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The USDA provides us with advice on living healthy, including suggestions for the amount of fruit we need to eat each day. According to them, the amount of fruit you eat each day depends on 3 things: your age, your sex, and your level of physical activity. The USDA recommended daily amounts are: Children 2-3 years old - 1 cup** Children 4-8 years old - 1 to 1 1/2 cups** Girls 9-13 years old - 1 1/2...
8/28/2022 4:00:00 AM
Don't let those colorful easter eggs go to waste. Here are some simple ways to turn them from beautiful to delicious!8 hard boiled eggs, peeled. Slice lengthwise, remove yolks and place them in a small mixing bowl. Mash yolks with 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 2 Tbsp. milk. Mix in one of the following flavor combinations: 2 Tbsp. garlic herb cheese and 1 tsp. fresh basil 1 Tbsp. chopped green chile and 3...
3/26/2016 7:00:00 AM
Give the heart closest to you a special gift on Valentine's Day by treating yourself to heart healthy foods. It's been proven that exercise and eating right are two steps can be reduce your risk of heart-related illnesses and diseases. Here are 3 Simple Heart Healthy Eating Habits 1. Limit high fat foods such as red meats, cheeses, fried foods and baked goods. 2. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Raw,...
1/1/2016 8:00:00 AM
Kids love to help and they are much less likely to reject foods they helped make. When you get them in the kitchen, they feel good about doing something "grown-up" and contributing to the family meal.Children of all ages can help in the kitchen. Start out by giving your child small jobs to do. As your child grows, he will be able to help with different tasks. Start all activities in the kitchen by...
8/26/2014 7:00:00 AM
Mother’s Day is May 12! Just around the corner! Why not havea spa day with your mom, relaxing and enjoying each other’s company using someof our favorite homemade spa treatments? Here are some of our favorites. Moisturizing face mask -- Apply honey to yourface and relax in the bath. If you want to make it exfoliating, add a littlemilk powder and scrub away. Exfoliate -- Combine 1tsp. honey and 1 tsp....
5/17/2013 3:23:11 AM
Spring is here! Apricots, Haas avocado, bananas, beets, grapefruit, green beans, honeydew melon, mango and pineapple are all in season. Check out some of our favorite tips and recipes for April produce. Banana Bananas are fat-free, but contain two to three times more carbohydrates that other fruit. Although they may not be the best choice for folks on low carb diets, they are a great choice for active...
4/5/2013 7:39:32 PM
A visit to rural Ireland is filled with spectacular views of lush, green hillsides and fields. Ireland's green countryside is perfect for raising cattle and sheep, and dairy farming. The country's mild climate provides a long growing season for a variety of vegetables and fruits. Irish cooks take advantage of the local harvest by choosing to cook with high quality, local and fresh ingredients.Irish...
4/5/2013 7:00:00 AM
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of the rededication of the Holy Temple after it was reclaimed from the Syrian-Greeks more than 21 centuries ago. Fried foods are traditional fare during Hanukkah, commemorating the miracle of the Hanukkah oil that lasted eight days when it should have only last one. Here are some ideas and recipes on how to include your little ones in...
12/11/2012 9:27:05 AM
Is it your turn to host Thanksgiving or Christmas Dinner this year? Lucky You! I wish I could give you an "Easy" button for your holiday meals, but the best I can do is to share some terrific tips that will help you get through the Holidays smoothly! Develop the menu: The best way to get started with planning a big meal is to develop a menu. For inspiration, flip through magazines, cookbooks and ask...
11/20/2012 2:15:31 AM
Brightly colored orange foods are good for your eyes, skin, immune system and heart. Orange foods contain high amounts of carotenoids. These compounds help provide Vitamin A, or retinol, to the body. Vitamin A helps us see at night, keeps our immune system strong and keep our skin cells healthy. Orange foods are also loaded with Vitamin C. The color orange can also improve your mood and re-energize...
10/23/2012 9:55:20 PM
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