Tag: healthy eating
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If You Prefer Preservative-Free Fruit Pouches, Mold Might Be a Concern
Get Pregnant Fast A recent recall of fruit pouches is reigniting concerns on social media. A well-known brand, FruitSqueeze, has initiated a voluntary recall of certain applesauce pouches due to “quality issues.” Residue from the production process was discovered in two pumps at one of their facilities, prompting the recall. Fortunately, there have been no…
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Why I’ll Never Embrace the Paleo Diet: A Love Affair with Bread
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: I’m not one to shy away from indulging in my favorite comfort foods. Sure, those jeans of mine might feel just a tad too tight, and that jiggly bit I didn’t notice before is making itself known. But every year (okay, multiple times a year), I find myself contemplating…
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Parents, It’s Time to Stop Bribing Your Kids to Eat Their Veggies
Get Pregnant Fast Getting children to consume their greens can be one of the most daunting tasks for parents. But would you ever consider incentivizing them with cash to munch on those carrots? Surprisingly, research suggests that this approach may actually yield results. A study conducted at Utah State University revealed that children were more…
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The Impact of Cooking Shows on Your Waistline
Get Pregnant Fast A recent study published in the journal Appetite shed light on a surprising correlation between cooking shows and body weight. Researchers surveyed 501 women aged 21-35, identified as the primary “nutritional gatekeepers” for their families, to understand where they sourced their meal ideas. The findings revealed that women who relied on cooking…
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Pre-K Teacher Criticizes Mom for Packing Oreos in Her Child’s Lunch
Get Pregnant Fast Every day, I prepare the same lunch for my pre-K child: a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a piece of fruit, some crackers, and a juice box. Do I consider it the epitome of health? Not exactly. But I know he’ll actually eat it, and that’s what really matters to me. I…
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The Ultimate Chicken Salad Recipe: A Must-Try Delight
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever had a strong aversion to certain foods? For me, it’s raw chicken. Once I handle that slippery, pink flesh, I find it nearly impossible to eat. However, there’s one exception to my rule: my homemade chicken salad. I might be biased, but it’s truly delicious! Today, I’m stepping into…
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5 Reasons Why My Partner is Way More Fun Than Me
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to our family dynamic, my partner and I embody the classic “opposites attract” scenario. I’m the sensible planner, while he’s the adventurous spirit, diving headfirst into chaos with our kids. Trust me, it’s not by design; we both prefer to go with the flow. However, when our first child…
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A Cautionary Note: Subway’s Chicken Isn’t Quite What You Think
Get Pregnant Fast When you think of fast-food options, a chicken sandwich from Subway may seem like a healthier choice. However, it’s time to rethink that decision. Recent investigations suggest that what you’re biting into may not be as chicken-y as you’d expect. A researcher named Alex Carter from Trent University in Ontario, Canada, conducted…
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The Everyday Trials and Unyielding Strength of a Child
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate the ups and downs of parenthood, I often think my challenges are daunting. However, they pale in comparison to the daily trials faced by my 6-year-old son, Max. Each morning, after an exhausting night of sleep that barely reaches 10 hours, he awakens to the emotionally devastating news that…
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Almond and Strawberry Salad: A Delightful Dish for Any Occasion
Get Pregnant Fast I have to admit, I’m usually pretty hesitant to dig into food at large potlucks. The thought of strangers whipping up dishes in kitchens I’m unfamiliar with gives me the heebie-jeebies. When I do take a plunge, I tend to stick with safer options like salads or dips that don’t require much…