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The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any house. It is the place where families come together, where meals are prepared, and where people gather to talk, eat and drink.

"Let Food be thy Medicine and Medicine be thy Food"

Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake - This classic, decadent and delicious dessert was recently crowned the "Most Iconic Hershey's Cocoa" recipe in an online vote among 15 top recipes. The homemade chocolate cake recipe first appeared in a 1971 cookbook. Later it was featured on the Hershey's Cocoa can label in the 1970s and 1980s, appeared in a national ad in 1987 and has been printed in numerous recipe booklets and cookbooks in the past five decades. Recipe

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It is predicted that over the coming years that food will take on an increasingly important role in the prevention of many diseases. Many false claims for what a certain food, or food supplement can do, or cannot do, is now being replaced by scientific evidence as we learn more about how certain vitamins, minerals and nutrients interact with the body cells, tissues and organs to keep us healthy.

Probiotics - Most people think of bacteria as something that just makes you ill. Bacteria can be responsible for various illnesses and everyday annoyances. But not all bacteria are bad for you. In fact, without the bacteria that live in everyone's digestive system, our bodies wouldn't be able to properly process food. And by now, you've probably heard or seen advertisements for foods that contain probiotics - what many in the food and healthcare industries call "good bacteria." If most of what you know about probiotics comes from yogurt advertisements, you may - understandably - be sceptical about the bacteria's health benefits. After all, the information came from a source that wants you to buy a probiotic product. Numerous independent researchers and health organizations, however, also back the value of probiotics. Read

Back to basics: Five Power Foods for Boomers

Five Super foods for Heart health

The Health benefits of cherries

Guide to Dietary Supplement Labels

10 reasons to fall in love with potatoes - Did you know potatoes are a good source of potassium and contain no sodium? In fact, one medium potato (5.3 ounces) with the skin on contains 620 mg of potassium. That's 18 percent of your daily requirement and more than a banana. Need more reasons to love potatoes? Read on

Buying food from bulk bins

How to Decorate Eggs Naturally

Create a Family Recipe Book

Getting a Handle on Antioxidants

Diet Foods Demystified

Smart Tips for Healthy Eating - Food can make you healthier - if you make good choices. It can seem hard to make healthy food choices, particularly if you are on a budget and short on time. But there are some simple steps you can take to help you and your family eat healthier. Read on

Spices - Antioxidants and Oxidative Stress

Acid/Alkaline Food Balance

Relax and Renew with Tea

The Secrets of Great Breads

Eat Breakfast and Lose Weight - Whether you’re skipping breakfast to save on calories or running out the door in a rush with only a cup of coffee in hand, you’re not doing yourself or your health any favours. Numerous studies have shown that eating breakfast can help people lose weight while promoting heart health, cognitive performance and increased energy. Read on

Benefits of Moving to a Low Glycemic Index Diet

How to Have a Wine Tasting Party

Breakfast Gets Fit With Pecans + Recipe: Georgia Pecan Muesli - Breakfast is still the most important meal of the day. A handful of pecans, chopped up on top of yogurt or even thrown in with muffin, pancake or waffle batter, is a nutritious and delicious breakfast addition. A 1-ounce serving of pecans contains only 196 calories and pecans have more antioxidants than any other nut, making them a healthy immunity-boosting ingredient. Pecans also contain oleic acid, which can help lower bad LDL cholesterol levels, keeping the heart fit. Read on

Uses for Essential Oils around the Home