatural power to stimulate certain neuron in our body , making us feel less stress, more perkier and happy. All these has something to do with our brain chemistry.

So , there are a few ways to make your sluggish and miserable Monday better :

1)Avocado

Packed with folic acid, a natural chemical which is great at metabolizing proteins and therefore increasing energy levels. If you are in need of a 'mood food' to help you keep working through the day, then having some avocado for lunch could help you to keep smiling throughout the day! ;)

2) Chilies

If you like to add some spice into your daily meal, chilies can help.By increasing your endorphin levels, chilies are one of the food that will really get you in the right mood.! Of course, it also speeds up your metabolism, making you feel less sluggish, and more alert.

3) Garlic

C'mon! who doesn't love garlic bread? Despite of it's distinct aroma, it is a hard-to-resist food among all epicurean. Without garlic in our cooking , it's like a living body without a soul . Despite garlic contributes to bad breath, it helps to increase the blood flow around your body, lower down cholesterol level . Direct or indirectly, it helps protecting your heart. Just a gentle reminder, do make sure you bring your handy gum along whenever you go!

4) Goji Berries

This berries have been proven to raise testosterone levels in men and are full of anti-oxidants which will increase your general mood and wellbeing.

5) Honey

Obviously, a natural sugar aka fructose. Honey is better than sugar because it does contains mineral and vitamins that couldn't be found in sugar. It provides the necessary energy level to keep your mood up. Adding honey to any beverage or oatmeal breakfast can really help kick-start your day!

It's also good for sore throat , just remember to squeeze half of a lemon in it!

6)Pumpkin Seeds

This little seeds can help to boost your hormone levels which will help regulate your moods. A quick nibble on the seeds from your desk drawer occasionally will make sure that your mood doesn't waver throughout the day!

7) Almond

It may surprise you but almonds are full of amino acids that help you blood flow. Much like garlic, this will leave you more energy to boost your mood. Almonds go very well with cereals, so pair with some honey and you are set to go!

8) Chocolate

Well, ladies, as well as gentlemen, save the very best for last. If you ever need an excuse to eat chocolate, then its help in aiding your good mood can be the excuse. Chocolate contains various natural chemicals and amino acid that make it the ultimate of mood foods for women - whether you want to add it to your breakfast, as a snack halfway through the day or as a treat just before bed, chocolate is sure to make you feel happier!

So, in short, a healthy person practice a healthy diet. All food should be enjoyed , but consumed in moderation , bear in mind, too much of something is not a good thing!

190 - Lou Sang Gathering @ Uncle Prawn ( Sunway Giza)

2012-01-14T17:00:00.001+08:00

Hola! It's an auspicious date with the bloggers!

It's my very first time celebrating Chinese New Year with 40 bloggers....

*EYES OPEN WIDE*

Let's enjoy the pictures that I've taken.

Choulyin & Eunice.

Joan and Kellye - Ladies in red.

Everyone looks charming over here. Don't you agree?

Met Mr.~~KFC~~ KKF for the first time. ahehehe...

Eunice, Bendan, and Yeeing. They are.seriously.pretty. *heart melts*

Cheeching, Stephanie,Iris and... um...Mr.In-Red. haha. *sorry Mr.beard, I dono what's yr name...*

Choulyew & Eggy!

Mai Crappy! She's literally a nice lady, easily approachable... ^^ Nice to meet ya!!

Elwyn ,Carmen, & Junfook.

Ah, there you go... one big family.... in the blog-sphere world.

Lou Sang.

Colorful, alluring, appetizing,and flavorsome!

Sang Har Yee Meen with Big head prawns.

Loh Shee Fun with runny yolks...

I had a great time with y'all! and I hope there'll be more to come! *winks* ;)

189 - Cake In Egg.

2012-01-11T17:30:00.000+08:00

OMG? How did the chicken transformed into a cake?!

Stay close to me...

I will update how the chicken ran away and ,cake is hatched .

