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Coming up with new ideas to keep the kids satisfied and entertained is no easy task. Chances are, they have a lot of energy, and you want to keep them running on the healthiest foods you can find. While kids are sometimes known for putting up a fight when it comes to eating healthy, our list of lunches might be creative enough to not only get them to eat their veggies but also help in the kitchen! Ants on a Log The concept of this yummy lunch is gross enough to intrigue your little ones. They will have fun setting...

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You're on the right track. You've been eating better and taking better control of your overall health. Now, building on that solid footing, you are looking at more potential whole food ingredients that could become regular staples in your kitchen. Try these 5 delicious whole food alternatives for pasta. You're bound to discover at least one new favourite! 1.) Eggplant Lasagna Fun fact: Eggplant is actually botanically classified as a berry. Most home chefs treat them as a vegetable. Prepare your eggplant lasagna by cutting that tasty nightshade into long, thin slices. Rub salt, pepper, garlic, and oil onto each slice...

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Healthy food, QualityFood, yogurt -

Yogurt is a nutritious and delicious way to improve the health of your digestive system, but it is all-too-often associated with the sweetened, fruit-filled yogurt marketed as a breakfast food. However, yogurt is an ancient food that is incredibly versatile. Here are some simple and delicious ways to get more yogurt into your diet. Reasons to Eat More Yogurt   Plain, unsweetened yogurt is an incredibly healthy food. Here are just some of the benefits of yogurt: Nutritious. Yogurt is high in protein, calcium, and vitamin D. Calcium and vitamin D work together to create strong bones and can help...

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Food storage is imperative in ensuring good health as well as in preventing food-related illnesses. Having said this, many people tend to store all types of foods in their fridges, forgetting that the chilling temperatures and conditions in there can negatively affect not only the nutrition, but also the taste of your favourite foods. For instance, cold air can break down antioxidants, and in the process, inhibit the ripening process of some fruits. Knowing which foods you should store in the refrigerator and those you should not is key in eating healthy and tasty foods. Here are the top six foods that...

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fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, Healthy food, nutrients, QualityFood, shelf life -

Many people are getting groceries less frequently than they did prior to the coronavirus pandemic. You can make the most of your grocery trips by choosing the produce with the longest shelf life. Here are nine fruits and vegetables that stay fresh for a long time.

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