Athletes use visualization to help them mentally rehearse and prepare for competition. Now “if you see it, you can achieve it” might be the mantra when it comes to weight loss as well. WHY VISUALIZATION WORKS Visualization has been shown to be effective for improving goal-related behavior. If people utilize the powers of visualization, it can help translate their intentions — such as taking smaller portions at dinner — into action,…
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Confetti Soup
Makes: 6 Servings Total Cost:$$ Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes This delicious recipe mixes together black-eyed peas, savory smoked turkey ham, fresh vegetables, and a secret ingredient, kale, to make up this warm, winter-wonder soup! Ingredients 1 3/4 teaspoons canola oil 3/4 cup Fresh onions, peeled, diced 3/4 cup Fresh celery, diced 3/4 cup Fresh carrots, peeled, diced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon Whole fennel seed 1/8 teaspoon…
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10 Tips: Be a Healthy Role Model for Children
You are the most important influence on your child. You can do many things to help your children develop healthy eating habits for life. Offering a variety of foods helps children get the nutrients they need from every food group. They will also be more likely to try new foods and to like more foods. When children develop a taste for many types of foods, it’s easier to plan family…
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Brown Rice Pilaf with Sage, Walnuts, and Dried Fruit
Makes: 8 servings Total Cost:$ Dried fruit and sage combine to give this whole grain dish a flavor of fall, but you can enjoy it any time of the year! Ingredients 1 canola cooking spray (as needed) 1 onion (medium, chopped) 2 celery stalks (small, ends trimmed and chopped) 2 cups rice (brown, uncooked) 2 1/2 cups water 2 cups vegetable broth (fat-free, reduced sodium) 1/4 cup raisins (dark) 1/4 cup…
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Food Safety
CLEAN: Wash Hands and Surfaces Often Bacteria can be spread throughout the kitchen and get onto hands, cutting boards, utensils, counter tops, and food. Wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food and after using the bathroom or changing diapers. Wash your hands after playing with pets or visiting petting zoos. Wash your cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and counter tops…
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