Wellness
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Recipes :: Christmas Cookies That Will Delight!
OLAF Christmas Cookies: I don’t think anything could be more fun than these OLAF cookies made from the very creative Suz at Suz Daily! Recipe found on Suz Daily. Red Velvet Shortbread Cookies: These look so yummy and so pretty – they would make a great homemade gift to those who love holiday cookies (isn’t that most of us?). Yummy recipe found on Recipe Girl who has over 2,600 recipes she shares! Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies: These look absolutely amazing and I think I could eat the whole tray! I love how simple the design is but they look so tasty! Recipe created by the very…
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Friendsgiving :: Celebrating Our Treasured Friendships
Holiday season is just around the corner, but it’s not the nation’s favorite food holiday that has us day dreaming about mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie. This month we’re all about Friendsgiving, a popular take on Thanksgiving when friends come together to celebrate good food and great company. Whether you’re planning a Friendsgiving feast or sticking to your traditional Thanksgiving routine, show your kids why friends are worth being thankful for with some crafts, fun recipes and some Netflix shows and movies that explore lessons about friendship from a few of the greatest duos, including Rory and Lorelai, Charlotte and Wilbur and Bob and Larry, whose all-new Netflix original, “VeggieTales in the…
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Ask the Doctor :: How to Get Your Child To Eat More Greens!
Image courtesy of Flickr Ask The Doctor : My child tends to only want to eat a few types of vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower. What are some supplements and/or recipes you would recommend to add more greens to their diet. This can be a very frustrating experience; parents and care givers worry about what their kids eat and don’t eat; however, try to keep in mind a few things: ▪ Kids will not starve themselves ▪ Kids really do not need as much food as we think ▪ Meal time battle will end as kids get older Surrender Most kids eat when they are hungry…
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Catching the Flu? A Natural Guide to Getting Well Fast
We often use the word flu interchangeably with “common cold” and vice versa. After all, both are ailments which result in similar conditions, such as congestion, aches, and a fever. However, in truth, flus tend to be far more potent in their symptoms and present a greater health risk. They come on more quickly, last over a week, and can result in serious complications such as pneumonia. So what can you do when flu season comes around your neighborhood and you start feeling that familiar tickle at the back of your throat? While most consumers immediately check out over-the-counter medications, there are plenty of natural remedies and behavioral adjustments we…
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Apple Picking in Southern California
Image courtesy of Flickr When I think about fall I can’t help but think of the beautiful reds and yellows of the changing leaves, and the thoughts of pumpkins and apples fill my mind. I love the way the air finally feels crisp in the early morning, and the scent of cinnamon is in the air. I want my children to have those same memories, and the feelings of joy and excitement this season brings. However, fall is a hard thing to come by in Southern California. With the temperatures still well in the 80’s, and the only color leaves we see are green or brown, we have to head…
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Food :: Krusteaz’s New Flat Bread Mixes are Perfect for Dinner
I like cooking with my kids. I especially like cooking things that are fun and easy and don’t require a lot of preparation. So, I was happy to be given the chance to try out the new baking mixes by Krusteaz. I was given a kit that included three new varieties of the Krusteaz Flat Bread mixes – Whole Wheat, Italian Herb and Garlic & Onion. The new flat bread mixes are perfect for sandwiches, pizza crusts or dipping. On our first try we used the Italian Herb. We threw together a quick pot of spaghetti and I realized this would be a good addition to the meal and…
