Are Organic Foods Worth the Cost?
Friday July 31, 2009
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I know it's difficult enough to plan and make meals that are healthy and easy, so do you really want to take the extra time to worry ... Read More
Microwave Miracles
Wednesday July 29, 2009
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I love my microwave oven, although I mostly use it to heat up leftovers and to steam frozen vegetables (talk about easy - just take the ... Read More
Ten Quick Tips for Cutting Calories
Monday July 27, 2009
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Rates of obesity (and of being overweight) keep rising and we need to do something about that trend because being obese increases your risk of cardiovascular disease, ... Read More
Healthier Burgers
Friday July 24, 2009
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Hamburgers are easy to make and easy to serve because even picky eaters like them. They aren't always the healthiest choice for a meal, though. ... Read More
Healthy Foods On the Grill
Wednesday July 22, 2009
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I love to cook foods on a grill - it's a great way to keep the heat out of the kitchen. I know there are many ... Read More
Delicious Desserts Made Healthy (and Easy!)
Monday July 20, 2009
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Who doesn't love a sweet dessert after a meal? Just thinking about dessert probably brings a smile to your face. Unfortunately, eating too many ... Read More
Super Summer Salads
Friday July 17, 2009
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Make a hot summer day seem a lot cooler by serving a big fresh salad. Start with a big bed of spinach, baby greens or lettuce and ... Read More
Easy and Healthy Vegetable Dishes
Wednesday July 15, 2009
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What do you think of when I say vegetables? Do you think of overcooked blobs of icky green stuff or do you picture a cornucopia of ... Read More
Help With Picky Eaters
Monday July 13, 2009
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I think feeding picky eaters is one of the most difficult things for a parent to endure. It's stressful to struggle with kids who refuse ... Read More
Stocking Your Pantry
Friday July 10, 2009
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It's difficult to prepare a meal in a timely manner if you open your kitchen cabinets and don't find the ingredients you need. Your plans ... Read More
When Slow Really Means Quick
Wednesday July 8, 2009
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Using a slow-cooker can be a big time-saver. Simply add your ingredients in the morning, turn on the slow-cooker and off to work you go. When ... Read More
Super Evening Snacking
Monday July 6, 2009
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I think most of us like to eat snacks at night. Maybe while watching TV or browsing the Internet, or sometimes just out of boredom. ... Read More
In a Hurry? Don’t Skip Breakfast
Friday July 3, 2009
You've heard this before, and I'll say it again – breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You've been asleep all night and your brain and body ... Read More