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Read article: Practice mindfulness while opening pomegranates
Practice mindfulness while opening pomegranates
Once (maybe twice) each winter, my rural grocery store will stock whole pomegranates. They are a highlight of my winter fruit picks because of their...
Read article: How food effects our mood
How food effects our mood
The shorter days this season can leave many people feeling the winter blues. It’s not uncommon to be in a sore mood when there’s less natural...
Read article: Is honey healthy?
Is honey healthy?
I get this question all the time: is honey healthier than granulated sugar? The answer is yes and no. Oh, don’t you hate this answer! However, the...
Read article: Baking soda vs. baking powder
Baking soda vs. baking powder
In the world of baking, there are two ingredients that every home baker must have: baking powder and baking soda. They look similar, they sound...

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SNAP-Education youth cooking classes develop skills helpful beyond the kitchen
Something special happens when people gather around the table to eat together. It is even more amazing when they gather around the table to learn to cook together. Local University of Illinois Extension Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program—Education staff partner with after school programs...
Give Your Holiday Cocktails a Healthy Twist
Holiday cocktails are a festive treat, but they can also pack a surprising calorie punch. By making a few simple substitutions, you can enjoy your favorite drinks with far fewer calories:Instead of Sprite (148 calories), mix with club soda (0 calories): Calories...
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Learn practical tips to make sourdough bread
URBANA, Ill. — Baking sourdough bread can be a rewarding but sometimes tricky process. Success lies in knowing the essential ingredients, preparation techniques, and baking methods that make it possible.Discover the mysteries behind turning essential ingredients, flour, water, and salt,...

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