May 13, 2012
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by Mara Michaels and Carolyn Stone
All of us know that vegetables are good for us, but with our busy schedules, who has time to eat properly? We are supposed to eat a rainbow of vegetables on our Food Plate every day, but how is it possible to get all of the servings that the USDA recommends?
We want our children to have the best nutrition, but how can we ever get them to eat their vegetables when fast food is all around them and they go for looks and sweetness rather than what is really healthy for them?
In this guide to healthy vegetable shakes, smoothies and snacks, you can solve all these problems and more with great tasting vegetable-based drinks and meals that are quick and easy to prepare, with something to suit every taste.
Children will love the Squash and Spice Shake, Carrot Custard Casserole, and Vegetable Raisin Dip. For great nutrition on the go, try the Gazpacho Cooler or Summer Garden Salad Smoothie. Just blend, pour into a travel mug, and head out for your busy day with a great shake packed full of vegetable goodness.
From stir-fry to fondue, frittatas to salads and homemade ‘fries’, you will find a range of fast and easy meals that can be made in minutes to fill even the fussiest eater with delicious homemade vegetable goodness.
If you struggle every meal time to try to get your children to eat their vegetables, these 35 recipes for vegetable-based drinks, snacks, and dinners will help end this battle once and for all and have everyone in the family eagerly asking for more.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SYNOPSIS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: VEGETABLE-BASED DRINKS
CHAPTER 2: VEGETABLE SNACKS
CHAPTER 3: VEGETABLE-BASED DINNERS
CHAPTER 4: ALLIUM VEGETABLE DISHES
CONCLUSION
APPENDIX: CURES FROM THE KITCHEN
CONCLUSION
FURTHER READING
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Carolyn Stone is one of the main editors and contributors for the Healthful-Goddess and Guru-Goddess.com sites, and the author of over four dozen health and self-help titles.
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites and the author of over a dozen cooking and holiday-themed guides.
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May 9, 2012
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by Mara Michaels and Carolyn Stone
With everyone on the go each day, how can you ever find the time to eat well? And how can you ever convince the children that fruits and vegetables are good for them, let alone get them to eat the daily allowance suggested for them?
The solution lies in healthy shakes, smoothies and slushies you can make in minutes. In this guide, the authors offer recipes for 25 healthy drinks packed full of flavor and nutrition that will offer great taste treats for even your pickiest eaters.
From smoothies packed with fruit and vegetables the children will never know are good for them, to dessert-like treats loaded with fruit and flavor, you will find 25 recipes designed to satisfy your family and help you eat a balanced diet no matter how busy you become.
If you are looking for the best ways to eat well around the clock, even when you are on the run trying to fit everything into your busy day, this guide to healthy shakes, smoothies and slushies will give you the inspiration and incentive to eat well and save money every day. Put down the fast food and pick up a healthy shake. Try a few of these tasty delights and watch them become family favorites you can make and serve in minutes, or pack in your travel mug or Thermos as you head out the door for another action-packed day.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SYNOPSIS
INTRODUCTION
RECIPES
Apricot Smoothie
Bubbly Cantaloupe Shake
Fruity Slush
Melon-Berry Cooler
Orange Popsicle Slushie
Plus 20 other recipes
FURTHER READING
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites. Carolyn Stone is one of the main editors for both sites, and the author of over two dozen health and self-help titles.
Buy Now: 25 Healthy Shakes, Smoothies and Slushies in Minutes (Food Matters)
May 7, 2012
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by Mara Michaels and Carolyn Stone
With everyone on the go each day, how can you ever find the time to eat breakfast? And how can you ever convince the children to eat the fruits and vegetables that are good for them?
The solution lies in healthy breakfast smoothies and shakes you can make in minutes and take with you on the go. In this guide, the authors offer 25 healthy breakfast beverages packed with flavor and natural ingredients, not artificial coloring, flavoring and preservatives from a cardboard box.
