Using cells in a lab dish, they found that diindolylmethane, a compound resulting from digestion of cruciferous vegetables, and genistein, an isoflavone in soy, reduce the production of two proteins needed for breast and ovarian cancers to spread. From Times Staff and Wire Reports April 21, 2007 Eating foods like broccoli and soy has been linked to lower cancer rates, and UCLA researchers said they may have discovered the biological mechanism behind the protective effect. for Cancer...

Because this was a true farmers market, vendors sell only what they produce, he said. The two produce vendors who were set up filled some requests, and promised to get customers other items when they come into season. In addition to the green onions and flowers they sold, the Pahuckis - who have attended the market every year since it opened - had herbs such as lavender, basil, parsley, sage and thyme. Garlic, tomatoes, corn, beets, carrots and lettuce are still growing and will be...

Saute the garlic, onions and potatoes for about 5 to 7 minutes or until the vegetables have softened. Top it with a snowy white dollop of sour cream and a fresh basil leaf or two to make it picture perfect. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are very tender. Serve hot garnished with a tablespoon sour cream and a sprinkling of chopped fresh chives. In a food processor fitted with the metal blade or a good blender, puree the soup (in batches...

E-mail article Print article Subscribe Farmers market to return Posted by the Ocean County Observer on 05/7/07 STAFF REPORT TOMS RIVER Summer is almost upon us, and the Garden State's harvest is sprouting up, signaling the return of downtown Toms River's weekly farmers market. E-mail article Print article Subscribe Farmers market to return Posted by the Ocean County Observer on 05/7/07 STAFF REPORT TOMS RIVER Summer is almost upon us, and the Garden State's harvest is sprouting up,...

Home:News:News:Daily Business Daily Business Company converts cars to run on cooking oil Ramit Plushnick-Masti, Associated Press 05/07/2007 Email to a friendPost a CommentPrinter-friendly BRADDOCK -- The distinct, deep-fried smell of tempura followed Colin Huwyler and Dave Rosenstraus on their 270-mile trips from Allentown to this struggling town east of Pittsburgh. Home:News:News:Daily Business Daily Business Company converts cars to run on cooking oil Ramit Plushnick-Masti, Associated...