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Go deeper with these carefully curated collections of fruit and veggie stories.

Low-Fat & Low-Calorie Dishes – July

5 Low-Fat/Low-Calorie Entrées & Side Dishes Vegetable Pasta w/Tomatoes. Hearty vegetables add flavor and texture to this one-dish wonder. Recipe: Vegeta…
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Healthy Entertaining – July

August 1, 2012 5 Healthy Appetizers Party Tray. Have a party tray of different vegetable choices such as carrots, celery, broccoli and cauliflower, and d…
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Healthy Menu Ideas for Summer: Menu 14

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…
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Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Sugar Apples

Sugar Apple Sundae. Skip the hassle of making homemade ice cream! Top your favorite low-fat frozen yogurt with sugar apple segments. Toast ‘em! Place appl…
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Summer’s Bounty … Zucchini

June 26, 2012   I love my summer vegetable garden. Tomatoes, eggplant, peppers and summer squash grow best during long, warm summer days. If you missed…
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Healthy Menu Ideas for Summer: Menu 13

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…
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Start the Day with Veggies

Does breakfast have to be cereal, milk and juice? Or eggs and toast? Many of us are used to a breakfast that contains grains, dairy, fruit, and eggs or meats.…
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My Love/Hate Relationship with Running

This week, I want to share with you my own personal challenge when it comes to exercise, specifically running.  My hope is that if you’re feeling fed up…
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Get a Leg Up with Legumes

When you think of vegetables, do beans come to mind? If you’re like most Americans, probably not. Most individuals consider legumes, such as dried beans and…
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