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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that less than 1 in 10 adults and adolescents consume enough fruits and vegetables. Processed foods such as fast food and sugary drinks add unnecessary sugars, salt, and saturated fats increasing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and decreased […]

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There are two types of cholesterol. HDL cholesterol is “good” cholesterol and helps support your body’s functions while not raising your risk of cardiovascular disease. LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, raises your risk of cardiovascular disease. Saturated fats, like those in coconut oil, red meats, and dairy, can raise your LDL and lower your HDL. Unsaturated […]

There are so many ways to mix it up with fruits and veggies. Add berries to your morning cereal, oatmeal, or smoothie, satisfy that sweet tooth with melons or cherries, and don’t forget to add them to salads. Too keep cool, cook outdoors with a grill. There are so many ways that we can work […]

Start the New Year right with a healthy, sturdy breakfast! Studies show people who regularly eat breakfast continue to make healthy choices throughout the day, so make your breakfast yummy and nutritious. You can add your favorite veggies or choose egg whites and leave out the potatoes for a protein power punch to fuel your day. Burritos are great for on the go!

Looking for something to warm you up during the cold winter? Nothing beats a classic bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup! Use a slow cooker to make this an easy family favorite.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 8 sheets honey graham crackers 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted 12-ounces one-third less fat cream cheese, at room temperature 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2/3 cup low-fat 2-percent Greek-style plain yogurt 2 large eggs, at room temperature […]

Herb Turkey Ingredients 1 whole turkey (about 15 pounds), thawed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup water Herb rub: 2 teaspoons dried sage 1 tablespoon dried thyme 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Au jus: 2 teaspoons dried sage 1 tablespoon dried thyme 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup apple juice 1 […]

Try some of these for your holiday gathering, or maybe as an entree for a wintery supper! Healthy Green Bean Casserole Ingredients 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 tablespoons water 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms 3 tablespoons flour 1/2 teaspoon […]

Cream of Mushroom Soup Ingredients 1/2 tablespoon canola oil 1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion 1 cup diced carrot 1 cup diced celery 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups chopped kale 1 tablespoon minced parsley 2 cups low-sodium vegetable stock 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup unsalted prepared […]