Discover a range of ways to have your cereal and drink it, too, or your morning coffee or tea, but with a healthy twist that makes a mere drink into a meal. You will find 25 recipes designed to satisfy your family and help you eat a balanced breakfast no matter how busy you are in the morning.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Learn why as the authors take you through the research that supports the many health benefits of starting your morning with a good meal, even if you have to eat it on the go. You will also get hints for healthy workouts if you start the morning with exercise, but don’t always fuel your workout with a proper meal.
If you are constantly watching the clock and don’t have time to pay attention to your nutrition, or prepare breakfast for you and your family, this guide will help you save time and money and eat well even if you are already out the door.
Forget the fast food and pick up a healthy shake instead to start your morning. Try a few of these tasty delights and watch them become family favorites you can make and serve in minutes, or pack in your travel mug or chilled Thermos as you head out the door for another busy day.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SYNOPSIS
INTRODUCTION
WHY BREAKFAST IS THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY
RECIPES
Banana Oat Shake
Magic Morning Smoothie
Mocha Java Smoothie
Sunny Start Smoothie
Wake-Up Call Shake
plus 20 others recipes
CONCLUSION
FURTHER READING
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites. Carolyn Stone is one of the main editors for both sites, and the author of over two dozen health and self-help titles.
Buy Now: 25 Great Breakfast Shakes and Smoothies (Food Matters)
May 3, 2012
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by Mara Michaels and Carolyn Stone
If you are looking for some inspiration on what to do for Mother’s Day this year, this guide is designed with you in mind, to help you come up with some great ideas on how to mark the occasion without spending a lot of time and money.
Discover a range of ideas for activities that any mother will love, which she can do with the children, or the whole family. Consult the gift section for inspiration to find mom a perfect gift that shows how much you care.
Are you planning to enjoy at least one special meal with your mother? Breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner are all easy with the help of the recipes in this guide. You will also find great ideas for side dishes, desserts, and even an elegant afternoon tea. Many of these culinary creations are so simple that even the children can help.
If you are eager to do something different to surprise your mother this Mother’s Day, this guide can help you hit on just the right ideas to surprise and delight even the fussiest parent. Save time, money and effort as you start planning a memorable Mother’s Day.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: Mother’s Day To-Do List: Healthy Things You Can Do for Mom
CHAPTER 2: Mother’s Day Fun with Younger Children
CHAPTER 3: Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
CHAPTER 4: Mother’s Day Meal Planning
CHAPTER 5: Gourmet Food Gifts for Mother’s Day
CHAPTER 6: Mother’s Day Recipes and Meal Planner
+ Breakfast and Brunch Ideas
Main Courses
+ Hot Main Courses
+ Cold Main Courses
+ Side Dishes
+ Desserts
CHAPTER 7: Tea Time Treats for Mother’s Day
+ Tea Time Recipes
CHAPTER 8: How to Make the Most of the Day on Mother’s Day
CONCLUSION
APPENDIX: Mother’s Day Planning Checklist
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites. Carolyn Stone is one of the main editors for both sites, and the author of over four dozen health and self-help titles.
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April 30, 2012
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We ALL do it: skip breakfast because we think we just don’t have time to make or eat a great breakfast. Or we resort to the local fast food place for a breakfast sandwich, knowing it is not ideal, but thinking it is better than nothing. We might even try to fill up on a coffee from the popular chains, to try to tide us over until lunchtime.
Many of us also skip breakfast because we are trying to slim down. If losing weight is all about cutting calories, where is the harm in eliminating one whole meal each day?
The fact is, a lot of harm. Studies show that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, setting you up for success in a number of ways. People who eat breakfast perform better at work and school, and are able to concentrate more, and actually eat less. The steady stream of nutrients and energy you can get from having a good breakfast in the morning can help you power through your day until dinner, keeping your blood sugar even and thus curbing cravings, particularly for sugary foods that can spike your blood sugar and make you want to eat even more.
