preparing butternut squash

Tips and Tricks for Preparing Butternut Squash

By Lizzie Vasquez | September 26, 2023 | Forks & Spoons , Recipes
Butternut squash has become one of the trendiest fall and winter vegetables. With tomorrow being the first day of fall, it's time to know how to navigate around this delicious ingredient. This widely-enjoyed squash is very versatile, and it contains numerous health benefits. According to the USDA, butternut squash is full of vitamin A, in

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Is Our Food Safe

Learn More About Pesticides: Is Our Food Safe?

By Lindsey Johnson | September 13, 2023 | Health
Current agricultural practices incorporate pesticides to keep our fruits and vegetables safe against harmful pests, but just how safe are they for our family? Is our food safe? Let's learn more about pesticides. What is a Pesticide? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the definition of pesticides are “chemical compounds that are used to

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Chicken Enchiladas

Make Easy Chicken Enchiladas The Family Will Love

By Sarah Malpeli | September 13, 2023 | Recipes
Chicken Enchiladas are sure to be a crowd favorite for your family, and they are super easy to make! You can tweak the recipe to suit your family's taste, and you can even use leftover chicken, turkey and veggies to add in! Look below for the recipe. Easy Chicken Enchiladas Submitted by: Sarah Malpeli, mom

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Treat Kitchen Burns

Learn How to Prevent and Treat Kitchen Burns

By Jennifer Jensen | August 28, 2023 | Health
The kitchen can be a place of wonder, for both children and adults alike. Magnificent treats and savory snacks are whipped up in this section of the house, and cooking as a family can be a great source of fun. But, the kitchen is also dangerous. According to Stanford Children’s Health, the leading cause of

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blue light

Is Your Child Being Exposed to Too Much Blue Light?

By Jacqueline Saguin | August 7, 2023 | Health
It’s a phone illuminating a dark bedroom. A tablet settled on a lap, casting a blue glow. Electronic devices surround our everyday lives. And for a child, it’s their greatest form of entertainment. But, are their eyes paying the price? In a world in which we schedule virtual work meetings and stream movies at a

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Adult Acne

How to Break Out of Adult Acne

By Dani Spano | August 7, 2023 | Health
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought your teenage self must be looking back at you? You can thank adult acne for that. Unfortunately, acne, an inflammatory skin condition, is not just for kids! And even if you did not experience the teenage angst of a breakout, according to the American Academy of

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banana smoothies

3 Banana Smoothies Your Kiddos Will Love

By Renee Castro | July 31, 2023 | Forks & Spoons
Do you have a kiddo who absolutely refuses to eat their veggies? Have you tried everything in the book to make them tolerate the taste? Well, don’t fret! Try our three banana smoothies with a hidden veggie that your kids are sure to love! They’re easy, fruity and delicious!   Green Machine Smoothie 1 ripe

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DIY laundry folder

Make an Easy DIY Laundry Folder!

By Amanda Roland | July 31, 2023 | Blog , DIY , Happy Home
Let's be honest – nobody really likes to do laundry! And most people consider folding the laundry to be the worst part. Luckily, there is an invention that you can make at home that makes folding laundry as easy as 1, 2, 3! Make a DIY Laundry Folder! With just a few supplies that you

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Powers of Eucalyptus

Discover the Powers of Eucalyptus

By Tracy Wright | July 31, 2023 | Health
Eucalyptus may be one of the most widely used herbal remedies, both commercially and by private consumers. The health benefits of the eucalyptus species are countless due to it strong aromatic oils within the leaves. The various uses of eucalyptus include its antibacterial properties to help fight some infections, pain relief, dental health and stimulating

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Tween Drink Coffee

Coffee Talk: Should You Let Your Tween Drink Coffee?

By Lizzie Vasquez | July 31, 2023 | Health
In recent years, young people have been choosing popular coffee houses like Starbucks or Dunkin' as their regular hangout spot. Believe it or not, teens and tweens are not just there for the donuts and blended faux coffee milkshakes. They are gulping down the real thing. We’re talking dark, 115 mg injections of caffeine masked

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