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Got leftover holiday tofurky or turkey? To turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into an innovative meal with this delicious sandwich recipe. Leftover Turkey Sandwich After a great feast our family is usually tired of the big meals. A sandwich is always a refreshing change. Reuben sandwiches are a family favorite. Usually these sandwiches are served hot…
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Got a ton of leftover food from Thanksgiving? Don’t know what to do with it? Try revamping your previous meal into a whole new creation with tasty Thanksgiving sandwich, crescent roll, and quesadilla recipes. To make these recipes you’ll need additional ingredients, such as bread, mayo, and cheese. But the main features are the leftovers:…
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Thanksgiving has become synonymous turkey dinners. According to the National Turkey Foundation, 46 million turkeys are prepared on Thanksgiving and nearly 88 percent of all Americans will have turkey on their plates this year. But is it time that we rethink this Thanksgiving tradition? Cruelty Free Thanksgiving People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)…
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Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to come together. It’s also a time in which extra pounds sneak up on us. According to the American Council on Exercise (ACE), we consume an average of 3,000 calories and 229 grams of fat during the course of a Thanksgiving meal. If you include earlier snacks…
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Here are some healing superfoods that you should have in your diet on a daily basis if possible. Food is a natural medicine for your mind and body and it’s National Nutrition Month. We thought it would be a good time to share some of the invaluable information amassed about nutrition. These foods work as…
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Do you eat more when you’re feeling stressed? Do you eat to feel better hoping to calm yourself when you’re sad or anxious? Stress, isolation, and sadness are often sources of emotional eating (also known as compulsive eating). Tips for Emotional Eating Disorders Triggers. Begin by identifying your triggers. Do you eat late at night,…
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Pills aren’t the only way to deal with pain. Home remedies like hot water bottles and warm tea are known to work wonders on migraines and aching joints. But, did you know that eating certain foods for pain relief can help you feel better? For tasty pain relief, there are some key nutrients that you’ll…
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Large meal portions and extra servings can affect our waistline, our wallets and the fate of our planet. But, why exactly do we overeat? Why We Overeat Studies show that certain foods (especially sweets and fatty foods) have a drug-like effect, causing a pleasure sensation in the brain. Eating too much of these foods can “cause…
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Cocoa, known as “god food,” has been beloved by civilizations for centuries. It was considered an aphrodisiac and today, it’s consumed in large amounts. In fact, the average American eats about 9.5 pounds of chocolate each year. And this delicious dessert, when eaten in moderation, can have health benefits. Types of Chocolate While modern chocolate…
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Celebrate autumn by making treats with the season’s most popular harvest: apples! Caramel apple snacks make a great party favor and this fun recipe will be perfect for family get-togethers or mini-parties with friends and neighbors. Apples are not only delicious; they’re also great for your health. Apples are a great source of dietary fiber…
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