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Five Alternatives to Cow Milk
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. While cow’s milk may have some beneficial vitamins, including calcium, potassium, and phosphorus, it doesn’t mean it’s not potentially unhealthy. In fact, research shows that women who drink two or more glasses of whole milk a day have a one-third to 50 percent increased risk of developing heart disease compared to those who consume skim milk. Men who consume two to three servings daily can also increase…
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Five Healthy Snack Swaps
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. This month, my posts will look at healthy food swaps. It is said that snacks make up about ten percent of the American diet and, for some, even more. The International (IFIC) Food Information Council, in a 2020 survey, found that forty percent of the participants used snacks to replace meals, and twenty-five percent stated they consume two or more snacks throughout their day. Unfortunately, many of…
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Smart Meal Prep Tips To Make Healthier Versions of Comfort Foods
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. One thing that deters people from making dietary changes that will result in weight loss is that they don’t want to give up their favorite foods. I can relate… Most of us have a list of comfort foods that our moms made for us when we were young and which seem like the perfect cold-weather fare to enjoy. But then when we think of making healthy diet…
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Spiced Roasted Ginger Carrot Soup
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Since it is National Vegetarian Awareness Month, I thought that I should post a few veggie recipes throughout the month. This soup, Spiced Roasted Ginger Carrot Soup, is a great meal for the fall. With some bread and a salad, it’s a lite but filling meal for a lazy fall weekend afternoon. Other Vegetarian Recipes Instant Pot® Garden Vegetable Soup Spicy Black Bean Taco Wraps with Fresh…
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The Pros and Cons of a Vegetarian Diet
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. The vegetarian diet is the healthiest diet with respect to receiving direct benefits nutritionally and calorically. Needless to say, following a vegetarian diet has more pros associated with it than it has cons. Almost 16 million Americans (5% of the population) are vegetarian and 50% of them are vegan (Harris Interactive study commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group). The number of vegetarians in the United States has…
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Beyond The Sandwich – Try Different Lunch Foods
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. When you think about packed school lunches, PB&J or ham and cheese sandwiches come to mind. While sandwiches certainly make for a nice school lunch, they are not your only option. Mix it up by fixing something different for your kids this school year. Make It A Wrap A quick and easy alternative to a sandwich is a wrap. Grab some tortillas and fix your child’s favorite…
