Making Diet Decisions During A Pandemic

(NAPSI)—Dreadful as the pandemic has been, for some people it has meant a positive health change. Three in 10 Americans made a major change to their diet during this time, according to new …

Build Simple Breakfasts to Fuel Your Family

To help boost you and your family’s immunity, try focusing on protein- and fiber-packed morning meals that are low in sugar.

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Easy Sweetpotato Minestrone Soup—California Style

(NAPSI)—Everyone needs delicious recipes with heaping servings of veggies. Whether you’re thinking about overall health or trying to lose a few pounds, maintaining a balanced diet throughout the …

This Heart Month, Pledge to Help Your Heart with These 3 Fitness Tips

(NewsUSA) - It's Heart Month and a good time to have a little heart-to-heart with yourself about the health of your ticker. Heart disease is one of the deadliest diseases in the nation, but the good …

A Surprising Assistant

(NAPSI)—Here’s a hot tip: Most baking enthusiasts may not realize it, but turning out great baked goods can be easier with a quality kitchen appliance that’s NOT the stove. It’s the sink. …

Easy Fish Friday options for kids and adults

(BPT) - Fish Friday is an important part of Lent, and if you honor this tradition, you’re probably looking to add something different to the menu. At the same time, you’re probably not …

Better-for-You Family Breakfasts

Making sure your family members get a nutritious start to the day is an important job, and by focusing on a few wholesome ingredients, such as real milk, simple and healthful dishes can quickly become family favorites.

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A Fresh Twist on Fajitas to Support Family Nutrition

Gather fresh onions and bell peppers to mix with earthy, wholesome mushrooms as the heart of this plant-forward dish.

The Busy Family’s Holiday Hacks: Stress-Busting Tips to Help You Get Through the Season

(BPT) - The holidays are right around the corner which means more to-do’s and less time to do them in. With all the planning and stressing, don't let mealtime inspiration suffer and cooking fatigue set in! This holiday season, whether you have a houseful or a handful, Lauren Barth shares tips to make meal-planning less stressful, more joyous and downright hassle-free.

A Protein Twist for Tasty Family Meals

Add excitement to the weekly menu with a recipe like these Crunchy Buffalo Baked Veal Cutlet Sandwiches, which offers the classic combination of Buffalo sauce and blue cheese in a dish that requires less than an hour in the kitchen.

Why eggs are an important first food for children

(BPT) - Trying to decide what first foods to feed your baby? Second-generation egg farmer Ross Dean knew that eggs would be one of his son's first foods once he was old enough to start eating solid foods.

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A Show-Stopping Strawberry Snack (Culinary.net) This recipe for Chocolate Coated Strawberry Treats is not only fun to make, but will give you that perfect little snack you have been longing for.

A Plant-Forward Twist on Taco Night (Family Features) Spice up your favorite taco dishes by making walnuts the star ingredient. Nutty and full of flavor, "walnut meat" turns taco recipes into plant-forward options.

Pop Up a Celebratory Snack (Family Features) October is National Popcorn Poppin' Month. With so many different ways to eat it - plain, buttery or loaded with goodies like these Toffee Almond Chocolate Popcorn or Churro Popcorn versions - popcorn fits many moods and occasions.

Better School Days Ahead with Egg-Powered Recipes (Family Features) From a wide variety of breakfast options for even the pickiest of eaters to a nearly limitless menu of lunches, eggs keep kids full and energized to conquer each school day. Try these easy recipes that support eye health, brain health and nutrient absorption, and are easy to prepare ahead of time.

Nutritious Fall Meals (Family Features) Recipes like Grilled Turkey Club with Orange Juice-Infused Aioli or Orange Cream Smoothies can help you feel good about incorporating a beverage with essential vitamins and minerals, nutrients for immune system support and no added sugars.

A Traditional Breakfast with a Twist (Culinary.net) Kids can be picky when it comes to breakfast foods, but this recipe for Sausage Fresh Toast Roll-Ups is a quick and easy way to fill their bellies with a taste of several flavors they may already love.

Snacking Made Simple (Culinary.net) For snack times that call for deliciously divine flavor, try these Almond Butter Grape Bites instead.

A Splendid Smoothie (Culinary.net) This Blueberry Banana Smoothie is simple with just a couple basic directions and gives you the energy you need to finish out your day strong.

Quick, Nutritious Dishes to Enjoy Dairy Without the Discomfort (Family Features) These easy-to-make meals offer lactose intolerance-friendly options for families seeking to keep milk on the menu. Because they all require an hour or less in the kitchen, they provide quick solutions for those hectic schedules without sacrificing taste or nutrition.

