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Categories: farmer's market, grocery coupons, healthy eating, news » [23 Sep 2009 | No Comment | 917 views]
Healthy Coupons

I like coupons and whenever I can use them I do. But I stick primarily to a palio diet so mostly eat fruit, veggies and lean meat. And while you should always consult your physician before starting any new diet I have to say I have never looked or felt better in my life. The fat just melted away. But enough about my hot new body.
I have never seen coupons for Farmers’ Markets but what they are doing up in British Columbia is a brilliant idea. Not only are they …

Categories: Featured, food and drink » [17 Jul 2009 | One Comment | 22,929 views]
Watermelon Calories

The delicious watermelon is actually a member of the squash family (Cucurbitaceae) but is unique in its sweetness and juiciness. You will find them at your local market in different shapes and sizes: from red to yellow, striped and spotted rinds and weighing from a few pounds to big and heavy. Many grocery stores sell them pre-sliced and ready to eat.
Watermelon Calories and Nutrition
Watermelon is naturally low in calories but high in Vitamin A and C. It is an all-around healthy food. Serve it frequently as …

Categories: video » [22 May 2009 | No Comment | 1,122 views]
Chocolate, Cheese, Meat, and Sugar – Physically Addictive Foods

“Neal Barnard MD discusses the science behind food additions. Willpower is not to blame: chocolate, cheese, meat, and sugar release opiate-like substances. Dr. Barnard also discusses how industry, aided by government, exploits these natural cravings, pushing us to eat more and more unhealthy foods. A plant-based (vegan) diet is the solution to avoid many of these problems. Neal Barnard is the founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM).”

Categories: healthy eating, saving money » [7 Jan 2009 | No Comment | 1,612 views]
Watching Your Wallet, Waistline & Wellness With The Whole Deal(TM) at Whole Foods Market

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ — Whole Foods Market invites shoppers to check out The Whole Deal, available now in stores and at www.wholefoodsmarket.com/wholedeal. The latest quarterly value guide shares tried-and-true ways to cut costs but not corners when shopping for natural and organic groceries. It also delivers healthy ideas to help ensure New Year’s resolutions become long-term solutions. The Whole Deal recommends to those who are watching their wallets, waistlines and overall wellness to:

Categories: healthy eating, saving money, tips and tricks » [3 Jan 2009 | No Comment | 1,441 views]
Five Tips to Help Families Eat Right on a Budget in 2009

With a new year often comes a new resolution to eat better and make healthier choices. But as the economy continues to struggle, many parents are left wondering how to provide healthy food options while shopping on a budget. Although nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains, are often more costly than less healthful options, there are ways families can pull the purse strings tighter without compromising on nutrition.
“Even though many families will be shopping on a budget in the new year, nutrition doesn’t necessarily have to come …