food

The Key to a Quick Postpartum Recovery Might Be Hiding in Your Placenta

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For first-time moms searching for a way to speed up the postpartum experience, the answer might be hidden in your placenta. A team of researchers at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas conducted a three-month survey of 189 women, all of whom had eaten their placenta after the birth of their child. Researchers asked women... read more

For Dessert Tonight: Creamy (and Festive!) Carrot Cupcakes

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As if there was a better occasion to snack on these delicious goodies! Now that the Easter Bunny has come and gone (and hopefully let behind lots of sweet treats!), you won't have to worry about anyone stealing a tasty bite of these creamy, homemade carrot cupcakes! This is the perfect dessert to make if... read more

New Study Says Your Baby Is Starting on Solids Too Soon — What Moms Should Know

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Thinking about starting baby on solids? According to a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most moms are starting baby on solids too soon.

A study published this morning survey over 1300 mothers and from the moms surveyed, the CDC concluded that 40 percent of moms admit to starting baby...

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For Dinner Tonight: Make at Home Mexican You’ll Love!

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To me, there's nothing more delightful than whippin' together a mean Mexican meal at home. And ta da, the recipe we've got on tap for this weekend is just that! Skip the long wait, the sugary-sweet margaritas, the millions of calories and the Mariachi music and opt for a quiet night at home, making your... read more

Is Your Toddler Eating Too Much Salt?

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In a recent study administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the CDC examined more than 1,115 ready-to-eat toddlers' meals. Of the over 1,000 meals studied, researchers concluded that nearly three-quarters were high in salt, with some containing as much as 630 milligrams of sodium per serving (which is about 40 percent of... read more

For Dinner Tonight: Corned Beef and Cabbage to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!

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As if you could cook up anything but corned beef and cabbage tonight, right? If you're little ones are picky, just substitute chicken and potatoes in place of the corned beef and cabbage -- but mom and dad, saddle up to dine in delight! We are loving this quick and easy recipe. It's the perfect... read more

How to Indulge Your Sugary (and Sweet!) Pregnancy Cravings Without the Added Guilt

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Cravings are one of the most stereotyped symptoms of pregnancy, and now a new study shows that they can have real consequences. Australian researchers found that if mother rats consumed junk food while pregnant and nursing, the babies had resulting changes to their brain chemistry, leaving them more susceptible to a junk food addiction... read more

For Dinner Tonight: A Breakfast Recipe So Scrumptious You’ll Want Seconds!

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There is basically nothing as delicious a breakfast for dinner, amirite or amirite? Thus, I proudly present you with this lovely and perfect recipe sure to have mouth's watering!  Once you whip together this spinach strata,  prepare: your tots will clean their plates, your husband will offer to help you clean the table, hell --... read more

New Recommendations Say Babies Should Start on Highly Allergenic Foods Sooner — Moms, Will You?

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In the crazy, confusing and exhausting world of food allergies, new recommendations have been made. Now, parents of babies between 4 and 6 months are advised to introduce highly allergenic foods such as peanut butter, eggs and fish to their developing children. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) released an article in... read more

For Dinner Tonight: Crowd Favorite Quick and Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole

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Want a meal that will totally send this winter chill back where it came from? Us too! Tonight, we're biting down on something simple and absolutely satisfying -- and when it comes time to pick a crowd-pleaser, there's no match for this chicken and rice casserole! Swer, this ooey-gooey melt-in-your-mouth delicacy must find its way to... read more
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