Your week
YOUR HEALTH
Carbohydrates are controversial in dieting circles these days, but if you’re going to eat them, you might as well do it at dinnertime.
In a study recently published in the online journal Obesity, 100 obese male and female Israeli police officers age 25 to 55 were divided into two groups that each ate 1,300 to 1,500 calories per day.
One group ate more protein at breakfast and lunch and got more carbohydrates at dinner, while the other had its carbs spread more evenly throughout the day.
After six months, the carbs-for-dinner group saw more weight loss and body fat reduction, and also felt more satisfied, the study found.
» Find more health and fitness tips in Tuesday’s Today section.
YOUR HOME
Even seasoned gardeners can find themselves puzzled about pruning. “The Pruning Answer Book” (Storey, $14.95) helps clear up the confusion.
The pocket-size book, by the late Lewis Hill and Penelope O’Sullivan, covers the basics such as what to prune when, what equipment to use, how to make the cuts and why pruning is beneficial.
A plant-by-plant pruning guide in the back of the book lets you find quick guidance on a particular tree, shrub or other plant.
» Find more home and garden ideas in Sunday’s Today section.
YOUR FOOD
Nuts about fish? Try Trout Amandine, made from lightly breaded fillets topped with toasted almonds. For the recipe, see Page C7.
» Find more recipes and restaurant news in Wednesday’s Food section.
YOUR FUN
Here’s what’s on the schedule for this week:
On CD (Tuesday)
Steve Miller Band, “Let Your Hair Down”
Gorillaz, “The Fall”
Glee cast, “Glee: The Music presents The Warblers”
Brian Setzer, “Setzer Goes Instru-Mental!”
On DVD (Tuesday)
“The King’s Speech”
“Rabbit Hole”
“Gulliver’s Travels”
“Somewhere”
“The Way Back”
In theaters (Friday)
“African Cats” (documentary)
“Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family” (comedy)
“Water For Elephants” (drama)
On TV
“America’s Next Top Model”: In case you haven’t been paying attention, here’s a summary of the 16th season so far. (Wednesday, 9 p.m., The CW)
“30 Rock”: The series celebrates its 100th episode with guest stars Regis Philbin, Kelly Ripa, Matt Lauer and Michael Keaton. (Thursday, 10 p.m., NBC)
“Girls’ Night Out: Superstar Women of Country”: Featuring performances from Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride and more. (Friday, 9 p.m., CBS)
“The Ten Commandments”: The biblical epic returns for its annual Easter airing. (Saturday, 7 p.m., ABC)
On stage
Spokane Jazz Orchestra, Rex Richardson, trumpet: Thursday, Bing Crosby Theater
Leon Redbone: Friday, Bing Crosby Theater
“Cats”: Saturday-Sunday, INB Performing Arts Center
Around town
Empire Classic Bodybuilding Championships: Saturday, Northern Quest Casino
Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, Riverfront Park
12th Annual Tutxinmepu Pow Wow: Saturday-Sunday, University of Idaho
» Find a full arts and entertainment roundup in the Thursday and Friday Today sections.