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The Deadly Effects of Stress on Our Bodies
As we enter the New Year, health, wellness, and resolutions to eat better and get more exercise are priorities for most of us who have not yet made them permanent fixtures in our way of life. Whether you launch into 2020 with a keto or Mediterranean diet and/or join...
Top Ten Most Expensive Desserts from Around the World
While I am a self-confessed foodie it turns out that dessert is not really my thing. Don’t get me wrong, having a bite of a decadent dessert at the end of a great meal out is a nice finishing touch to the evening. . .and when I am with my wife one bite is all I am...
How to Get Your Kids to Explore New Cuisines
Kids can be predictable when it comes to food; once they discover a food they like, they will want it for almost every meal. When kids discover a favorite food or dish, it gives them a sense of control and familiarity. My daughter is the carb-Queen. If she could have...
Fun & Interesting Dishes from Around the World
I love traveling. Full disclosure: My ideal job would be some version of Anthony Bourdain or Andrew Zimmern. Exploring various countries and experiencing their culture not just through their architecture and art but their cuisine. No matter which country you visit,...
A Brief History of U.S. Little League Baseball
Don Henley’s “The Boys of Summer” wasn’t actually about baseball—it was a reflection on getting old and looking back at your past. I was reminded recently of one of my fondest memories as a child—playing baseball. My son, Hunter, just finished his season with his team...
Kids & Cooking Shows: Everyone Wins
Let’s face it, cooking is what all the cool kids are doing these days. We all love cooking, from trying recipes from Pinterest to the meal kits delivered to our doorsteps. We even have entire food channels and shows focused on cooking and baking and a seemingly...
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