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[tloonya]

Have you read today's msn page

What Do People Eat in Countries with the Longest Life Expectancies?

Please, do and let me know how to save it!

It is ridiculous. Seriously.

Whatever you eat will make you live longer.

That is my conclusion. You?

[NancysSummerSip]

I'm thinking you are starting more threads than a Singer sewing machine factory, missy.

You must have missed us more than we missed you.

I think this is what you want, right?



www.thedailymeal.com/travel/what-do-people-eat-countries-longest-life-expectancies-slideshow

[midwestlily]

I love that the first picture in the slideshow is pancakes with syrup and three sausage links.  Not sure if that's supposed to go with Canada, or just tempt us to click so we can see more pictures of food.

[NancysSummerSip]

It does go with Canada. They have the best maple syrup up there, the grade C kind. We don't have that in the U.S., unless you can find what's called cooking maple syrup. The Canadian syrup is less sugary and more maple-flavored.

[justme]

Feb 26, 2015 15:28:38 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

It does go with Canada. They have the best maple syrup up there, the grade C kind. We don't have that in the U.S., unless you can find what's called cooking maple syrup. The Canadian syrup is less sugary and more maple-flavored.

Gah! I knew there was a reason why I liked theirs better even though you can get Canadian stuff here. I wonder if Costco carries the good stuff cuz I saw Canadian stuff there.

[NancysSummerSip]

Feb 26, 2015 15:29:59 GMT -5 justme said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:28:38 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

It does go with Canada. They have the best maple syrup up there, the grade C kind. We don't have that in the U.S., unless you can find what's called cooking maple syrup. The Canadian syrup is less sugary and more maple-flavored.

Gah! I knew there was a reason why I liked theirs better even though you can get Canadian stuff here. I wonder if Costco carries the good stuff cuz I saw Canadian stuff there.

I'm a Costco member, and I've never seen it. But if you live north (as in close to the border with Canada) you might be able to find it there. Ours does not have it. I can get it at a specialty store or two, at something like $20 for six to eight ounces. Pricey, but totally worth it.

[ken a.k.a OMK]

Maple syrup can be pretty pricey, so you'd better be sure you know what you're in for when you splurge on a bottle. Between all the grades and shades of maple syrup out on the market (not to mention the imposters!), it can all get a little confusing. But we're here to guide you to the best bottle for your taste.

First things first: Always make sure your maple syrup is "maple" syrup. The good, pure stuff comes from maple trees, whose starch is converted to sugar between winter and spring, resulting in sweet, runny sap. That sap is boiled down to make syrup -- and it's boiled down far more than you may imagine. For example: At Baker's Maple in Bainbridge, NY, every 39 gallons of sap make just 1 gallon of maple syrup. Now do you understand why a jug of syrup is so expensive?

Pure maple syrup is not to be confused with "breakfast syrups" or "pancake syrups" like Aunt Jemima, or basically anything you get at diners and fast food restaurants. Those aren't made from maple sap at all, but from high fructose corn syrup flavored with an aromatic compound called sotolon, which contains the scent of fenugreek, curry and burnt, caramelized sugar. American labeling laws prevent these imitations from carrying the word "maple" on their labels, but people are still fooled nonetheless.

Canada, which produces more than 80 percent of the world's maple syrup, uses its own classification system. There are three grades: Canada #1, including Extra Light (sometimes known as AA), Light (A), and Medium (B); #2 Amber (C); and #3 Dark (D).

The United States has a different system, divided into two major grades: Grade A and Grade B. Grade A is considered the premiere type that's meant for eating, while Grade B is so dark that it's generally only used for cooking or baking. Grade A is broken into three subgrades, which are measured by their translucence: Light Amber, Medium Amber and Dark Amber.

The state of Vermont, which produces 5 percent of the world's maple syrup, actually has its own separate grading system that utilizes slightly higher standards of product density. Vermont inspectors enforce strict syrup grading regulations, and can fine producers for falsely advertising their product as maple syrup.

[Icelandic Woman]

I haven't clicked on the article but I am willing to bet Iceland is on there and it mentions lots of fish and grass fed lamb and vegetables.

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 15:32:29 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:29:59 GMT -5 justme said:

Gah! I knew there was a reason why I liked theirs better even though you can get Canadian stuff here. I wonder if Costco carries the good stuff cuz I saw Canadian stuff there.

I'm a Costco member, and I've never seen it. But if you live north (as in close to the border with Canada) you might be able to find it there. Ours does not have it. I can get it at a specialty store or two, at something like $20 for six to eight ounces. Pricey, but totally worth it.

You are a Costco member? NOW it is all come clear to me. All of your crazy posts and all...I am sorry, I'll be more sensitive to you right from this moment.

-secret-sorry

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 15:42:14 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

I haven't clicked on the article but I am willing to bet Iceland is on there and it mentions lots of fish and grass fed lamb and vegetables.

You got it!

And there are countries who eat tremendous amount of potatoes and beets. Guess who (Canada).