188 - Clan Dim Sum Restaurant @ Bandar Puteri.

2012-01-08T21:33:00.001+08:00

Famous for their 'Gei Wo Bao'鸡窝包.

Love their unique and edible appearance.

Steamed bun filled with chicken cube,mixed vege ...

Yummy...

The gravy was thick literally, but I don't mind ... ;P

You can see that they have glutinous rice in it too! and I guess that's what makes me feel so stuffing.

Malted sugar glazed Chicken Wings.

Not bad I would say, cause their chicken wasn't very dry... ;) just nice.

Mini 'Fatt Pun' . 佛盘

I don't think I enjoy this. Perhaps because this was serve cold...

The fried yam wasn't crispy, and I suspect they added too much of flour, quite bland I would say..

Fried Shrimp wrapped with beancurd skin.

They're not fresh from the hot pot... ;(

It really dismay me.

Typical aubergine stuffed with fish paste.

It taste like, fish balls! nothing to shout about. ;P

Fried glutinous rice.

Not impressive.

Fried carrot cake.

Not worth the calories.

;(

My all-time-favorite 'har gao' .

The prawns weren't fresh la. ;(

Siu mai - minced pork .

Ugh, enough of ranting. me no likey.

Lastly, the bill ended up with rm69.

Wow. Impressively extortionate. ;]

Ain't gonna come back for more....

187 - Korea Day 4

2012-01-07T21:56:00.003+08:00

Lion and Tiger - Husband & Wife.

Ever seen such peculiar match-making? Well, Lion & Tiger do fall in love. . .

and they produce an offspring named LiGer.

Liger.

Things to ponder : 1) How do we call Lion in chinese/ Cantonese?
2) How do we call Tiger in chinese/Cantonese?
3) So, how do we call LiGer in chinese/cantonese?

SIFU.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA. JOKES. *evil laugh*

It's the second last day we're at Korea and we went to Everland Theme Park which is located in Yongin , a suburb of Seoul.

Affectionate daddy and mommy . Love them loads.

Churros with cinnamon sugar coating.

Here's the horrendous Roller Coaster.

This is one of the largest roller coaster in the world.

It's the steepest wooden roller coaster in theWorld, 2nd tallest wooden roller coaster in the World, 5th longest wooden roller coaster in the World, and it has the 5th longest drop on a wooden roller coaster in the World!

All made by woods.

I can't imagine how eerie and spine-chilling if I'm riding it.

I did not have the chance to try it because of the strong gust that day.

The not-wood-made Roller Coaster.

Panoramic view captured from 20 feet high.

and..we had BBQ for dinner!

Bottomless pork.

I suspect they use meat tenderizer cause the meat was YUMMY~~

Open Rice.

2012-01-05T17:04:00.000+08:00

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186 - Korea Day 3.

2012-01-03T22:06:00.002+08:00

It's day three in Korea!

We stayed at a luxurious four star hotel named... I don't know ! Yuhhuuuu~

Breakfast was the best among all hotel that we've stayed.

Fresh and so fresh!

Scramble egg

Bacon

Fresh from the hot-oil wedges...nyummmmm!!!

Toast bread with egg.

Variety of Herbs cookie!

Appetizer...

My all-time-favourite. CEREAL!

Oh..i love pastry....<3

Corn flakes, almonds, walnuts, cocoa puff balls!!!

Never get enough of this. I love cereals. I heart cereals. I'm 110% addicted to cereals.

NYUUMMMM!!!!! I had 5 or 6 servings of cereal... like I'm going for a winter hibernation.

The guys~

After breakfast, we went to rent our ski attire!!!!

I was sensationally excited!

Assortment of skiing shoes and skiing set.

Candid shot! Korean hunk babe!!!

He's sho cuteee!!! He was looking at me, murmured some words which I couldn't fathom ...

Then he burst into laughter with his friend beside him...

