Food vs. Food: Oatmeal

Oatmeal in a wooden bowl, topped with walnuts and blueberries.
As far as whole grains go, oats are underrated and neglected! Stick with me on this one. I’m here to assure you that oatmeal isn’t your run-of-the-mill breakfast. Not only is it packed with fiber, protein, and minerals, but it’s also inexpensive, gluten-free, vegan-friendly, heart-healthy, customizable, and totally convenient. It keeps you full much longer than a bowl of cold cereal,...
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A Dinner Break for Caregivers: Four Cooking Shortcuts

A woman preparing dinner at the stove
When I get home from a day of juggling work, family responsibilities, doctor appointments, and medication schedules, I don’t always have it in me to put together the kind of family dinner I grew up eating. Who wants to dirty that many pots and pans on a weeknight? I’ll admit it, I’m a shortcut cook....
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Take Steps to Prevent Lead Poisoning in the Home

You installed the stair gates, put child locks on the cabinets, and someday you’ll figure out how to keep your kid from eating from the dog’s bowl. In our efforts to kid-proof, we may be missing an invisible threat. If you live in an older building, there could be lead paint in your home. When this paint cracks,...
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