Cool weather always brings the challenge of finding things to do for the children who don't yet go to school. Here are some imaginative ways to help kids have fun while they stay at home. Food is an exciting thing for kids, and young kids will [...]
Warm summer days call for light meals that require a minimum of time over a hot stove. Refresh family and friends with these freezer delights aimed at beating the heat. Surprise Zucchini Soup 1 onion, chopped 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 2 cups chicken broth [...]
Muffin-Tin Breakfast There's nothing easier or more simple to do than preparing breakfast in a muffin tin. It is so quick and effortless -- everything is baked in a muffin tin, and there is no muss or fuss over the stove. Ingredients: 6 eggs 6 [...]
An ideal at-home or on-the-trail snack is fruit leather, especially if you've made it yourself from the bounties of your backyard garden. Those who love a quick, tasty snack appreciate fruit leather. It is great for backpackers because it's lightweight, easily portable, has a relatively [...]
Although August has no major holidays, as with every other month, you can find a reason to celebrate with good food and friends. You can always invent your own holidays. Turn your imagination loose and it will be easy to find reasons to revel. Here [...]
Food Guidelines for Weight Loss WOW for someone who loves to eat that was music to my ears. The other night I was talking to my niece’s husband, Richard Swenson, and that is what he said. Richard will graduate as a medical doctor in April. [...]
Lessons from the Chinese Diet I am in China now and am always amazed about the amount of vegetables the Chinese eat. Our Chinese guide told us yesterday that American do not eat many vegetables. Here in China all of the vegetables they eat and all [...]
The Hidden Calories in Fats The Calorie Count of Common Foods Learning to eat the right fats is a key to losing weight. Fat is one category that you can pick up calories so fast. Fat can be hidden in the sauces, dressing and desserts. [...]
The Goal of a Healthy Breakfast Many Americans do not eat breakfast, even though nutritionists say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You’ve probably heard the old adage: Eat like a king at breakfast, a prince at lunch, and a pauper [...]
Healthy Sandwich Base Options Sandwiches are fast, simple, and a portable way to go when you are working on eating healthy. It is easy to load them up with a lot of vegetables. I always use whole grain breads, flatbreads, and wraps for my sandwiches. To [...]
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