In 1919 when the flu killed 40 million people there was a kindly Doctor who tended to the many ill farmers to see if he could help them combat the flu. Many of the farmers and their families had contracted it and many were dying. The doctor was desperate to help his patients but felt
A Beautfiul Bag of Better Biscotti
Slice your way to an easy yet special gift with slice-and-bake cookies and a few well-placed slits in a bag. Complete with the colors of the holidays, this biscotti updates the old-fashioned fruitcake. What You Need: Printer paper Scissors Pencil 2 brown lunch sacks, or bag of choice* Cardboard Crafts knife Paintbrush Silver paint Thick
Christmas Cranberry Creation
Studies indicate that on a per-serving basis, cranberry juice, Cranberry Syrup, sweetened Dried Cranberries, cranberry sauce and cooked cranberries have comparable amounts of tannins. With anti-adhesion and antioxidant capabilities, cranberries have a dual-action health formula that most foods do not have. Since we decided to get the holiday spirit and do our best to share
Sensational Holiday Appetizers on the Fly
To prepare sensational holiday appetizers in a matter of minutes during the busy holiday cooking season, you may want to stock your pantry, refrigerator and freezer with the following items: Distinctive, wine-based Dijon mustard is a welcome party ingredient. Whether classic or country-style, mustard adds extra flavor to appetizers. It goes well with holiday cold
Prepare Nutritious Snacks at a Reasonable Cost
Snacks Americans, in general, like to have snacks and often substitute snacks for meals because snacks are quick and easy. How often the family has snacks is not as important, as how these foods help meet nutrient needs. Eating too many convenience-type snacks that are high in sugars, fat, and sodium can increase food costs
Quick Holiday Food Fixes
Holiday entertaining does not have to mean toiling away in the kitchen. Cheese, in a variety of forms, makes an easy appetizer or finger food. Cheese was mankind’s first and best fast food which has come, over time, to be called a “Food of the Gods”. Cheese Notes The calcium cheese provides not only helps
Best Food Buys for Cost AND Nutrition
Learn what the best buys are at your grocery store to get the best price and the most nutritional benefits from the foods you purchase. Breads and Grains Look for bargains on day-old bread and bakery products. Buy regular rice, oatmeal, and grits instead of the instant and flavored types. Try whole-grain bread and brown
A Chocolate “High”?
Can chocolate create the same high as opium? Links have been found between obese people and drug addicts. Chocolate has an effect on the brain similar to opium, according to a study that found amazing comparisons between obese people and drug addicts. In the study, a natural brain chemical called enkephalin – an endorphin with
Ground Beef Safety
Outbreaks of E. coli in America sicken people and are often linked to deaths, health officials say. Scary thing to think simply eating a burger could be so serious. A little knowledge and consistent practice of sensible safety measures can avoid this calamity. Also note that you should always, ALWAYS avoid imported meats for safety
125 Ways to Save on Food – Friday Freebie
125 Ways to Save on Food Friday Freebie: We’ve made this into a nice PDF document for you to download. Feel free to share – but leave intact, please! We’ve also posted the list because we know some just don’t care to download. We hope you find the tips useful! Friday Freebie Plan 1. Take
