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Beet Envy

There is something about the New Year that has me in the mood for pickled beets. Now that they are in season, here is an easy, delicious recipe for them.

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Pumpkin is a ubiquitous part of the American fall season—which is understandable, considering that it’s indigenous to this part of the world. The Native Americans used it as both a food and a medicine. The first settlers from Europe added it to their diets and then some of them helped spread it to the rest [...]

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Date Night!

Fresh, ripe dates are juicy and sweet, with a crisp skin. Here are some easy recipes to help you enjoy the special qualities of fresh dates.

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Is Salt Worth Its Salt?

Salt has earned a bad reputation in recent years, so it may comes as a surprise to hear this ancient seasoning is actually crucial for good health. Humans are made up of about 72% water and 28% mineral salts. As such, there are two oceans of water in the body; one ocean is held inside [...]

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High-Energy Raw Breakfast Bowl

We like a hearty, high-protein breakfast after working out and doing morning chores, but lately, perhaps due to the change of season, I haven’t wanted to make or eat anything too elaborate. One recent morning, torn between an empty fridge and an empty belly, out of sheer necessity, I stumbled on a new way of making [...]

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