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by RYAN MILEJCZAK  The health benefits of eating fish are well known. It provides low-fat, high quality protein that’s loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids and other essential nutrients, making it an excellent food for promoting heart health. Unfortunately, fish can be a bit of an acquired taste. If you’re reading this, you might be one […]

by RYAN MILEJCZAK It’s a new year, and that means starting things off on the right foot with plenty of energy. One of the most important aspects of keeping your energy level up is eating the right foods. While all food does technically give you energy, some foods are better than others when it comes

4 Holiday Drinks to Get You In the Festive Spirit (Without the Booze) by RYAN MILEJCZAK One of the best parts of the holidays is enjoying all the delicious food and drinks. But many of the most popular holiday drinks are alcoholic. Delicious as these are, if you’re abstaining from alcohol or simply trying to

by RYAN MILEJCZAK Veggies are an important part of any diet, but for diabetics, they’re especially important. Experts recommend filling half of every plate or bowl with non-starchy vegetables for good health.  Some veggies are especially beneficial for diabetics. Some examples include: Let’s take a look at 3 delicious recipes with these great diabetes-friendly veggies. 

by RYAN MILEJCZAKFall is just around the corner, and that means soon it will be time for more comfortabletemperatures, the joy of Halloween, and, most exciting of all, the arrival of delicious pumpkinspice treats. But for health-conscious folks, the temptation of pumpkin spice can cause someinternal conflicts. It does account for some of the most

Give Your Kids Permission to Veg Out by CAROL CORLEY It’s always a challenge to get children to eat foods that are good for them, like vegetables. Of course, it helps to start with foods that youngsters already tend to like — like carrots, peas, broccoli, cauliflower, bell peppers, cucumbers, celery, corn, cherry tomatoes, and

Make Lunches Your Kids Will Look Forward To by RYAN MILEJCZAK Sometimes, packing your kids’ school lunches can be a struggle. Ham sandwiches and PB&Js may be easy options, but they might not get your kids excited about lunch. Thankfully, with our helpful tips and some recipe inspiration, packing lunches your kids can look forward

Easy Leafy Greens Fit for Stifling Summers by CAROL CORLEY In the heat of a Central Florida summer, sometimes the thought of cooking or eating a hot meal is not appealing. Fortunately, there are lots of options for a cool, refreshing dinner. All it takes is a protein, some healthy fruits and vegetables, and a

by CAROL CORLEY We think of grilling as quintessentially American. Fire up the coals in the grill, place the meat on the cooking grates, and welcome friends and neighbors who are bringing side dishes to share. Dad is the cook, of course. Grilling dates to the Paleolithic era, according to food52.com. That takes it back

by CAROL CORLEY As spring moves toward summer, and the temperatures remain in the mid- to high 90s, we tend to look for ways to stay cool. Drinking a lot of water is always important. But what about treats? Frozen sweet treats sound like a wonderful way to cool off, except for all that sugar