Berry Good
By Chelsea Fisher
If you’ve ever eaten a fresh cranberry or tasted pure cranberry juice (the kind without added sugar) you might have an idea of how strong...
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Healthy Veggie Sides for The Holidays
It’s all too easy to fill up on the heavy appetizers, fancy cocktails, and decadent dishes during the holidays. And while we definitely believe you should indulge a...
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Eating Strategies for The Single Survivor
Finding the motivation to cook meals for one can be a challenge. Most recipes yield 4-6 servings, so doing the math to reduce the servings down to 1-2...
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Eat to Beat the Summer Heat With Easy No-Cook Strategies!
Here at CFYL we’re all about getting into the kitchen and whipping up easy meals but sometimes in the summer it’s just too darn hot to cook! Unfortunately...
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Healthy Holidays: Thanksgiving
Besides connecting with friends and family, and giving thanks for all our bounty, food is a huge part of Thanksgiving. While it’s important to celebrate and enjoy all...
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Do You Need To Go Gluten-Free?
While necessary for those with certain health conditions such as celiac disease, cancer patients should not have to avoid gluten. In fact, some foods containing gluten offer health...
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Quick, Healthy Breakfast Tips
Recent studies have found that children and teenagers who skip breakfast have higher body fat than those who eat breakfast. And higher body fat can lead to serious...
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Eggplant
Known for its glossy purple skin, eggplant is often an unsung hero among vegetables. Rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it has a uniquely satisfying texture, making...
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Summer Squash
Throughout the summer and fall, farmer’s market stands and grocery bins alike are overflowing with summer squash of various sizes and shapes in beautiful hues of green and...
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Mint
In its several varieties, mint has been used as a respected folk medicine to aid digestion, relieve sore throats, treat headaches, colds, congestion – not to mention providing...
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Ropa Vieja Lite
Ropa Vieja, which translates to “old clothes” in English, is a national dish of Cuba but is also a popular dish in Puerto Rico, Panama, and other Caribbean...
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Pumping Up Your Iron Intake Without Supplements
When it comes to health, balance is essential. A balanced diet is critical because food provides us with our primary source of vitamins and nutrients – the pillars...