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Feb 26, 2021 Oven-Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Onions

Orignially Published: Nov 21, 2011 Just five ingredients, a little chopping, and one baking dish make this simple dish with complex flavors. It’s a great “go with” for pork loin, turkey, ham, or roasted chicken. Serves: 6 (1 cup each) Ingredients:4 medium peeled sweet potatoes, cut into 2–inch pieces (about 2 ¼ pounds)2 medium Oso […]

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Feb 26, 2021 Tuscan Chickpea Soup

Originially Published: Sep 29, 2011 It’s soup time. Whether or not you like chickpeas, you’ll enjoy this soup. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: Preparation: Nutrition information per serving:CALORIESs 373 (22% from fat); FAT 9.1g (sat 2.1 g, mono 4.5g, poly 1.6g); PROTEIN 15g; CARB 59.7 g; FIBER 11.4g; CHOL 5 mg; IRON 3.7mg; SODIUM 955mg; CALCIUM […]

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Feb 26, 2021 Zippy Beet Salad

Published: Aug 31, 2011 Servings: 5 Ingredients:• 1 pound fresh beets, peeled*• ¾ cup orange juice• ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger• ⅛ teaspoon salt• ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon• Generous dash of black pepper• Generous dash of ground cloves• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar• 1 medium sweet Vidalia onion, thinly sliced Preparation:Slice beets thinly, no more than ¼ […]

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Feb 26, 2021 Quinoa Summer Salad

Published: Aug 18, 2011 Quinoa Summer Salad is a delicious combination of the grain quinoa, combined with fresh, seasonal vegetables and herbs. Serve as a hearty and healthy side dish with a barbequed meal or as a main dish tossed with tofu, beef, chicken, or fish. Serves: 4 Ingredients:1 T olive oil2 T freshly squeezed […]

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Feb 26, 2021 Yogurt Marinated Chicken Kebabs

Originally Published: Aug 15, 2011 These tender chicken kebabs can be tucked into a pita, served on a salad, or served as is. Here they are prepared in an oven, but they can be grilled as well. Makes: 6 servingsIngredients:1 cup Greek yogurt¼ cup chopped fresh mint3 cloves garlic, minced1 small onion, minced2 Tbsp. lemon […]

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Feb 22, 2021 Drink More Water | 7 Helpful Tips

Originally Published: May 28, 2015 Do you find yourself not drinking as much water as you should? Our daily schedules are demanding and sometimes even life’s simplest routines seem to slip past us.  We understand!  Whether you’re on the job, raising a family, or at acac exercising, it is essential to take time for yourself and drink water. […]

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Feb 19, 2021 Exercise for Older Adults

Originally Published: Apr 02, 2020 Exercise not only helps you live longer—it helps you live better. Exercise has been proven to not just improve the quality of life; it also can ward off disease, elevate mood, and enhance everyday activities for every population, even more so in older demographics. As the body ages, its physical […]

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Feb 19, 2021 5 Health Benefits of Sweat

Originally Published: Jul 19, 2017 As fitness lovers, we know that a good sweat means you got a great workout. But besides the proof of a great workout, can sweating be good for you? We investigated and the answer is … yes, absolutely! Not only does sweat regulate our internal temperature, there are several lesser […]

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Feb 19, 2021 10 Ways to Stay Active During COVID-19

Originally Published: Mar 17, 2020 In the midst of COVID-19 the number one recommendation is to stay home and practice social distancing. As tempting as it is to binge watch TV show after TV show, there are much healthier ways to stay active and energized. Here are our top 10 ways to stay active both […]

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Feb 19, 2021 Summer Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry

Originally Published: Jul 26, 2019 Nothing says summer better than seafood!  Try this healthy twist on stir-fry for a quick meal during the week that’s full of flavor and colorful veggies.  Recipe by Sarah Frazier, acac Timonium p.r.e.p. director Ingredients . . . Directions