In this guide, the authors discuss the importance of breakfast for your health, weight, and nutritional needs. They also show the best ways for busy people to eat breakfast and feed their families a nutritious breakfast every morning, weekdays and weekends. You will discover breakfast strategies you can live with no matter how demanding your schedule, and more than 20 great recipes and serving suggestions to help get you started on the road to more healthy morning meals.
It is time to get rid of the myth of being too busy for breakfast. Don’t sabotage yourself by skipping breakfast or resorting to fast food. Give your children the best start to each school day, and every day, with well-rounded, nutritious and delicious breakfasts. Get started today planning and preparing great breakfasts in minutes with the help of this guide.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHAT’S IN THIS GUIDE
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
COPYRIGHT
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKFASTS
CHAPTER 2: BRILLIANT BREAKFASTS FOR BUSY MOMS
CHAPTER 3: BRILLIANT BREAKFASTS FOR WORKING PARENTS
CHAPTER 4: QUICK, HEALTHY BREAKFAST IDEAS
CHAPTER 5: BREAKFAST 101 FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
CHAPTER 6: BRILLIANT BREAKFAST RECIPES FOR BUSY PEOPLE
All in One Breakfast Bake
Breakfast Fruit Salad
French Toast Sandwiches
Fruit & Nut Hot Cereal
Good for You Apply Syrup
Good for You Blueberry Crepes
Hash Brown Omelet
Homemade Bacon & Egg Sandwich
Honey Orange French Toast
Ranch Scrambled Eggs & Cheese
Spiced Morning Sausage
Sunshine Muffins
Super Quick Healthy Waffles
Whole Wheat Oat Cakes
Yummy Sausage Potatoes
CONCLUSION
FURTHER READING
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites. Erin serves as one of the main editors for both sites. They are the authors of over 2 dozen cooking and health-related titles.
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April 27, 2012
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Breakfast is considered by many health experts to be the most important meal of the day. But when you are tight on money and time, it can also be the easiest meal to try to skimp on, or skip completely.
In this guide, the authors discuss the importance of breakfast, and how to have brilliant breakfasts each morning, all without breaking your budget.
Learn how to eat a balanced breakfast that will help you and your family power through your busy day, all for pennies compared with what you might be grabbing at the local fast food place or corner coffee shop.
Learn more about quick and easy breakfasts you can make and take with you as you head out the door. Find out how to make wonderful brunches economically. Discover breakfast foods from all over the globe that can help you eat well and eliminate food cravings throughout the day.
A good breakfast can help you stay slim, eat less and get more nutrition once you know how. Get started today on the path to better health and even more savings with brilliant breakfasts on a budget.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHAT’S IN THIS GUIDE
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: BARGAIN BREAKFASTS ON A BUDGET
CHAPTER 2: WEEKEND BREAKFASTS AND BRUNCHES
CHAPTER 3: GETTING AWAY FROM IT ALL AT BREAKFAST
CHAPTER 4: CHOOSING A BETTER BREAKFAST
CHAPTER 5: BREAKFASTS FOR FITNESS FANATICS
CHAPTER 6: BREAKFAST ON A BUDGET RECIPES
Breakfast Bruschetta
Baked Pineapple Bacon
Breakfast Kabobs
Breakfast Mixed Vegetable Frittata
Brunch Style Waffles
Cheesy Potato & Ham Breakfast
Creamy Ham & Cheese Omelet
Crispy Baked Toast
Good Morning Granola
Make Your Own Egg Substitute
Peaches & Cream Delight
Straight from the Freezer Breakfast Wraps
Sweet Lemon Poppy Doughnuts
Top of the Morning Shake
Vanilla Blueberry Muffins
CONCLUSION
FURTHER READING
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites and the author of over a dozen cooking and holiday-themed guides.
