Why Fruits and Vegetables?

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Why is it important that we eat fruits and vegetables?  In order to stay healthy, according to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you should consume between five to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. This is equivalent to about 2 1/2 to 6 1/2 cups daily, depending on the amount of calories you need to

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DIY Dressing

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Do It Yourself Dressing can be easy as 1-2-3 just by using oil, acid, and flavoring!  Here are some ideas.  I usually have most of these items on hand.  My favorite is a raspberry vinaigrette that I make with flaxseed oil, raspberries and fresh mint.  Why not try experimenting?  Have FUN! 3 Parts Oil:  Olive

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Starfruit Salsa

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Our star fruit tree is producing three to four times a year now that it has matured.  We are very blessed!   But what shall we do with all of this fruit?    I have found many uses for it since it tastes so good.   Just last week I decided to try making this

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Mugged!

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I mugged my husband this morning…with a Very Berry Smoothie.  I felt like making a hearty, substantial breakfast that was quick to throw together.  I recently discovered that we still had these vintage mugs.  The recipe made exactly enough to fill them up.  Oh, so, ono!!