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Planting for the Planet: Seven Herbs to Grow, Eat and Heal

Mar 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By April Thompson

Growing herbs at home has myriad benefits, enhancing health, boosting flavor and saving money while supporting local ecosystems. Home growing not only provides fresh herbs for cooking needs, but also offers access to easy and affordable natural remedies that can soothe common ailments.

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Turmeric Eggs

Mar 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Sauté onions and tomatoes in ghee until soft. Add in spices and adjust to taste. Crack 5 to 8 eggs, add them to the sauté and cover. Wait until the yolk and whites are almost set and stir. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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Plant-Based Milk Alternatives: Benefits for People and the Planet

Feb 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Carrie Jackson

“Plant-based dairy is now more than 15 percent of the milk industry,” says Elysabeth Alfano, co-founder and CEO of VegTech Invest, a firm that manages the first exchange-traded fund dedicated to plant-based companies.

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Chef AJ’s Caramel Blondies

Feb 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Once the blondies are completely cool, frost with the chilled frosting. Sprinkling the cookies with reduced-fat shredded coconut is optional. Chill and cut into bars.

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No-Bake Pumpkin Dairy-Free Cheesecake

Feb 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

In the food processor, grind the graham crackers until they are as fine as possible. Add the coconut oil and pulse to combine. Transfer the mixture to an 8-inch springform pan and firmly press into an even layer, bringing the mixture about 1 inch up the sides of pan.

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The Power of Mushrooms: Nutrition, Benefits and Risks of Edible Mushrooms

Feb 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Ocean Robbins

Mushrooms are members of the fungi kingdom and are not the same as plants. In fact, fungi are more closely related to animals than plants; like us, they don’t photosynthesize.

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Chef AJ’s Popeye’s Perfection

Feb 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Place the water or nondairy milk and the sun-dried tomatoes in a high-powered blender and process until dissolved. Add the spinach, shallot and date and process again until smooth.

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Thyroid-Friendly Eating: How to Treat Hypothyroidism With Food

Jan 02, 2024 06:00AM ● By Veronica Hinke

According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly five in 100 Americans suffer from hypothyroidism, which occurs when the body does not produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormones.

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Roasted Beet and Pistachio Salad

Jan 02, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Preheat the oven to 350º F. In a medium bowl, toss the beets with the garlic and a mist of oil. Pour into a baking dish and lightly cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes or until the beets are tender. Let sit for 15 minutes until cool.

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Salmon and Roasted Veggie Salad

Jan 02, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Preheat the oven to 425º F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the carrot, cauliflower, broccoli and mushrooms to the baking sheet.

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Kiwi Chia Pudding

Jan 02, 2024 06:00AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Add the ingredients, except pistachios, to a blender and blend for one to two minutes until smooth. Pour into a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Garnish with chopped pistachios.

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Holiday Parties for Every Diet: How to Plan an Inclusive and Safe Feast

Dec 01, 2023 06:00AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, more than 17 percent of the adult population is on a special diet on any given day. Food Allergy Research and Education reports that 85 million Americans have life-threatening food allergies and intolerances.

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