Making Diet Decisions During A Pandemic

(NAPSI)—Dreadful as the pandemic has been, for some people it has meant a positive health change. Three in 10 Americans made a major change to their diet during this time, according to new …

Build Simple Breakfasts to Fuel Your Family

To help boost you and your family’s immunity, try focusing on protein- and fiber-packed morning meals that are low in sugar.

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Easy Sweetpotato Minestrone Soup—California Style

(NAPSI)—Everyone needs delicious recipes with heaping servings of veggies. Whether you’re thinking about overall health or trying to lose a few pounds, maintaining a balanced diet throughout the …

This Heart Month, Pledge to Help Your Heart with These 3 Fitness Tips

(NewsUSA) - It's Heart Month and a good time to have a little heart-to-heart with yourself about the health of your ticker. Heart disease is one of the deadliest diseases in the nation, but the good …

A Surprising Assistant

(NAPSI)—Here’s a hot tip: Most baking enthusiasts may not realize it, but turning out great baked goods can be easier with a quality kitchen appliance that’s NOT the stove. It’s the sink. …

Easy Fish Friday options for kids and adults

(BPT) - Fish Friday is an important part of Lent, and if you honor this tradition, you’re probably looking to add something different to the menu. At the same time, you’re probably not …

Better-for-You Family Breakfasts

Making sure your family members get a nutritious start to the day is an important job, and by focusing on a few wholesome ingredients, such as real milk, simple and healthful dishes can quickly become family favorites.

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A Fresh Twist on Fajitas to Support Family Nutrition

Gather fresh onions and bell peppers to mix with earthy, wholesome mushrooms as the heart of this plant-forward dish.

The Busy Family’s Holiday Hacks: Stress-Busting Tips to Help You Get Through the Season

(BPT) - The holidays are right around the corner which means more to-do’s and less time to do them in. With all the planning and stressing, don't let mealtime inspiration suffer and cooking fatigue set in! This holiday season, whether you have a houseful or a handful, Lauren Barth shares tips to make meal-planning less stressful, more joyous and downright hassle-free.

A Protein Twist for Tasty Family Meals

Add excitement to the weekly menu with a recipe like these Crunchy Buffalo Baked Veal Cutlet Sandwiches, which offers the classic combination of Buffalo sauce and blue cheese in a dish that requires less than an hour in the kitchen.

Why eggs are an important first food for children

(BPT) - Trying to decide what first foods to feed your baby? Second-generation egg farmer Ross Dean knew that eggs would be one of his son's first foods once he was old enough to start eating solid foods.

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A Twist on Traditional Burgers (Family Features) Topped with melted cheddar then piled on top of fresh arugula, peppered bacon and zesty mayo, these Alaskan Salmon Burgers with Peppered Bacon are a twist on tradition that can help you put a protein-packed, flavorful meal on the table in minutes.

Make Snack Time Pop (Family Features) Perfect served by itself or as an ingredient in whole-grain creations like Poppy Chow, a twist on a classic kid's favorite made with peanut butter, chocolate and popcorn.

4 Positive Changes to Make in 2022 (Family Features) Baja Fish Taco Bowls take just 20 minutes for a spicy, fresh-flavored family dinner, and Mediterranean Rice Bowls with Zucchini Fritters are a satisfying step toward more meatless meals in your home.

Morning Recipes Perfect for Making Memories (Family Features) Recipes like Butter Pecan Waffles and Banana Walnut Pancakes provide deliciously easy ways to make mornings memorable at the breakfast table with those you love.

Create Healthy Habits in the New Year (Family Features) A well-balanced diet includes fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains, and these recipes for Watermelon Chia Seed Muffins and Watermelon and Pistachio Salad can help satisfy cravings any time of day.

Build a Better-for-You Menu in 2022 (Family Features) Committing to healthier habits in the new year often starts in the kitchen.

Say Yes to Yogurt (Family Features) This Chocolate and Strawberry Greek Yogurt Bark offers a sweet snack that curbs cravings without ditching your daily commitment to a balanced diet.

Put Fish on the Family Menu (Family Features) This Bacon-Wrapped Halibut recipe calls for lightly seasoned fillets wrapped with all-natural bacon served alongside your favorite grains and vegetables - an easy yet tasty way to put seafood on the table.