HAHAHAHAH! I was..uhm.. shy....>.<

okay. enough . I'm smiling surreptitiously when I'm writing this post..

It feels like there's something wrong with me...Wuhahahahha!

Hi Mr.hunky.. >.<

Bye hunky... ;'(

Im off to my wonderland!

Crowded.

#Acting cool like a boss... I can~~not~~ ski , don't play a fool.

I can really ski! but out of control la ... I might knock you off with my 90km/hr speed.

So, STAY AWAY FROM ME!!!!!!!

I keep yelling and shouting '' get outta my way, get out get out, wuuuuaaaaaaaaaa''...

I don't know how to break . So sorry...

Bruises everywhere...

;(

So I went back to indoor and have a rest.

My en-tau brother and my glamorous bewitching mother! ;P

After three hours of vivacious activities, our tummy started to growl...

Alarming us it's lunch time!

Steamboat .~~again.~~ Yay!

Gao-zi. Best of the best!

My face red like tomato. No jokes. ;P

My infatuated daddy and mommy!

Ginseng Chicken Soup as dinner!!!

Cautious ! It's boiling hot !

Back to hotel and, we encounter our very first snowing experience!

Yuhuuuu!!

You can see me beaming, gracefully..xPPP

185 - Korea Day 2

2012-01-02T16:43:00.000+08:00

Scenic view captured from 10th floor of the hotel.

Walking out to the hotel balcony..

I manage to take some pictures before running back indoor.

The wind was so strong , gusty and benumbed... I was like walking on icebox with my naked body though I wore so many layers of clothes...

Everyone' wrapped themselves like a burglar.

Cool isn't it?

The reason why we wrapped till like this was because, really, seriously, the temperature out there was like Siberian. Every single piece of our skin that was expose to the frosty cold weather hurtssssss!!!!

I couldn't stand it.

Look at my red nose. *oh-so-cute* -.-

I hastily ask my bro to take a candid shot for me then I ran back indoor ...

Snowy scene...

Next, we visited the Teddy Bear Museum where it showcases a wide range of teddy bears!

YUUUUUUMMMMYYYYYYY STRAWBERRIESSS!!!

People who doesn't love Strawberries out there, you gotta try this, Im 110% sure you will like it!

It's so big, juicy and sweet!!!!!!!!!!^^

Though it's quite expensive...

Lunch time!

Can you see there's a huge octopus on top of our steamboat?!!?

Soup base soooooo sweet... lots of cabbage ,and the octopus was...like rubber? can't even bite...

After dinner, we proceed to Daepohang, a bustling port with the freshest raw rish restaurant and thriving live fish market .

Fresh Prawn Tempura.

Big-like-my-face squid

184 - Korea Day 1

2012-01-01T16:41:00.000+08:00

First time stepping in Korea !

Hey, the air is fresher over here! lol

and we're shaking because of the extremely cold weather...

First of all activities, we fed seagulls.

Nah, the crackers were just too yummy...i'd rather feed myself...

Shared ONE crackers with them...

Sat 4 hours inside the bus again to have dinner...

As you can see the solitariness of the restaurant...

Dinner time!

Korean Style steamboat.

Oh-so-yummy side dishes...

What makes Korean Steamboat so unique is their soup base is remarkably SWEET. Not naturally, but artificially...I bet their add sugar in it! but it's nice . Not bad I would say...

There's raw meat, Squid, Shiiteck Mushroom and ample of cabbages!

Small serving rice... ;)

*burp burp burp burp*..sound of boiling....

and their mini market...

183 -XiMenDing - Taiwan

2012-01-01T11:32:00.000+08:00

XiMenDing Fashion District sells a variety of fashion from top of the head till your sole.

Price range from Rm15~Rm 300++ .

It depends, of course.

So I have to shop smart without getting a hole in my pocket.

My lovely family portrait.

Braised pork intestine, pork leg, chicken.....

