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by Holle Abee Kids love October 31. From dressing up in their favorite costume to trick-or-treating to attending spooky parties, Halloween is one of the best times of the year for most children. Unfortunately, the foods generally associated with these fall festivities can be really scary. But by substituting healthier…
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This Cinco de Mayo, make sure you’re prepared to celebrate the Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Gather your family on this festive day to enjoy music, dancing and, of course, great Mexican food. As you’re getting ready for this year’s fiesta,…
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Martha Stewart ruined it for everyone. Perfectly sane people now operate under the belief that, in order to have friends over, they need a year of planning, an entire book’s worth of chi-chi appetizers, and a venue that looks like it was decorated by a movie set designer. Martha lied….
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The mighty bean is a high-protein superstar. Just a quarter cup serving of any beans yields the same protein as an ounce of meat. Vegetarians already know how important they are to their diet. Others are just starting to understand the versatility and savings through the use of the economical…
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Growing herbs has become a popular hobby. Not only are they decorative, but growing herbs yourself also gives you a constant fresh supply of herbs for cooking. Herbs can be grown indoors and enjoyed even if you are living in the city and do not have room for outdoor gardening…
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If your diet includes a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, you are on the road to good health. If you have a hectic schedule-and who doesn’t?-you may be tempted to cut corners when preparing foods. You also may not always remember that “fresh” or “organic” doesn’t necessarily equal “clean.”…
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Your mother always said to eat your greens, but in order to get the most health benefits you can, you need to be sure that you identify, purchase and clean the right greens. Knowing which greens to purchase depends on how you feel about foods that are sprayed with fungicides…
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As I walked through the grocery store aisles a few weeks ago, I noticed the increase in prepackaged slow cooker meals. I’ve been using my slow cooker and reaping the rewards for years, so it was no real surprise to me when others started proclaiming the benefits of cooking with…
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Consuming mostly low to medium GI level foods is one of the best choices that you can make to get a health and lean body. If you are new to the glycemic index, it may sound overwhelming and confusing to you. So now I will give you six simple rules…
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We have all experienced that moment when you wander aimlessly in your kitchen wondering what to make for dinner. You haven’t had a chance to get to the grocery store and now have to pull together a meal with whatever is on hand. This is one stressor in your life…