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Do You Know Your Beans?

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By: Jodie Shield, RD   Beans belong to the family of plants known as legumes, of which there are about two thousand varieties all over the world.  Beans are a key ingredient in many ethnic foods.  Hummus (pureed garbanzo beans mixed with seasonings) is a popular dish in the Middle ... more

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Healthy Children are a Family Affair

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  Parents are children’s biggest influences when it comes to healthy behaviors, so provide your kids with opportunities for family fun. You can help your children learn to make healthier food choices and engage in regular physical activity by being a good role model. Plan regular family activities together. Encourage ... more

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How to Stock a Healthy and Cool Kitchen

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  By: Jodie Shield, RD The next time the weather forecast predicts record highs, there’s no need to sweat.  A healthy and tasty dinner can be on your table in minutes.  Here are some staples to keep on hand for those hot summer nights.   Just use your imagination- – toss them together ... more

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Cool Tips for Healthy Summer Meals

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  By: Jodie Shield, RD If you can’t stand the heat . . . get out of the kitchen.  But your family’s hungry, so what do you do?  No sweat!  Cook-less summer meals can be ready in no time.  The following tips will help you get dinner on the table ... more

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Super Bowl Survival: Healthy Eating For Fans

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By: Jodie Shield, RD Even though my beloved Bears are not playing this Sunday, I LOVE the Super Bowl.  What  true football fan would dare miss  the season’s grand finale?  Not to mention the celebration party guaranteed to be filled with friends, fun and of course – food.  My family and I will ... more

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Cereal Rules as the Breakfast of Weight Loss Champions

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By: Jodie Shield, RD   Did you know that the “biggest losers” in terms of weight loss are breakfast eaters?  It’s true.  According to the National Weight Control Registry (www.nwcr.ws), a research group that studies how individuals have succeed at long-term weight loss, 78 percent of the 5000 people in ... more

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