If you know how to read it, can you tell me what is ''Wan Guo Lu Wei'' in cantonese?

Man guok lou mei? Lei lou mei? hahahahah!!

Trying out new shoe..

And I bought it!^^

Pancake

Sesame Pancakes

Peanut and custard pancakes...

HAH! LOOK AT MY PANCAKE~~

The red bean tasted super sweeetttt!!!!! Which doesn't really suits me. . .and the pancake, tasteless and chewy... hmmm...I don't quite like it. ;P

bro and mom...

There's someone doing performance with a parrot on his head....

There are lots and lots of unhealthy stuffs around....

THIS IS SUPERB!!! I TRIED THIS! yummmm~~

all you need to do is just order from them, and they will re-deep fried for you...so you'll get a piping hot, crispy, spicy fried chicken!! Nom nom nom~~

182 - Taiwan Day 4.

2011-12-29T22:49:00.000+08:00

The still-so-in-love husband and wife; Father and son.

It was a rainy day. It started drizzle while we're on our way to Yehliu Geopark - A Scenic area which a long cape is formed Datun Mountain at the seashore. There are numerous of magnificent rocks shape like Mushroom, Candlewick, Ginger, Chessboard ,etc. These rocks aka limestone really caught me paused for a moment to ponder how beautiful nature can be, man, u gotta experience this yourself.

Forgive me. *Cross finger*, I didn't manage to take many photos of those wonderful,solitary, uncommon limestone because it's raining, everyone has to wear their raincoat or buy an umbrella there , walk 12563 steps , climb up 73234324 steps more to view the after-effect of the wigwag of sea after thousands of years.

The only pics I took, underneath my raincoat. Hence, it explain the blur-ness. ;P

Anyway, I've google it for you guys already. If the weather is good, you'll see rocks like this.

Yes, their were all naturally formed.

After visiting, we sat few hours inside the bus to have lunch! Eeeekk... my butt flat already lah!

Every places we go also need few hours ... *scrunch nose*

Told cha restaurant food sucks! >.<

Nice to see, Nice to capture, once put inside your mouth, you will spit it out.

So sorry to all Taiwanese, not to offend you, but the food doesn't really suits me. ;]

Next, we proceed to Jiufen- Jiu fen means 'nine protion' in chinese. It was given this name because long time ago, there were only nine families stays here. Before the roads were built, all materials were transported via ships, thus a habit was formed that nine pieces of same object were purchased at one time. Hen, it explain how Jiu Fen comes from.

Jiufen beef noodle.

We can see the old fashioned way of life that is still existing.

Food and lots of foods were selling hot here... cause it's kinda cheap.

As I walked down the long long narrow street, my eyes were so busy looking here and there,

never been such places before...

I dare not blink my eyes cause it's like if you blink, you'll lose a second capturing this crowded yet enjoyable moment. Every moment counts!

I LOVE THIS!!!!! ICE CREAM MOCHI...

nyum nyum...

HAH! GUESS WHAT'S THAT?

C'mon!

nah, don't waste time, you know what's that HUGE Brown color thing?

Its made of tons of sugar and peanuts! I name it Sugar-Peanut-Cube!

Genius, I bet nobody can give such precise name ! ^^

Mint and ice cream were added to enhance the Peanut popiah.

First time in my life, popiah as a dessert.

Can you see the ice cream?

Can see but cannot eat. ;P

wahahhaha~

everything blend in so well. =]

Next, I keep nagging dad I wanna eat dessert! I want I want I want!

We only have 20minutes left, so we hasten our footsteps, rush to the dessert shop, waited for a moment to be seated. The shop was crowded.

So I went to order first.

Redbean + Chewy taro ball + Sago

It taste... umm... like ... red bean, sago, and ice. Nothing special.

Cause they used unflavored shaved ice.heh...

Another one, I opt for red bean milk ice.

Typical lo, condensed milk with red bean and taro..=)

Malaysia's Snowflake win them '9 streets'. haha...#justsharing.