And bit of red meat or red meat all the time is making you loooong living people!

And soon I am sure smoking will make itself back as some great way to reduced stress before you catch cancer stage,

and drinking...............should I even start NOW?  Well, I did...so, I am going to live forever, tell your kids about me...

[Icelandic Woman]

Feb 26, 2015 15:51:40 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:42:14 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

I haven't clicked on the article but I am willing to bet Iceland is on there and it mentions lots of fish and grass fed lamb and vegetables.

You got it!

And there are countries who eat tremendous amount of potatoes and beets. Guess who (Canada).

And bit of red meat or red meat all the time is making you loooong living people!

And soon I am sure smoking will make itself back as some great way to reduced stress before you catch cancer stage,

and drinking...............should I even start NOW?  Well, I did...so, I am going to live forever, tell your kids about me...

LMAO!!!
You do have a way with words msloony.

However even though my countryfolk will live long lives I live here in the good ole US, hate fish and veggies (and the lamb here is terrible when you know what good lamb is so don't eat that either), smoke and drink and love red meat, so I will probably not.

[NancysSummerSip]

Feb 26, 2015 15:43:36 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:32:29 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

I'm a Costco member, and I've never seen it. But if you live north (as in close to the border with Canada) you might be able to find it there. Ours does not have it. I can get it at a specialty store or two, at something like $20 for six to eight ounces. Pricey, but totally worth it.

You are a Costco member? NOW it is all come clear to me. All of your crazy posts and all...I am sorry, I'll be more sensitive to you right from this moment.

-secret-sorry

Not a secret, and it's still cheaper than your place.

[wyouser]

I have said this before, but....Life is fatal......so eat drink and be merry!

[wyouser]

Oh, I almost forgot....If your name is not "Mary" then  Don't Worry, Be Happy"

[Peace Of Mind]

Feb 26, 2015 15:11:26 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Have you read today's msn page

What Do People Eat in Countries with the Longest Life Expectancies?

Please, do and let me know how to save it!

It is ridiculous. Seriously.

Whatever you eat will make you live longer.

That is my conclusion. You?

My conclusion is you are what you drink.  And after seeing the foods in that article I'm ok with losing a year or two. 

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 15:57:01 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:51:40 GMT -5 tloonya said:

You got it!

And there are countries who eat tremendous amount of potatoes and beets. Guess who (Canada).

And bit of red meat or red meat all the time is making you loooong living people!

And soon I am sure smoking will make itself back as some great way to reduced stress before you catch cancer stage,

and drinking...............should I even start NOW?  Well, I did...so, I am going to live forever, tell your kids about me...

LMAO!!!
You do have a way with words msloony.

However even though my countryfolk will live long lives I live here in the good ole US, hate fish and veggies (and the lamb here is terrible when you know what good lamb is so don't eat that either), smoke and drink and love red meat, so I will probably not.

Lets go back to Iceland...and you will...though you will see no difference after this winter

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 16:38:40 GMT -5 Peace Of Mind said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:11:26 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Have you read today's msn page

What Do People Eat in Countries with the Longest Life Expectancies?

Please, do and let me know how to save it!

It is ridiculous. Seriously.

Whatever you eat will make you live longer.

That is my conclusion. You?

My conclusion is you are what you drink.  And after seeing the foods in that article I'm ok with losing a year or two. 

Gordon vodka straight up. Am I British?

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 16:02:14 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:43:36 GMT -5 tloonya said:

You are a Costco member? NOW it is all come clear to me. All of your crazy posts and all...I am sorry, I'll be more sensitive to you right from this moment.

-secret-sorry

Not a secret, and it's still cheaper than your place.

Old people have some weird thoughts...

How you come to this category?

[Icelandic Woman]

Feb 26, 2015 17:03:18 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:57:01 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

LMAO!!!
You do have a way with words msloony.

However even though my countryfolk will live long lives I live here in the good ole US, hate fish and veggies (and the lamb here is terrible when you know what good lamb is so don't eat that either), smoke and drink and love red meat, so I will probably not.

Lets go back to Iceland...and you will...though you will see no difference after this winter

LOL I have always said I am moving back to Iceland when I retire (if I retire) because they treat their senior citizens so much better than we do here in the US.

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 17:15:04 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Feb 26, 2015 17:03:18 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Lets go back to Iceland...and you will...though you will see no difference after this winter

LOL I have always said I am moving back to Iceland when I retire (if I retire) because they treat their senior citizens so much better than we do here in the US.

Israel and Germany do to. So why go where you have been already? Unless you don't like matza balls or herring?

[NancysSummerSip]

Feb 26, 2015 17:05:57 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Feb 26, 2015 16:02:14 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

Not a secret, and it's still cheaper than your place.

Old people have some weird thoughts...

How you come to this category?

It's not my membership, really. Old husband has the membership; I just go along to make sure he doesn't spend too much. And sometimes for deals on things I actually need.

