The BTF Archive

This week it seems to be all about Beau (and he likes it)....but who knew he was into Goats....GOATS !!!! Click here to see what we mean.

Beau is having a great time Tweetstalking celebrities and now you can too....click here !!

Frazier is a huge fan of cooking Italian food. She was adpoted by an Italian family and spent many evenings learning how to cook what Gino and Lina called "Poor Man's Food". Simple Italian food with simple ingredients. The number one ingredient : Olive Oil. Now researchers have come out with a major reason why Olive Oil is the ulitimate food. Check this out and MANGIA TUTTO !!!

The Winnipeg Harvest guys were in with BT&F this morning talking about the Empty Bowl Celebrity Auction November 10th. This thing is a realy cool event with amazing one-of-a-kind bowls up for grabs from the likes of The Eagles, Dame Edna, Elton John, Renee Zellweger, Henri Richard, David Cassidy, Jay Leno....an insane list of sport stars, musicians, actors, and activists. CLICK HERE to see what we're talking about !

Elizabeth Manley was in our studios and Beau and Tom were instantly turned into babbling fools. Both guys had a massive crush on Manley when she was Canada's sweetheart. HERE SHE IS accepting the silver medal during the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary.

Bon Jovi is coming to town next summer....pre-sale tickets are up for grabs TOMORROW November 5th , but you have to be a member of the Bon Jovi fan club. CLICK HERE to join the club ($$). We'll have a schwack of tickets to give away too.

Halloween is upon us....and Jessica emailed us to send us a link....

Just wanted to let you guys know about a great site that has the history of the jack-o-lantern on it . It also has great patterns that are easy to carve, thought you guys might be intrested. CLICK HERE to check it all out

The original Batman is in town this weekend for ComicCon....Frazier LOVED the Batman TV show when she was a kid...not when it first came out though, she's waaaay to young for that. Scooby Doo was her favorite...a ghost busting dog. Or was Scooby hallucinating?After all, we never did find out what was in those Scooby Snacks did we?

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Beau swung by Frazier's place yesterday to help her move a couple of furniture items that she couldn't move on her own....thankfully, the furniture was ready to be replaced, cause the legs were broken off one of the dressers while they were trying to place it upright...but at least it wasn't as bad as THIS

Eat to Beat a Cold

Fight off the sniffles by giving your immune system a boost

Everywhere you go this time of year, people are coughing and sneezing. Because the virus lingers on objects and hangs in the air for hours, colds are easily spread even without close contact. Here are some easy ways to boost your immune system with a balanced diet of wholesome foods and essential nutrients.

Breakfast is for Champions
The cardinal rule of maintaining a healthy diet is to always eat breakfast. We're all in a rush, but eating a nourishing breakfast doesn't take a lot of time. "Five minutes is all you need," says Susan Fyshe, a nutritionist and registered dietician with Toronto's Healthy Lifestyle Nutrition Consulting. "Whole-grain cereals, whole-grain toast with peanut butter, or a couple of boiled eggs are quick and delicious ways to start the day." Opt for whole-grain in place of its processed, white-flour relatives. Fruit and Vegetable Infusion
There's no way around this one. "Fruits and vegetables are nature's medicine," says Susan. "They're chock-full of nutrients and they're easy to get a hold of at the supermarket." Adults should be eating seven to 10 servings a day, so stock your fridge with leafy greens and colourful vegetables. Fruit is especially convenient, because they’re naturally packaged and sized for eating on-the-go. Say Hello to Friendly Bacteria
Research has shown that probiotic foods go a long way in enhancing your immune system, but they won't help much if you wait until you're already sick. "Your body needs to be healthy beforehand, so it has plenty of resources to fight off a cold," explains Susan. Have a cup of yogurt with your breakfast, or eat it as a snack during the day. Be sure to check the labels and choose brands that contain live bacterial culture. If you're lactose intolerant, try a probiotic supplement. Bring On the Vitamin C
Everyone knows to drink orange juice when they are sick, but vitamin C is actually found in many fruits and vegetables. "Up your intake at the first sign of a cold, when your body is working the hardest to minimize it," suggests Susan. Other fruit juices, kiwis, and red and green peppers are all great sources of vitamin C, so make them a regular part of your diet. Good Quality Protein
Lean meat and meat alternatives are excellent sources of vitamin B, iron, and zinc, which are essential minerals for a strong immune system. Load up with two to three servings of poultry, fish, and low-fat dairy every day. Even if you're not a vegetarian, don't forget about tofu, lentils, and nuts. Give Garlic a Second Chance
Garlic has long been touted for its many health benefits. In addition to helping the body lower LDL cholesterol levels, it's also proven useful in the fight against infection. "Raw garlic is an acquired taste," says Susan. "Social implications aside, it can add tremendous flavour to food." Chop up one-half to one whole clove and use it in salad dressings or sauces, or toss it with pasta. Fresh parsley can counteract the noxious effects of garlic breath, so chop up a few sprigs and add it to your dish before serving.

