Another hot day, another day for no-cook meals. Although I’m not a huge sandwich fan, this weather calls for things that don’t require cooking, and most sandwiches fill the bill. Cold sandwiches Sandwiches don’t have to be boring, and they don’t have to be deli meats slapped between a couple of pieces of gooshy bread. […]
Entries Tagged as 'Healthy eating'
No-cook meals 2: sandwiches, soups
August 9th, 2007 · Comments Off on No-cook meals 2: sandwiches, soups · Food preparation, Healthy eating, local food, recipes
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No-cook meals best in summer heat
August 8th, 2007 · Comments Off on No-cook meals best in summer heat · Food preparation, Healthy eating, local food, recipes
When it’s too hot to cook but not to eat, no-cook meals fill the bill. Here are ideas for main-dish salads, and tomorrow we’ll have ideas for no-cook sandwiches and soups.
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Fish oil: It’s good for what ails you—maybe
July 15th, 2007 · Comments Off on Fish oil: It’s good for what ails you—maybe · Environment, Healthy eating, Research
Fish oil provides important health benefits, including for heart disease and high blood pressure, but research isn’t definitive for all the claims. This article provides resources for you to see for yourself what the evidence is for these and other ailments, including depression, dementia, arthritis and asthma. Numerous links are provided.
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Call me weird, but I love beets
July 12th, 2007 · 10 Comments · Food preparation, Healthy eating, local food, recipes
Although many people snub them, beautiful beets are delicious when freshly and thoughtfully prepared. Here we share beet recipes for Pickled Beets, Beets and Blue Cheese Salad, and Lemony Beets. Even beet haters will like-or at least eat-these combinations.
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Online petition boosts organic methods in farm bill
July 11th, 2007 · 2 Comments · Environment, Farm Bill, Healthy eating, local food
The Environmental Working Group has provided an easy way to let Congress know that you want them to give organic growers a fair shake in the farm bill.
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It’s time to speak up now for a better farm bill—and better food
July 7th, 2007 · Comments Off on It’s time to speak up now for a better farm bill—and better food · Environment, Farm Bill, General, Healthy eating, local food
U.S. Agriculture Committee will vote the week of July 16 on the proposed farm bill and any amendments to it. The people who want healthy food and healthy farm practices, including sustainable agriculture, conservation and local food programs, need to contact committee members now. Link provides information on issues and how to contact Congress.
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