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Are our smartphones afflicting us all with symptoms of ADHD? A common sight: smartphones at mealtime. Phones at dinner via shutterstock.com Kostadin Kushlev, University of Virginia When was the last time you opened your laptop midconversation or brought your desktop computer to the dinner table? Ridiculous, right? But if you are […]
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Creative Leftovers, did you know that up to 40% of food grown, processed and transported in the U.S. will never be eaten? On average, 44% of Americans have found items in the refrigerator they didn’t realize they had. It makes sense to get smarter about how to use leftovers. Think […]
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Give a Treat with a Kid-Friendly Sweet (Family Features) Letting kids get hands-on in the kitchen is an easy way to keep them busy while teaching important life skills. Planning for delicious snacks children can make all on their own (or with minimal assistance) makes for a winning solution, and […]
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Kid-Friendly Creativity in the Kitchen (Family Features) While so many families spend more time at home than normal, many may be seeking ways to increase fun and activity, especially for children. One way to increase engagement while teaching lifelong lessons is to head to the kitchen for a learning exercise […]
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Flavor Fusion Update summer classics with Asian-inspired flair A distinctive and unexpected ingredient like rice vinegar is an easy way to bring faraway flavors to your favorite summer dishes. This pantry staple adds an Asian-inspired flavor to recipes of all kinds, from marinades to high-end meals. Explore a new way […]
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How do food manufacturers pick those dates on their product packaging – and what do they mean? When does it all become dangerous to eat? Rich Johnstone, CC BY-NC-ND Londa Nwadike, Kansas State University No one wants to serve spoiled food to their families. Conversely, consumers don’t want to throw food […]
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Plan a Coastal Road Trip Excursion. If you’ve never traveled along the Pacific Coast, or maybe you’d just like to experience it from a new perspective, there are few things quite like a road trip to take in the sights and experiences that make the journey one to remember. (Family […]
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4 Tips for Planning a Summer Family Vacation As stay-at-home orders ease, many families are eager to get out of the house and hit the road for a summer trip. However, vacation will most likely look different this year as families looking to get away may stay closer to home […]
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Help Teens Manage Mental Strain (Family Features) COVID-19 may have begun as a physical health crisis, but like their parents, children, teens, and college students (or young adults) are likely to experience stress and anxiety caused by disruptions to school, work, and life. In fact, a survey conducted by the […]
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Serve a Sweet Treat (Culinary.net) Surprise your family with a dessert fit for the season. This Carrot Cake recipe is a traditional take on the timeless treat and created using everyday ingredients. Find more dessert inspiration at Culinary.net. Watch video to see how to make this recipe! Carrot Cake 2 […]
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Breaking bread comfort food consumption is on the rise. As families spend more time at home, Americans are finding comfort in a surprising source: bread. In fact, a 20-year trend of declining grain food consumption has been reversed. (Family Features) A national study by the Grain Food Foundation suggests that […]
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Family Fun with Fudgsicles. Planning snacks you can enjoy with your children is a winning parenting strategy for spending more time together while creating tasty treats. Take it a step further with a recipe like these Homemade Fudgsicles, which are an ideal example of an easy treat made with the […]
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Create summer moments with warm, sunny days are the perfect setting for making family memories, but they’re also ideal opportunities to encourage kids to get creative and let their imaginations soar. (Family Features) These ideas for summertime activities encourage family interaction, and the more kids get to help plan and […]
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Family foods with a weight loss focus, losing weight, and focusing on a healthful diet may lead you back to the same tried-and-true tricks, however, conventional wisdom doesn’t always pay dividends. Some eating plans may offer up new twists to help you and your family eat meals you enjoy without […]
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Meals made easy with household essentials. Constantly seeking out recipe-specific ingredients that may only be used once or twice can be a burden. Instead, keep your home stocked with necessities to simplify dinner prep with dishes made using common household staples. (Family Features) One perfect example: kinds of pasta. These […]
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Make a Commitment to More Family Meals Happy family meals are great for spending moments together with loved ones carry obvious benefits like time to catch up and opportunities to bond, but sharing meals actually provides definitive value for families. A study published in the “Journal of Nutrition Education and […]
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Black Voice – Black Stories: 3 literary treasures for summer As discussions surrounding race, continue to evolve across the nation, Black voices and stories can provide new perspectives for readers. Whether it’s an engaging fictional tale or a historical novel recounting a moment of American heroism, these books offer captivating […]
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Add Mexican Flair to Game Day Favorites Football season, for many people, is just as much about the food as it is about the action. No matter who’s playing and whether you’re at a tailgate or living room watch party, one thing is for sure: football and flavor go hand-in-hand. […]
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Sides for Entertaining. It’s about time for gathering family and friends for food and celebration. To make the process easier, incorporate recipes that can feed a crowd without lots of exotic, hard-to-find ingredients or long, laborious prep and cook times. These recipes for Hearty Roasted Vegetables featuring Aunt Nellie’s Whole […]
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Food Fit for the Family. As parents and kids navigate back-to-school routines and extracurricular activities, making healthy food choices is essential to keep everyone energized and engaged. When it comes to selecting snacks and preparing meals, keep it simple and stock up on foods that are easy to prep and […]
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An Easy Stylish Decorating Upgrade. A wall-mount door makes more room for fun. Fall is the perfect time to make space-saving upgrades to your house. For example, consider swapping out a traditional swinging door for a smooth-gliding, wall-mounted sliding door. A sliding door can add up to 14 square feet […]
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Family Favorites with a Blended Twist. If you are raising picky eaters, there’s a cooking technique that makes some of the kids’ favorite foods – like burgers and nachos – more nutritious while still tasting delicious. Mushrooms, with their inherent umami flavor, are a perfect addition to blending into meals […]
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Nutritious ideas for flavor-filled family meals Peanut-Powered protein great for a homemade meal may feel harder to come by these days, but recipes that are both nutritious and flavorful can help bring your loved ones together at the family table. From morning to night, these breakfast, dinner, side, and dessert […]
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