Jacinta Carey is one of the editors for the popular site Guru-Goddess.com and the author several handy cooking and activity guides.
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Brilliant Breakfasts on a Budget (Food Matters)
April 24, 2012
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There are a lot of different ways to enjoy a picnic or cook out when the weather gets warmer. Why not entertain your family and guests with a themed get-together outside? In this handy guide, the authors give you 5 great ideas on how to have a great themed picnic or cook out that everyone will love.
The five themes in this guide are:
1-Beach Style Picnic
2-Classic Recipes Picnic
3-Moonlight and Romance Picnic
4-Sports Stadium-Style Picnic
5-Western-style Picnic
and come complete with recipes to suit a variety of tastes, including vegetarian.
From appetizers to entrees, salads and side dishes, drinks and desserts, you will find a complete menu for your themed picnic or outdoor dining experience.
Follow the recipes for each theme for fast and easy meal planning. Or, mix and match menus to add some surprise and variety.
Or, use these themes as inspiration for adding your own signature dishes, or combining them into your own themed gatherings to add a whole new twist to your socializing.
Get started today planning your latest picnic, barbecue, or garden party with the help of this handy guide.
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Easy Themed Picnic and Cook Out Ideas on a Budget
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: BEACH STYLE PICNIC
CHAPTER 2: CLASSIC RECIPES PICNIC
CHAPTER 3: MOONLIGHT AND ROMANCE PICNIC
CHAPTER 4: SPORTS STADIUM-STYLE PICNIC
CHAPTER 5: WESTERN PICNIC
CONCLUSION
FURTHER READING
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites.
Erin Kennedy is a frequent contributor to Guru-Goddess.com and Healthful-Goddess.com and the author of over a dozen non-fiction titles.
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Easy Themed Picnic and Cook Out Ideas on a Budget (Food Matters)
Further Reading:
Easy Brown Bag Lunches on a Budget: How to Pack Great Lunches Everyone in Your Family Will Eat and Still Save Money
Lunch By the Lake: A Guide to Fast and Fun Outdoor Dining
33 Easy Thermos Lunch Recipes
Picnic in the Park: A Guide to Fast and Fun Picnic Foods
April 5, 2012
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There are many different ways to enjoy a picnic or barbecue when the weather gets warmer. Why not entertain your family and guests with a themed get-together outside?
The five themes in this guide are:
1-City Street Fare Picnic
2-Gourmet Picnic
3-Grilling Goodness
4-Romantic Picnic for Two
5-Summer Olympics Picnic
and come complete with recipes to suit a variety of tastes, including vegetarian options to cater for all your guests.
From appetizers to entrees, salads and side dishes, drinks and desserts, you will find a complete menu for your themed picnic or outdoor dining experience.
Recipes range from kid-friendly dishes, to more romantic recipes to enjoy with that special someone.
Follow the recipes for each theme for fast and easy meal planning. Or, mix and match menus to add some surprise and variety to your next great al fresco eating adventure.
Use these themes in conjunction with the recipes give, or use these ideas as inspiration to add your own favorite recipes to create your own unique themed outdoor event.
Use this guide to help you plan a perfect picnic for even the pickiest eater. Your next great garden gathering is only a few steps away thanks once you start using this handy guide.
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Fast and Fun Themed Picnic and Barbecue Ideas on a Budget
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: CITY STREET FARE PICNIC
CHAPTER 2: GOURMET PICNIC
CHAPTER 3: GRILLING GOODNESS
CHAPTER 4: ROMANTIC PICNIC FOR TWO
CHAPTER 5: SUMMER OLYMPICS PICNIC
CONCLUSION
FURTHER READING
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Mara Michaels is a frequent contributor to the Healthful-Goddess and Nutrition-Goddess.com sites.
Carolyn Stone is one of the main editors for both sites, and the author of over four dozen health and self-help titles.
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Fast and Fun Themed Picnic and Barbecue Ideas on a Budget (Food Matters)
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