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Do you eat chia seeds? I am a big fan of seeds – of all kinds.  Chia seeds are those tiny black or white seeds that can be sprinkled on...
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Need an E N E R G Y boost? I have to admit there are days when an energy drink sounds really appealing to me.  A quick burst of energy...
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*This post is sponsored by Illinois Farm Families. The field of genomics is exploding!  I was thrilled to be included on a recent tour of the University of Illinois’ Institute...
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Want a quick and healthy meal?  Try tacos. We love them in our house as you can throw all sorts of veggies, beans, cheese, salsa, chicken, fish and even tofu into a tortilla...
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Do you think about your budget when you plan your meals?  I equate my financial budget to my calorie budget. If you spend your hard-earned money on good quality calories, your...
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I love parfaits.  You can add any fruits  — berries, melon, oranges, apples slices, grapefruit, bananas or kiwi.  It’s an elegant way to serve fruit, too.  In this recipe, you simply...
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February is the month of LOVE.  As we think about heart health, we also think about affairs of the heart.  What better food to soothe and comfort the heart than...
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If you are a hummus-lover like I am, you want to mix different veggies, herbs and spices into this fiber and protein powerhouse dip. Homemade hummus is super simple to make and you can...
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Welcome to my diabetes tips and simple recipe series!  November is American Diabetes Month and awareness is key to stop – and lessen the severity, of this devastating disease.  Many of us have...
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