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 17:20:08 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

Feb 26, 2015 17:05:57 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Old people have some weird thoughts...

How you come to this category?

It's not my membership, really. Old husband has the membership; I just go along to make sure he doesn't spend too much. And sometimes for deals on things I actually need.

 ever thought of a yonger husband?

It is the time!!!!!!!!!!! 2015 is a sexy year.

If you know aht I mean...

Probably not

[Icelandic Woman]

Feb 26, 2015 17:19:37 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Feb 26, 2015 17:15:04 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

LOL I have always said I am moving back to Iceland when I retire (if I retire) because they treat their senior citizens so much better than we do here in the US.

Israel and Germany do to. So why go where you have been already? Unless you don't like matza balls or herring?

Yes but I wasn't born in Israel or Germany so they could care less about me. I am always going to be Icelandic so they care.

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 17:38:32 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Feb 26, 2015 17:19:37 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Israel and Germany do to. So why go where you have been already? Unless you don't like matza balls or herring?

Yes but I wasn't born in Israel or Germany so they could care less about me. I am always going to be Icelandic so they care.

You can always play the role...

Like 'gooten morgen' or 'shalom' - not so difficult.

I am about to.

What do you say being Icelandic if I ever want to goo and freeze left over of my 'used to be awesome ass' there?

And btw do Icelenders care about size of women asses?

[Icelandic Woman]

Feb 26, 2015 17:45:07 GMT -5 tloonya said:

Feb 26, 2015 17:38:32 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Yes but I wasn't born in Israel or Germany so they could care less about me. I am always going to be Icelandic so they care.

You can always play the role...

Like 'gooten morgen' or 'shalom' - not so difficult.

I am about to.

What do you say being Icelandic if I ever want to goo and freeze left over of my 'used to be awesome ass' there?

And btw do Icelenders care about size of women asses?

Nope they could care less how big your azz is. And it has been colder in most the US this winter than it has been in Iceland. But you will have to get used to only 2 hrs of daylight in December and 24 hrs of daylight in June and July and August.

[tloonya]

Feb 26, 2015 17:48:56 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Feb 26, 2015 17:45:07 GMT -5 tloonya said:

You can always play the role...

Like 'gooten morgen' or 'shalom' - not so difficult.

I am about to.

What do you say being Icelandic if I ever want to goo and freeze left over of my 'used to be awesome ass' there?

And btw do Icelenders care about size of women asses?

Nope they could care less how big your azz is. And it has been colder in most the US this winter than it has been in Iceland. But you will have to get used to only 2 hrs of daylight in December and 24 hrs of daylight in June and July and August.

Considering I am shivering at 78 degrees...may we go to Israel?

Shalom!

[justme]

Feb 26, 2015 15:32:29 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:29:59 GMT -5 justme said:

Gah! I knew there was a reason why I liked theirs better even though you can get Canadian stuff here. I wonder if Costco carries the good stuff cuz I saw Canadian stuff there.

I'm a Costco member, and I've never seen it. But if you live north (as in close to the border with Canada) you might be able to find it there. Ours does not have it. I can get it at a specialty store or two, at something like $20 for six to eight ounces. Pricey, but totally worth it.

Nope, live in Florida. It was in the Brandon Costco that I saw it, but it was around Christmas time and slightly hidden on the outside wall. I'm not too worried, my parents (if not me too) go to Canada every summer so I can get it then. Maybe I should sell 1/4 cups of the stuff I have in my cabinet! 

[Tennesseer]

Feb 26, 2015 16:34:54 GMT -5 wyouser said:

Oh, I almost forgot....If your name is not "Mary" then  Don't Worry, Be Happy"

Are 'Mary', 'marry', and 'merry' pronounced the same way or are they pronounced differently?

[NancysSummerSip]

Mar 1, 2015 0:01:32 GMT -5 justme said:

Feb 26, 2015 15:32:29 GMT -5 NancysSummerSip said:

I'm a Costco member, and I've never seen it. But if you live north (as in close to the border with Canada) you might be able to find it there. Ours does not have it. I can get it at a specialty store or two, at something like $20 for six to eight ounces. Pricey, but totally worth it.

Nope, live in Florida. It was in the Brandon Costco that I saw it, but it was around Christmas time and slightly hidden on the outside wall. I'm not too worried, my parents (if not me too) go to Canada every summer so I can get it then. Maybe I should sell 1/4 cups of the stuff I have in my cabinet! 

I'm on the other side of the state from you. I'd figure with all the visitors we get (Canadian and others), we'd have it. I'm heading north later this year, so I'll keep an eye out for more. I try to schedule a 5K or 10K race in the Miami area every so often (if DH does not have a car show-related event there) so I can get the syrup from the only store that I know carries it.

[GRG a/k/a goldenrulegirl]

Feb 26, 2015 16:32:42 GMT -5 wyouser said:

I have said this before, but....Life is fatal......so eat drink and be merry!

One of THE best bumper stickers I have ever seen:

Eat well.
Stay fit.
Die anyway.