(ARA) – Food can make you healthier — if you make good choices. It can seem hard to make healthy food choices, particularly if you are on a budget and short on time. But there are some simple steps you can take to help you and your family eat healthier.

Build a Healthier Plate
Use a grocery list when shopping for food to help you choose more fresh vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Buy leaner meats (such as chicken, turkey, and lean cuts of pork or beef such as sirloin or chuck …

(NC)-If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to kick your health routine into high gear, consider this solution – drink a glass of pure fruit juice each day. While your schedule may not allow you the time for healthy meal planning, know that there are quick and healthy options that can fit into anyone’s day-to-day routine. One of the easiest ways to stay healthy and keep your energy up is opting for a natural and nutritious choice found in 100 per cent pure orange juice.
“Our bodies naturally crave …

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JACKSON, Miss., Dec 08, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — With rising food costs, many families are economizing on groceries but one thing they should not cut back on is nutrition. At about 25 cents per 8-ounce glass, on a gallon basis, milk offers more nutrients per penny than almost any other beverage option in the supermarket — providing key vitamins and minerals like …

Eating properly for health on a limited budget is always a challenge. One of the biggest money gobbling culprits is ready made processed and packaged foods and too many trips for fast food.
Although they’re quick neither of these ways are cost effective. When it comes to shopping on a shoestring and planning great tasting menus at home you’ll be surprised how well you can eat following these simple guidelines.

This is a great summer salad, leaving you refreshed even on the hottest days. For those who like to have a little protein with there salad, both grilled chicken or shrimp go well with this dish. Don’t let the number of items scare you, this is a simple recipe and well worth the extra time. Great for the family or summer parties.
Spinach Salad – Makes 1 salad
4 oz. Spinach – cleaned and stem removed
2 oz. Mango – peeled, seeded and diced into ?? pieces
2 oz. Papaya – peeled, seeded and diced into ?? …