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    Get the Scoop on Those Sneaky Sugars

    Sugar is in fruits and vegetables and other foods that are part of a healthy diet, like dairy and grains. But there are also sneaky added sugars in many foods, including some you wouldn’t expect. It’s that added sugar you’...
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    Mindful Eating with Diabetes

    Learning to be more mindful can help us calmly think through situations. For people with diabetes, the values of mindfulness may even help them practice better self-care. What is mindfulness? It is being tuned in to your thoughts, feelings and body...
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  • Strawberry, Feta, Mint Salad

    Strawberry, Feta, Mint Salad

    Ingredients: Makes 9 Servings 2 1/2 cups English Cucumber, diced 1/4 cup Red Onion, julienned 2 lbs Strawberries, fresh quartered 1/2 cup Mint, fresh chopped 1/2 cup Parsley, fresh chopped 1/2 cup Feta, crumbled 1/4 cup Olive Oil 2 TBSP White Balsamic...
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  • Raspberry Honey Vinaigrette

    Raspberry Honey Vinaigrette

    Ingredients: Makes 21 Servings 1 TBSP Shallots, minced 1 TBSP Dijon Mustard 1 TBSP Parsley, chopped 2 TBSP, 2 teaspoon Honey 1 cup Raspberries 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Cloves, chopped 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 cup White Balsamic...
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    What Can You Do to Get Your Energy Back?

    Feel like the energy has just drained out of your body? Your habits and routine may be behind your fatigue. The good news is that you can make changes to beat some common energy zappers. And unless your lack of energy stems from an injury or health...
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  • Blueberry Coconut Quinoa Flax Bar

    Blueberry Coconut Quinoa Flax Bar

    Ingredients: Makes 12 servings 1/2 cup Quinoa, dry 1 cup Water 2 cups Quick-Cooking Oats, dry 2 TBSP Unsweetened Coconut, shredded 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder 1/4 cup Ground Flaxseed 1 1/2 cups Banana, mashed 3 ea Egg 3 TBSP Canola Oil 3 TBSP Lemon Juice...
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  • Blended Pork and Mushroom Vietnamese Meatballs

    Blended Pork and Mushroom Vietnamese Meatballs

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings: 1/4 cup Sugar 1/4 cup Water 3 TBSP Canola Oil 3/4 lbs Oyster Mushrooms, diced 1 lb Button Mushrooms, chopped 1 TBSP Garlic Coves, minced 1/4 cup Shallots, minced 3 TBSP Lemongrass, minced 1 1/2 lbs Ground Pork 2 TBSP...
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    What Does Your Thyroid Do?

    Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck that makes and releases certain hormones. Its main job is to control your metabolism, which is how your body uses energy. Sometimes the thyroid doesn’t work as it should.....
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  • Raspberry Lime Electrolyte Drink

    Raspberry Lime Electrolyte Drink

    Ingredients: Makes 10 servings 3/4 tsp Salt 1/2 cup Sugar 3 cups Water 6 cups Raspberries 3 TBSP Lime Juice 10 cups Water 10 ea Lime Wedges Directions: In a pot, combine salt, sugar and water. Heat until sugar and salt are dissolved. Combine...
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  • Blended Chicken Mushroom Tinga

    Blended Chicken Mushroom Tinga

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings King Oyster Mushrooms: 1 1/4 lbs Oyster Mushrooms 2 TBSP Canola Oil 2 TBSP Chipotle Peppers, canned, minced 3/4 tsp Salt 2 TBSP Lime Juice 2 TBSP Cilantro, chopped Chicken Tinga Taco Filling: 1 tsp Chili Powder, divided...
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    Inflammaging: 5 Ways to Reduce Inflammation as You Age

    When it comes to our long-term health, it’s important to know about inflammation and its effects. As we age, all of us develop some inflammation. The key to healthier aging is to be aware of it and keep it under control. Short-term inflammation....
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  • Soba Noodle, Kimchi, Cucumber Salad

    Soba Noodle, Kimchi, Cucumber Salad

    Ingredients: Makes 6 Servings 8 oz Soba Noodles, dry 1/4 tsp Salt 1 tbsp Lime Juice 2 tsp Orange Juice 1 1/4 tsp Sesame Oil 1 1/4 tsp Canola Oil 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds, toasted 1/2 cup Kimchi 2/3 cup English Cucumbers, diced Directions: Prepare...
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  • Buffalo, Blue Cheese Greek Yogurt Dip

    Buffalo, Blue Cheese Greek Yogurt Dip

    Ingredients: Makes 11 servings 1 cup Greek Yogurt, plain fat free 1/4 cup Blue Cheese Crumbles 2 Tbsp Parsley, chopped 2 tsp Buffalo Sauce Directions: Combine yogurt, blue cheese, parsley and buffalo sauce in a bowl. Stir until mixed. ...
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    Keep Your Brain and Body Healthy by MINDing What You Eat

    Healthy eating doesn’t need to be hard. You don’t have to spend a lot of time tracking your daily calories or buy special diet products. Just find a healthy approach to what you eat. One easy-to-follow eating plan — the MIND diet &m...
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  • Thai Turmeric Coconut Braised Chicken Meatballs

    Thai Turmeric Coconut Braised Chicken Meatballs

    Ingredients: Makes 4 servings 1 lb. Ground Chicken 1 Egg 1/3 cup Panko Breadcrumbs 3 tbsp Ginger Root, minced 3 tsp Garlic Cloves, minced 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt 2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth 1 1/2 tsp Lime Juice 1/2 tsp Lime Zest 2 tbsp Coconut Milk...
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