May 20 2012
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May 20 2012
Women: Life-changing tips for better health and energy

(ARA) – Moms, career women, singles enjoying life with close friends and family, and even women approaching their retirement years – women at every life stage can benefit from adding simple activities to improve their happiness and health. Activities can range from enjoying a delicious breakfast to incorporating a cardiovascular workout to limbering up and [...]
May 20 2012
How to make your salad the life of the summer party

(ARA) – As summer approaches, you’re more inclined to opt for fresher foods and simpler meals. But lighter fare doesn’t mean a boring bed of lettuce. There are plenty of delicious ways to get creative with your leafy greens, making your salad the star of the cookout. Here are a few tips to make your [...]
May 20 2012
Set the scene – and the table – for a perfect summer party

(ARA) – Simply put, summer is entertaining season. Patio parties come together at the last minute and long-planned events fill up the calendar months in advance. But no matter whether you’re having an impromptu gathering or an invitation-only celebration, focusing on the flavors and sensory delights of summer will make your party a success, without [...]
May 13 2012
Keeping snacks light

(ARA) – Hunger pangs between breakfast, lunch and dinner can strike even those with the most nutritious meal regimens. In fact, snacking has increased in popularity; 97 percent of Americans snack daily, up from 71 percent four decades ago, according to a recent study from the Journal of Nutrition. That makes for a lot of [...]
May 13 2012
Up in smoke: Don’t let a grilling mishap ruin your cookout

(ARA) – What starts out as a fun summer evening with a few friends can quickly become a reminder that not paying attention while grilling can be dangerous. “Before I realized what had happened, I had burned my eyebrows, eyelashes and an inch of my hair all around my face,” recalls Laura Anderson, 25, of [...]
May 13 2012
Smart snacking that can boost your fitness routine

(ARA) – Eating right and exercising are the two most important elements of a healthy lifestyle. We hear it time and again that these simple principles hold more power than the latest fad diet, and for those who heed the advice, the proof is in the results. However, it’s not always easy to figure out [...]
May 13 2012
Healthy children’s options are now appearing on restaurant menus

(ARA) – Today’s youth might be the first generation of American children to be less healthy than their parents, with childhood obesity more than tripling in the past 30 years. What’s encouraging, however, is that this is a time of increased national focus on healthy eating – and it is going to take all stakeholders [...]
May 13 2012
Top tasty food trends that can benefit your family’s health

(ARA) – A visit to your local grocer provides thousands of food options, and it’s likely you’ve recently noticed an increase in the number of healthier choices, including organic offerings and expanded produce selections. But what are the next big things when it comes to healthy food? Here are some healthy food trends to look [...]
May 13 2012
School lunch fuels success for spring sports

(ARA) – Springtime packs a punch for students. Between tests, papers, school trips, extracurricular performances and jobs, finding the energy for spring’s after-school sports is often a challenge. Time and energy are at a premium. Eating well can help ease the crush. While breakfast is often tapped as the most important meal of the day, [...]