Beef noodle. It taste so original.

Not bad though.

To be continue....

181 - Taiwan Day 3

2011-12-29T15:27:00.000+08:00

The best day of my entire trip.

The view over here was significantly magnificent.

We stayed at The Cotswold Villa.

A remarkable delightful home stay resort where you can see spectacular scene from top of the hill.

This was the pathway where I walked to have my breakfast.

A vastly healthy and hearty homemade fresh and delectable Sweet Potato-Whole grained bread .

All that I need is peanut butter. ;P

I love how they serve their food and presentation. Simple and neat.

Yummy and delicious.

Our dining room , where we enjoyed our healthy breakfast and at the same time,

wandering somewhere else when look out the windowpane .

It's really overwhelming ... I feel so grateful to God... the creator of Mother Nature...

Superlatively healthy Red yeast porridge .

Porridge is Taiwanese staple food if I'm not mistaken.

They serve porridge everyday. No wonder the people there aren't fat.

Memorable moment. My beloved mom and dad. <3

My CrayonShinChan-look-alike brother.

Ahah! Lard! LARD LARD LARD! Lard tasted so so good, I know, and I won't eat it. ;P

Briny bamboo shoot. ewwwww~

Typical Ma po toufu.

Finally I found something eatable. Omelette.

Omelette taste good, as long it is part of the chicken's generation.

Next we went to visit the Local Product Shop where we can buy some gifts for our relatives.

It's a kind of pastry shop and they have lots of sample for us!

Spent RM400++ over here.

Dad's pocket got a BIG hole now~

Next, we went to SHILIN Night Market, they well-known and must-go places in Taiwan.

Introduced by my tour guide, but this is really not my cup of tea.

Maybe, I didn't order any flavour. After looking my photos again, I realize there were actually flavours for you to choose such as Curry, Black sesame, Crushed Peanuts, Red bean paste, Mashed potato, Yam......

Regretted.

cause the one I bought was tasteless. Like normal dough wrap with biscuits ,only.

Dry and so dry.

I threw it . ;P

Anyone loves Chou Tou Foo? Stinky toufu yet so many people loves it. YUCKIE!

Fried Rice.

Fried Oyster.

A big NO! for the oyster. Gross. Can you see how watery and they add ample of starch in it.

Why people say Shilin's food is the best?

Black pepper Taiwan Sausage.

Now the Taiwan sausage is mouth-watering.

It seem delicious but it doesn't.

Bought Rm15 for a tiny serving and it was already cold and not crispy, not delicious, greasy....

SIGH!

Next, we proceed to Shilin's outdoor market, I found this.

Fried milk curd.

I had no idea how the coagulate the milk into cubes.

No nice. >.< *scrunch nose*

Wasting my money lah everything... so sad man.

Maybe I am too hard to please as a epicurean.

This guy.... is....promoting...his...pork.

He called himself Pork King!

Look at his T-shirt.

I said I'll do free promotion for you, he nodded and said thank you. HAHAHAHA! That's why he's here...

Good!

Their Pearl Milk Tea taste good. Especially their red tea. Must try!

They called it Assam tea, which is call '' ah sa mu nai cha'..

Their pearly is way more tiny compared to Malaysia's pearl.

Anyway, it tasted equally nice, bouncy and chewy. ^^

Let's name it baby pearl.

Fried bread wrapped hot dog.

Malodorous cor n.

Enough of excoriating .

The ear of corn suck to the max. I don't know how can the texture be so soft, and tasteless, cold, disgusting,bland....

hard...

and it cost RM15 for an ear of corn. Duit buang dalam TONG SAMPAH again.

Next, Chou Tou Foo again.

No nice.

Conclusion, Malaysia is the best.

Malaysia has the most delicious corn,

most delicious Stinky Tou foo

most delicious XXL Fried Chicken...

180.

2011-12-29T11:27:00.000+08:00

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