May 8, 2018
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Raising the Bar: Beyond Avocado Toast

Avocado toast has got to be the trendiest meal around. Packed with good fat, fiber and vitamins and paired with whole-grain bread, it’s filling and healthy. Rather than the same combo every day, try some flavorful twists. Directions: Spinach, avocado and snap peas with Japanese Rice Seasoning: Layer spinach leaves on toast; then spread with half a mashed avocado. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon Japanese rice seasoning (made with bonito flakes, sesame and soy) over the avocado. Top with ¼ cup blanched or raw sugar snap peas. Asparagus, dill and sliced avocado: Slice ½ avocado onto toast; add blanched asparagus, chopped fresh […]
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May 1, 2018
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3 Ways To Pack a Sandwich Without the Gluten

Lose the bread and contain your ’wich between these nutrient-dense veggies for a healthy, gluten-free (but still portable!) option.    Butter lettuce Perfectly sized and shaped like a cup, butter lettuce’s delicate taste, sturdy leaves and soft texture ensure an excellent container for loose sandwich fillings, such as ground turkey, cheese, fresh sprouts or cooked quinoa. Bonus: Butter lettuce delivers ample vitamin K and vitamin A.    Portobello mushrooms Packed with potassium, fiber and even a bit of protein, portobellos can handle hefty sandwich items such as grilled chicken breast, sliced cheese and avocado. Place fillings between two mushroom caps […]
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May 1, 2018
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This Book Challenges Status Quo for Aging

Joe Coughlin, the director of the MIT Age Lab, wants to help companies unlock the world’s fastest-growing, most misunderstood market — aging Boomers. His new book, The Longevity Economy, describes how companies can prepare for the guaranteed — an aging world. By 2050, people over 65 will be more than 16.7% of the world’s population—and more than 25% of the populations of some European and Asian countries. Yet “less than 15 percent of companies have established any sort of strategies focused on older adults.” Meanwhile, older women in particular are projected by economists to have a huge influence on the […]
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May 1, 2018
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Top Holistic Tips for Clean Exfoliation

It’s no surprise that skin, the body’s largest organ, requires regular maintenance to be its healthiest—but what’s the secret to success? Exfoliating can create the foundation for a skin-nourishing natural beauty regimen. “Exfoliation is incredibly important for radiant, youthful-looking skin, and I find that women are either not exfoliating enough, or they’re exfoliating incorrectly and irritating or sensitizing their skin,” says Jolene Hart, a certified beauty and healthy coach and author of Eat Pretty (Chronicle, 2014). When done properly, the process removes dead skin cells and supports healthy circulation. But the products you choose—and how often you use them—are key […]
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May 1, 2018
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What Can Mushroom Supplements Do?

Neither fish nor foul, not animal nor even technically a plant, mushrooms occupy a nether-region of life, with tantalizing health benefits such as better athletic performance and even, perhaps, an answer to cancer. Mushrooms are much more than just stir-fry fodder. Mushroom compounds called polysaccharides have been studied for decades for improving immunity. Beta-glucans in mushrooms have been proposed to act as “biological response modifiers,” based on their effects on the immune system. This means that they don’t so much stimulate the immune system as they simply make it work better. Want more mushroom magic? A few years ago a […]
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April 24, 2018
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Mistakes? 9 Secrets To a Successful Future

Have you ever felt like the super-successful are just incredibly lucky? Why do some people catch all the breaks, get promoted, seem happier and healthier? What is standing between you and your wildest dreams? The Book of Mistakes will take you on an inspiring journey, following an ancient manuscript with powerful lessons that will transform your life. In this self-help tale, written by accomplished CEO Skip Prichard, you’ll learn the nine mistakes that prevent many from achieving their goals. You’ll learn how to overcome these hurdles and reinvent your life. This success parable is packed with wisdom that will help […]
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April 20, 2018
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Orzo Salad ‘Lambs’ It Up!

To make this dish gluten free, use gluten-free bread crumbs in the meatballs and swap in quinoa for the orzo. Herbed Lamb Meatballs with Orzo Salad Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, peeled ½ cup packed flat-leaf parsley leaves 2 Tbs. fresh mint leaves 1 Tbs. fresh oregano leaves 1 tsp. ground cumin ½ tsp. salt ⅛ tsp. ground pepper 1 pound ground lamb ½ cup bread crumbs 1 egg 8 ounces orzo pasta 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 1 small cucumber, sliced ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbs. olive oil ½ cup crumbled feta cheese FOR THE LEMON-PARSLEY YOGURT SAUCE: […]
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April 18, 2018
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Tilapia Goes Green With Dill and Baby Kale

Tilapia is a delicious fish that pairs well with seasonings and flavorful ingredients.  Dill has been used for culinary and medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. It’s strong, tangy, appetizing flavor is perfect for this recipe. Among its many health benefits, dill is also known for its ability to boost digestion. When paired with garlic and kale, dill adds just the right touch of excitement to this dish. Squeeze additional lemon over the fish just before serving. Delicious with rice or quinoa. Roasted Tilapia with Dill and Garlicky Baby Kale Ingredients: 2 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled Zest and […]
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