TV sales pioneer says desperation spawned career

Before there was Ronco and the Veg-O-Matic, way ahead of George Foreman and his grill, back when infomercials were a gleam in a pitchman's eye, Chris Nahatis of Manchester was showing New England TV audiences how to chop, peel, grate, slice and shred as fast as he could talk and bang pans.

Saladmaster pitchman still banging pans strong at 89

MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA - Before there was Ronco and the Veg-O-Matic, way ahead of George Foreman and his grill, back when infomercials were a gleam in a pitchman's eye, Chris Nahatis of Manchester was showing New England TV audiences how to chop, peel, grate, slice and shred as fast as he could talk and bang pans.

Mr. Saladmaster still true to his craft

Before there was Ronco and the Veg-O-Matic, way ahead of George Foreman and his grill, back when infomercials were a gleam in a pitchman's eye, Chris Nahatis of Manchester was showing New England TV audiences how to chop, peel, grate, slice and shred as fast as he could talk and bang pans.

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No meat, big flavor

It's no secret that eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains and eating far fewer animal-based products can benefit your health. Meat, cheese and eggs are packed with cholesterol, and studies show that a diet heavy in meat can lead to high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems.