Posts Categorized: Healthy Tips

Passing on New Year’s Resolutions

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Allison Stowell

I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions. I mean, think about it. What could possibly happen on January 1 that doesn’t exist on December 31 that makes it possible to make a change that has been on your mind for months? Yet many magazines, TV personalities and the like will be talking about how to stick to these supposed resolutions.

Passing on New Year’s Resolutions

Cereal Aisle

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Allison Stowell

The cereal aisle can be a confusing place for everyone. Look for the labels with at least one Guiding Star to know that your family is choosing an option with more whole grains, vitamins and minerals.

Trick or Treat?

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Lori Kaley

The long standing tradition on Halloween is for children to roam the neighborhood dressed up in spooky garb asking neighbors for treats, namely candy. If a treat was not forthcoming, then the children could play a “trick” on that neighbor. With all we know about the negative impact on our health from too much sugar consumption, especially for children, who is really getting tricked in this situation?

Trick or Treat?

Tip Swap (Share Great Ideas!)

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Erin Dow

For those of you who aren’t aware, September 10 was National Swap Ideas Day. While no Congressional decree establishes it, no founder is identified and no presidential proclamation supports its very existence, come on: it’s a darn good idea. So in the spirit of “two heads are better than one,” I’d like to share a couple of handy ideas I’ve come up with over the years to simplify my life in the kitchen–both professionally and in my personal life. At the bottom, you can learn how to share your ideas as well. We can get a conversation going about how problem-solving common household nuisances can leave us more time and energy to do the more enjoyable things in life.

Tip Swap (Share Great Ideas!)

Drinking Juice

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Allison Stowell

A little juice goes a long way – a recommended serving is only 4 oz. Try mixing it with mineral water or seltzer to make the drink go further. Choose only juices with 100% fruit juice, avoiding sweeteners (real and artificial).