Down those Fluids
Drinking water helps to flush out toxins and prevent infections from settling in, so try to get at least eight glasses in your system daily. During a cold, water can also loosen mucus and keep the respiratory tract moist. Herbal teas and warm soups will soothe a sore throat and alleviate nasal congestion. Avoid alcohol, cola, and coffee, as they are very dehydrating.

Focus on Prevention
Eating a well-balanced diet is only one part of your fight against the cold. Getting enough sleep, decreasing stress, and taking time to exercise are all important ways to get a leg up on the virus. "Give your body what it needs," says Susan. "Most of the time, it can work very well for you." Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth, and make it habit to wash your hands often. Since you can't protect yourself from being exposed, building and maintaining a healthy immune system is your best line of defence.

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As much as we hate to admit this....flu season is just steps away. Frazier is not to thrilled about getting flu shots (conspiracy theories always mess with her mind)...but when the word pandemic is thrown around, even she has to take notice. The Manitoba Government has set up a website CLICK HERE for everything you ever wanted to know about the flu and flu season.

BT&F know it is impossible to navigate Government websites so CLICK HERE to find out exactly where you can go to get your H1N1 flu shot

Be Afraid...Be VERY Afraid.........

Doug Speirs from the Winnipeg Free Press jouned BT&F at the Spooktacular Haunted House out in Dugald over the weekend....CLICK HERE to read all about it

What a busy busy day! So much going on. Best of all TONIGHT we are going to be scaring the beejeezuz out of you at the Spooktacular Hounted House...CLICK HERE FOR THE MAP and we will see you there!!!!

Wanna be a part of entertainment history? CLICK HERE and you'll be able to cast your vote for the Dick Clark....um....er....People's Choice Awards

Yes we are getting ready for Halloween......Halloween = stupid pet costumes....fun for us, but not so fun for our furry friends

This is the outfit Beau picked for The Spooktacular Haunted House

This is Frazier's Halloween Costume

This is the outfit Frazier thinks Tom should wear to the Spooktacular Haunted House...but.......

This is probably what he'll end up wearing...........

We'll see you there this Fright-day Night

October 09

Beau Tom and Frazier will be back holiday Monday morning...so while everyone else is asleep make sure you are up and at 'em for Beat Bob's Bank !! Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!!

October 07

The other morning Beau Tom and Frazier got on the topic of CBC TV. Tom watched some Blades of Glory type TV show last night where professional skaters are paired with professional hockey players for some type of Skating with the Stars thing. This got us going on the subject of CBC TV. Beau loves Coronation Street ...no ...seriously ....stop laughing. Frazier and Beau love watching The Tudors. Tom...well Tom likes Lemon Pie. Looks like we all ate a bit of Humble Pie regarding CBC’s Battle of the Blades. It was the TV channels highest rated premier ever. The Friendly Giant is rolling over in his grave.

Although, Frazier's Mom is a huge fan of Flashpoint on CTV with Hugh Dillon from the Headstones. Looks a lot different in this photo from his rock and roll glory years, eh?

Anyway...for all things TV check out this site...it's a fantastic way to kill time while you're at work and BT&F encourage slacking off and getting paid for it.

Last night BT&F were at the Manitoba Museum last night for the opening of Robots + Us. Lots and lots and lots of fun for kids of all ages....all the photos are on the BT&F FACEBOOK page

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October 06

Donny and Bruno making out?.....whaaaaaa?