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No-Waste Garden Edibles: Ways to Maximize Your Garden’s Bounty

Jul 31, 2020 06:30AM ● By April Thompson

How to get the most out of the fruits, vegetables and even flowers grown in your garden by discovering the edible parts of common backyard plants and incorporating them into healthy recipes.

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Beyond Factory Farms: ‘Big Meat’ Comes at High Cost

Jun 30, 2020 06:30AM ● By Melinda Hemmelgarn

The industrial factory farms that monopolize the livestock industry at great cost to the environment are getting a pushback from people and organizations exploring sustainable options.

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Outdoor Feasts: Inspired Picnics and Healthy Grills

Jun 30, 2020 06:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Whether firing up the backyard grill or having a picnic, these healthy, plant-based recipes are perfect outdoor meal ideas to savor this summer season.

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Feeding Happiness: Lifting Moods with Feel-Good Foods

May 29, 2020 06:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

During stressful times when our bodies need nutrition more than ever, turn to these healthy, mood-boosting comfort foods, including recipes for chocolate truffles and banana ice cream.

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Soul Nourishment: The Kitchen As Sacred Space

Apr 30, 2020 06:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Designating the kitchen as a practical sanctuary is conducive to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Honor the sacredness of food by making these healthy recipes at home.

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Flower Power: Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch

Mar 31, 2020 06:30AM ● By April Thompson

How to take flowers and other budding botanical elements to create flavorful beverages, including drink recipes using Ayurvedic herbs, dandelions, rose petals and more.

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The Roots of Good Health: Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

Feb 28, 2020 06:30AM

Discover the many benefits of adapting a plant-based diet lifestyle and how to best get started with the right flavorful foods.

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Meatless Makeover: A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

Feb 28, 2020 06:30AM

How to turn classic meat recipes into healthy, plant-based versions without losing any taste or texture including vegan popcorn chicken, walnut tacos and mushroom, sage and onion Wellington.

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A Feast for All Seasons: Embracing the Rainbow Year Round

Jan 31, 2020 06:30AM

Eating seasonally in winter can be easy with these healthy foods and plant-based, vegan recipes for Mixed Citrus Salad With Mâche, Fennel and Celery and Chard and Squash Salad.

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Gut Check: Feeding the Immune System

Dec 30, 2019 06:30AM

Nutrition is key in building up a strong immune system. How to foster healthy gut bacteria plus immune-boosting recipes for Creamy Turmeric Cauliflower Soup and Lentil Stew.

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