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You’ll Never Believe Who is Malnourished

It’s official.   People throughout the world in developed countries are dying from a growing epidemic. People are suffering from malnutrition.   However, it’s not those gaunt, stick figure-like people with the protruding bellies you may be picturing.   Today’s malnourished people are actually overweight and obese. How can that be?   Well, the “food” many people […]

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I’m Guilty. I Almost Killed My…

I learned a such a profound lesson the other day when I just about killed my beautiful new hydrangeas.   Do you have a green thumb?   I love love love my plants and flowers, but I’m ashamed to say that sometimes I struggle with keeping them healthy (and sometimes even alive!).   I am […]

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10 Reasons You Should Eat Avocados

  While avocados are fruits that seem to be most popular in the summer to make guacamole, they are a staple in my home year-round.   They taste great, are incredibly versatile and even have incredible health benefits.  Check out why you need to make avocados a part of your diet.    Avocados taste great You […]

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My Top Trick for Quick, Easy and Healthy Meals

It’s dinner time! But it’s late and you want something quick and easy. My trick is to always have frozen foods available to pop in the oven or sautee in the stove. Yes, frozen.  And it makes life so much easier. First, when I cook regular meals, I often double or triple the size so I have […]