A Cheesy Winter Warm-Up (Family Features) Getting your whole family to the table can be surprisingly easy when a savory dish like Cheesy Spinach Ravioli awaits.

Add Cheer to the Holidays with Cheesy Plant-Based Appetizers (Family Features) Holiday plant-based cheese dishes combine cheesiness that people love with fresh vegetables so your hors d'oeurve tray can be enjoyed by everyone no matter their lifestyle or dietary needs.

3 ways to set yourself up for success this new year (BPT) - Now is the perfect time to reflect on past resolutions and establish goals that will help you kick off the new year right. Maybe you want to travel, read more books, learn a new skill or take …

Make 2022 The Year of “YOU” [Video] (BPT) - This New Year, it is time to take back our health and put better eating habits front and center. Jamie Hess is here to share all the …

4 free downloadable cookbooks that can help you follow a healthier lifestyle (BPT) - Over the past two years, many have been adopting healthier lifestyles, and cooking home meals is key to that goal. At the same time, home cooks also seek variety, looking for new ideas to …

4 top tech innovations from CES 2022 to make your life better (BPT) - Every year, groundbreaking innovations premiere at the Consumer Technology Association’s CES conference in Las Vegas, showcasing consumer technology products that aren't just the latest …

Four easy ways to limit carbs in 2022 for a healthier you (BPT) - Heading into the new year, you may be thinking about ways to work on your health and wellness. A new year is an ideal opportunity to consider positive lifestyle changes, and what you choose …

Seedlip: The Non-Alcoholic Option for Your Dry January and Beyond (BPT) - If you're choosing to follow a possibly over-indulgent holiday season with a dry January, you’re not alone. Last year, YouGovAmerica reported that 15% of Americans planned to …

These 4 simple choices help create a more eco-friendly kitchen in the new year (BPT) - Environmental protection is always capturing headlines, but you might wonder what you can do as an individual to make a difference at home. Do your small efforts even matter in the big …

Considering cutting the cord? It’s easier than you think (BPT) - If you’ve been thinking about cutting the cord on your cable service, you’re not alone. A new survey finds that 1 in 4 baby boomers have cut the cord in the past year, just behind …

Your key to a healthier new year? Potatoes. (BPT) - It’s New Year’s resolution season, and many people’s goals involve improving their health — exercising more, eating better and losing weight. While it can be hard to …

The Family Time You Truly Deserve (BPT) - With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to prepare your home so that everyone you care for can unwind and spend some quality time together by helping them leave all their …

Hints For A Happy Holiday Get-together (NAPSAI)—After the last year or so, many people are anxious to get back into the social swing. To help, here are 6 entertaining ideas that can mean more fun for you and your friends: How To Have …

Party Planning Pointers For The Holidays (NAPSI)—This holiday season, many Americans are entertaining the idea of having a festive gala. Here are 6 party planning hints that can help your next get-together be fun for both you and …

Northern Virginia Extends A Warm Welcome To Canadian Visitors (NAPSI)—Now that the U.S.-Canada land border has re-opened, and as the weather turns cooler, a wonderful way for Canadians to relax and enjoy time with family and friends is on a road trip to …

Tips To Reduce Food Waste At Thanksgiving by Dr. Jean Buzby (NAPSI)—Each year, the average American family of four loses $1,500 to uneaten food—that’s about 1,160 pounds of food. At holiday or any time, it’s a good idea to think …

How To Reduce Food Waste At Home by Dr. Jean Buzby (NAPSI)—Here’s a cool idea: A clean, well-organized refrigerator can help your family prevent food waste. Three Ways To Fight Food Waste1. Know and, if necessary, …

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The Taste Of Fall—You Can Share With Your Dog (NAPSI)—Now is the time for all things pumpkin: From pumpkin spice lattes and candles to pumpkin patches and carving, there’s something pumpkin for everyone—including your four-legged friends. …

Easy Tips To Reduce Food Waste In Your Child’s Lunch Box by Jean Buzby (NAPSI)—It’s estimated that a family of four spends, on average, $1,500 a year on food that goes uneaten—but you can help save food and money and improve your kids’ …

Controlling Seasonal Diseases In Cattle (NAPSI)—Here’s something cattle ranchers know: Each season brings with it different health challenges for their livestock, from respiratory diseases to eye and foot infections, to enteric and …

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