My favorite cookies to make is Snickerdoodles because I just LOVE smell of them baking. There's just something warm and delicious about it.

The sense of smell is powerful - and when my kids smell Cinnamon, they are going to feel warm and fuzzy all over because of fun we've had in kitchen.

But, you might be surprised to know that history of Cinnamon goes waaaay back - it was one of first trade spices.

In fact, cinnamon is mentioned in Bible - it was used in combination of ingredients used to make a holy anointing oil for tabernacle: Moreover Lord spake unto Moses saying,

Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels,

High protein diets are effective ways of building lean body mass. It’s been a reliable technique for athletes. For people seeking to lose weight, these diets will increase your resting metabolic rate as muscular-skeletal tissue increases. In other words, you’ll gain muscle tissue while your body burns fat.

It’s a great concept, but how do we do it without damaging our kidneys and liver? The key is in choosing best sources of protein possible. Red meat is high in protein, but is difficult for our bodies to break down, requiring extra effort from our liver and kidneys, in addition to being a source of unhealthy cholesterol.

For dieters, best sources of protein are soy and whey. They are heart healthy foods that are very versatile. Soy protein is absorbed slowly, making you feel full until your next meal. Whey protein is absorbed faster, which sends signals to your brain, notifying it that your body’s hunger has been satisfied. The combination of these two protein sources will control your cravings while reducing your overall food intake.

A protein powder that is made with a blend of soy and whey protein is a useful ingredient for dieter. One can sneak extra protein into favorite dishes by adding it to pasta dishes, using it to thicken sauces, sprinkling it on vegetables, and baking with it. Find shake mixes, sports drink mixes, and meat substitutes that have been made with a blend of soy and whey protein.