5 Summer Essentials for Kids (and Their Parents)
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Preventative Health
5 Summer Essentials for Kids (and Their Parents)
The only thing better than summertime is being a kid in the summertime. Whether you’re living the life at camp, making daily schleps to the town pool, or on a carefree staycation with the neighborhood kids, summertime and childhood are practically synonymous with happiness. To ensure that your kiddos stay healthy, safe, and happy this summer, first, avoid the Sneaky Snack Effect, which can get out of control in the summer months. In addition, we’ve…
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Science & Health
Power Couples
Some classic food pairings go well together based on flavor, texture, or even color. Think brie and strawberries, steak and potatoes, or even peanut butter and jelly. But other, equally delicious combos work a biochemical magic together to boost each ingredient’s natural nutrients. Rice and beans, for instance, not only have a rich history in ancient culinary practices, but they are also complementary proteins. When rice and beans eaten together, they provide all nine essential…
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Healthy Diet
Easy, Healthy, Weeknight Dinners, Solved. Part II: Grocery Shopping
Now that you are armed with a meal plan, you are ready to head to the store! Well, almost. Part II of our three-part series on easy weeknight dinners will prepare you for making the most of—and spending the least during—the grocery trip. The key to efficient and cost-effective grocery shopping is the list. A thought-out list will not only reduce those expensive impulse purchases, but it will also ensure that you’re buying what you need at…