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 References : https://www.huffpost.com/entry/halloween-candy-facts-statistics_n_1062687                           https://www.rebounderz.com/halloween-candy-and-your-childs-health/                            https://www.massgeneral.org/news/article/how-to-avoid-the-halloween-candy-binge -AH

Have you ever felt an overwhelming amount of fatigue take over your body? Or how about you just haven't been feeling like yourself lately and you can't figure out why? If you answered yes to either of these questions- I want you to take a moment and honestly reflect on how much water you've been drinking. Have you noticed less frequent urination patterns or darker than normal urine color? If so, you might be suffering from a mild to severe case of dehydration.  Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluid than it's taking in. As the weather gets colder and you're not as hot as you're used to being in the summer, you may notice it's not as easy to drink adequate amounts of water consistently on a daily basis.  Water has many important jobs. It: carries nutrients and oxygen to your cells flushes bacteria from your bladder aids in digestion prevents constipation normalizes blood pressure protects organs and tissues cushions joints regulates body temperatu

                                                                                               Source: goodhousekeeping.com As we get closer and closer to Halloween, it’s a good reminder to keep these tips in mind to have a safe Halloween for the kiddos and ourselves! Here’s three tips to make sure Halloween stays all about the treats:   1.       Stay mindful of allergies Especially for very young children who may be newly exposed to some potential allergy sources ( Click here for a list of the top 8 allergens and symptoms of a reaction ).  Side note: check out the Teal Pumpkin Project ! It’s a movement for houses to provide non-food items and toys in addition to candy so trick-or-treaters can have a safe and happy Halloween!   2.       Take an Opportunity to Practice Mindfulness  I remember how exciting it was to have my big pillowcase full of candies and goodies after trick-or-treating in my grandma’s development. (I still get a little excited when I see some of my favorite candy aro

Dates are amazing - sweet, gooey, delicious, and packed with nutrients! Just two dates provide 133 Calories, 36g carbs, 3.2g of fiber, 0g of fat, 2% DV calcium, 2% DV of iron, 7% DV of potassium, 19% DV of copper, 7% DV of vitamin B6, and 6% DV of magnesium. It’s really easy to eat two. There are two types of dates that you can find at the grocery store. Deglet Noor dates are smaller while Medjool dates are larger (and happen to contain significantly more calcium). I think Medjool are the best. As a source of whole, plant-based nutrition dates can be enjoyed raw or used as an ingredient in recipes such as: -TM  https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/medjool-dates#nutrients https://www.vidhyashomecooking.com/pumpkin-pie-spiced-date-and-nut-balls/ Greger, M., & Stone, G. (2017). How Not To Die Cookbook. Flatiron Books.

It's that time of year in Northeast Ohio when leaves fall from trees and pumpkins take over without saying please. You look around and see pumpkin decorations, pumpkin scented fragrances, pumpkin patches, pumpkin carving, pumpkin flavored foods, and pumpkin flavored drinks. It's everywhere. When you think of your top 5 favorite pumpkin-containing foods, I can almost guarantee that most of them (if not all of them) are sweet treats with lots of sugar. Your list most likely contains one or more of the following: pumpkin rolls, pumpkin pies, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin pancakes/waffles, pumpkin ice cream, or pumpkin spice coffees. (If you're like me and love everything pumpkin too you're probably thinking- YUM!) Believe it or not, pumpkin in and of itself has a ton of health benefits. According to the nutrition information provided by the USDA, one cup of pumpkin has 49 calories, 1.8g of protein, 12g carbohydrates, 0.17g fat and 27g fiber. Fresh pumpkin is a great low-calorie

  Food affects us in different ways Whether we eat or not...​ What we eat...​ When we eat..​ How much we eat...​ What foods we pair together...​ It all has an effect on how we feel physically and mentally.   Symptoms Related to Food: When you don't eat you may find that you become unpleasant to be around.​ When you overeat, and feel overly full, you're in pain, and probably don't want to do anything. You almost can't even relax with how full you are.​ When you regularly deprive yourself of food, or have difficulty securing food, you often are worried about when you will be getting to eat again **   When you eat greasy food, you feel sluggish and may have an upset stomach​ When you eat all simple sugars, your energy level goes way up, you feel jittery, then your blood sugar levels drop low, and you really don't feel well.​ If you eat too quickly, you may experience cramping, and may overeat. You get the idea here :)   One Way Food and Mood Are C

Composting 101                                                                                   What is composting? Did you know that ⅓ of the food produced ends up in landfills?! Food material in landfills turns into methane gas - a greenhouse gas that is 25% more potent than CO2!  Reducing food waste by composting is one of the solutions to this climate change nightmare!  Composting is a way of recycling food waste into a beneficial soil like material that can help reduce waste and save the planet! Composting takes organic matter (i.e.  plant materials) and decomposes it using healthy bacteria and microbes to produce the ultimate plant food. Composting:  Enriches soil health  Increases water conservation  Increase yields from garden  Increases bioavailability  Reduces waste & cuts methane gas production  Allows you to become an active participant in combating climate change!! What can be composted?  Almost anything that comes from the earth can be composted. There are two type

  Avocados are the bright green fruit with a large bit and dark leathery skin. They're also known as alligator pears or butter fruit. Avocados are a favorite in the produce section and they can be used in more recipes than just guacamole and chips. They're turning up in everything from salads, pasta, wraps, smoothies, and even brownies. Avocados are a source of vitamins C,E,K, and B6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. Avocados contain high levels of healthy, beneficial fats, which can help a person feel fuller between meals. If you love avocado's, below are some FUN and different ways to incorporate avocados into a recipe. Enjoy :)  Avocado Pesto Pasta  Ingredients:  1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted  -         1 cup of greens -         ¼ pumpkin seeds -         1/3 cup Walnuts -         3 Garlic cloves -         Juice of 1 Lemon  -         2 tbs of Olive Oil  -         6 tbs of Water (or more as needed) -         1 box of Pa