Go for Grapes as a Smart Choice for Health and Wellness (Family Features) The importance of health and wellness is top of mind for many people. There are many contributing factors to wellness such as diet, physical activity, social engagement and genetics.

Winter is coming, are you ready for cuffing season? (BPT) - It’s that time of year when the leaves change color, the days begin to get a little shorter, sweater weather commences and the desire to hibernate with a winter fling sets in. Cuffing …

4 Sustainable Ways to Celebrate World Food Day (BPT) - Just on the horizon is this year’s World Food Day (October 16), which provides us with the perfect opportunity to commit to a more sustainable lifestyle while making a stand against the …

Simplify mornings with easy, nutrient-packed foods and beverages (BPT) - It's a classic dilemma: Kids want breakfast foods that taste good to them, but their choices are often low in nutritional value. Parents want to give kids breakfast options that offer the …

5 tips to help protect the great outdoors as more people enjoy time outside (BPT) - Over the past 18 months, Americans coping with the upheaval of the pandemic retreated to the great outdoors in record numbers. According to the Outdoor Industry Association, 7.1 million more …

Consumers, media and farmers discuss sustainability, transparency and giving farmers a voice (BPT) - On a hot and humid evening in July, two farmers finished up their long day in the field, five national media journalists took a break from impending deadlines and two dietitians wrapped up …

Top 5 trends bringing animation to life (BPT) - Thanks to new technology, animation is evolving at lightspeed. From High Dynamic Range imaging and faster internet speeds to software that brings 3D capability and Virtual Reality to their …

Food is like a house: Breaking down exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) and the importance of nutrition (BPT) - Digestive diseases affect between 60 and 70 million Americans each year. Good nutrition becomes critical for people living with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions, like exocrine pancreatic …

New study: 2 out of 3 prioritize eating quality breakfast (BPT) - For the past 18 months, Americans have been spending more time at home, a trend that has impacted breakfast attitudes and behaviors. A recent study evaluated how 1000 employed Americans feel …

Did you know backyard chickens love music and games? (BPT) - If you have backyard chickens, you understand that your feathered friends provide more than just a steady supply of fresh eggs. Backyard chickens become part of your family and giving them …

This October, shop little labels making a big impact (BPT) - You have probably seen a variety of certifications on food products when shopping at the grocery store, like the Fairtrade Mark, or the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) blue fish and/or the …

The Taste Of Fall—You Can Share With Your Dog (NAPSI)—Now is the time for all things pumpkin: From pumpkin spice lattes and candles to pumpkin patches and carving, there’s something pumpkin for everyone—including your four-legged friends. …

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Controlling Seasonal Diseases In Cattle (NAPSI)—Here’s something cattle ranchers know: Each season brings with it different health challenges for their livestock, from respiratory diseases to eye and foot infections, to enteric and …

Tips For Shedding Those Pandemic Pounds (NAPSI)—Living may be easier during the warmer weather seasons but that doesn’t mean your wellness goals should be swept under the rug. To help, GOLO, the pioneering wellness solutions company, …

Celebrate California Avocado Month With A Summer Favorite Reimagined (NAPSI)—California summers are filled with warm nights, trips to the coast and an abundance of fresh, local produce, like delicious California avocados, which add dynamic flavor and texture to your …

Grocers Rely On Robots And Data To Improve Shoppers’ In-Store Experience (NAPSI)—Autonomous robots are becoming a familiar sight for grocery shoppers as they roam store aisles scanning shelves for missing, mispriced or misplaced products. Along the way, they collect and …

What You Need To Know Before Buying Plants Or Seeds From Overseas (NAPSI)—Online shopping and e-commerce have opened new doors for gardening enthusiasts, offering unprecedented access to rare and exotic plants and seed products from around the world at the click …

This Spring Promises an Abundant and Flavorful California Avocado Season (NAPSI)—Springtime in California brings a plethora of vibrant, local ingredients, including fresh California avocados, for home and professional chefs alike to elevate their seasonal dishes. This …

Twice-Baked California Sweetpotatoes (NAPSI)—Trying to incorporate more healthy foods into your cooking repertoire? Think California Sweetpotatoes. Nutritious and delicious, California Sweetpotatoes are filled with plenty of vitamins …

5 Tips To Save Time (And Sanity) This Holiday Season (NAPSI)—Doesn’t it seem like the most wonderful time of the year is actually the most stressful time of the year? Add to that a global pandemic, virtual schooling and working from home and it may …