Parenting
How to Stimulate Your Newborn
While your newborn might seem like an inactive participant in the world around her, she was born a natural explorer. She’s constantly observing a multitude of n
Alyssa Curlin
Alyssa has taught writing, health and nutrition. She started writing in 2009 and has been published in different magazines. Alyssa holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in education, both from the University of California.
Tips Tricks
A Guide To Buying And Cooking Onions
Onions are one of those foods nearly everybody uses. They are essential to flavoring a wide variety of dishes, available in any supermarket, and easy to grow in
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All About Dandelion
Ah, spring! The time of year when dandelions begin growing and thriving. Gardeners may not like this, but those of us who enjoy eating dandelion greens sure do.
Health
How to Lose Weight Fast without Exercise
The yearly migration to the gym has begun as millions of Americans swear that this year is the year that they are going to lose weight and get the body they des
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Palates and Pizza in Different Places
Regional culinary peccadilloes are a big topic on internet food forums. Two popular subjects I’ve seen discussed are fried potatoes and soda pop, which goes by
History
The History of Lavender
Lavender is the herb of love. Captivating for its seductive fragrance, its first attraction, it also serves adoration through its persuasive flavor. Having surv
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Thanksgiving Culinary Tour # 2 : Seafood
If you really would like to be nontraditional this year, you may serve appetizers and desserts with the perfect wines all day long. Keep in mind that this is a
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Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen
Few gifts show thoughtfulness, a willingness to put effort and time into the present, or good taste as much as gifts you make in the kitchen. The giver can be a
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10 Ways with Pumpkins
Fall is for pumpkins. And I’m not just talking about jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin pie. Pumpkins are excellent for both savory and sweet dishes, and while cooked
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A Guide To Buying And Cooking Figs
Sweet and smooth, figs are a superb – though uncommonly used – cooking ingredient. They are an important source of potassium, fiber and magnese, and can be used
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What Are the Advantages of Canning Food?
According to The Wall Street Journal, the makers of canning jars say their sales are up 30% this year. They also report a project director for The National Cent
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A Guide to Cooking Greens
Greens, the leafy part of a wide variety of vegetables, including collards, spinach, beet leaves, kohlrabi leaves, and sorrel – are not only delicious, they are