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Malnutrition & Drug Addiction Addiction is a very real problem in our world and can affect anyone. Addiction is defined as the persistent compulsive use of a substance known by the user to be physically, psychologically, or socially harmful Here’s the facts: Over 20 million Americans over the age of 12 have an addiction (excluding tobacco). 100 people die every day from drug overdoses. This rate has tripled in the past 20 years. Over 5 million emergency room visits in 2011 were drug related. 2.6 million people with addictions have a dependence on both alcohol and illicit drugs. 9.4 million people in 2011 reported driving under the influence of illicit drugs. 6.8 million people with an addiction have a mental illness. Rates of illicit drug use are highest among those aged 18 to 25. Over 90% of those with an addiction began drinking, smoking or using illicit drugs before the age of 18. 10

Cauliflower Possibilities Today, I will be providing you with many different ways on how to get more cauliflower into your diet!   It is very important to consume vegetables every day and cauliflower is a great option for many reasons. First, cauliflower is high in fiber, B vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin K. Second, it can be cooked in many different ways! Cauliflower can be cooked into a creamy soup.   The link below is to a vegan creamy curried cauliflower soup. Another way to consume cauliflower is by making cauliflower rice! This is a very easy process and tastes delicious. The link below is to a Mediterranean cauliflower rice recipe.   Cauliflower rice can be doctored up with any type of seasonings! Another way prepare cauliflower is to make it into hummus.   Hummus is great with other veggies or crackers for dipping! This is a great way to get your veggie intake in for the day. The link below is to an amazing cauliflower hummus.   You can also roast cau

   I don’t know about you but I have a big sweet tooth and am always looking for healthier but still delicious alternatives to satisfy my cravings. This recipe I am about to share with you will do just that. Especially if you love the epic chocolate peanut butter duo! It will even add a little more protein into your diet. These flourless peanut butter banana muffins are super easy and are cooked in no time! For this recipe, you will need: -2 ripe bananas -1 cup of peanut butter -2 T honey -2 t vanilla extract -1/2 t baking powder -2 eggs Directions: Put all ingredients in a blender. Blend it up! Line a mini muffin tin with muffin liners and pour in the batter to fill eat one a little more than half way as they will expand a little. Then, sprinkle 4 chocolate chips onto the top of each one. Bake at 400 for about 10 minutes and tad dah! Once they cool, put them in the fridge and they will last for about a week! This recipe is a modified version of the one