Seasonal News

Healthy Food On the Menu At the White House

This holiday season visitors attending the numerous parties at the White House will find a new menu. Gone is the chicken fried steak, and in comes fresh vegetables and fruit that isn’t covered in chocolate.

2010 Thanksgiving: Tips to Stay Thin

Thanksgiving is here in a couple of days. That means most of us are going to have a festive feast soon that for many impacts their waistline. Follow these tips to avoid packing on the pounds while still enjoying the feast.

Fall into Savings: Preserve the bounty before it's too late!

Fall farmers markets are packed full of delectable fruits and vegetables that are at the height of freshness. A few simple steps will help you to enjoy this healthy, local produce year-round.

At the Fall Market: Squash, Apples and Blue Pumpkins?

The rich colors of autumn are captured in the gorgeous produce that is available at fall farmers markets across the country. Delicious fruits and vegetables such as pumpkins, squash, apples, pears, plums, corn and sweet potatoes are coming into season.

Treats without the Trick, Homemade Halloween Treats

Halloween is the one day of the year that should be full of sweet treats! According to the National Association of Counties, the average person eats about 24 lbs of candy throughout the year - a lot of it at Halloween! Preparing a few delicious Halloween goodies in your own kitchen provides a healthier way to celebrate Halloween with your kids.

Dia de los Muertos: Mexican Day of the Dead

Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday celebrated November 1 and 2. It is a blend of Aztec and Catholic traditions. Even though Halloween and Dia de los Muertos are close together on the calendar and have similar themes, they are not related.

Apple Cider is not just for drinking

As temperatures become cooler and snuggly sweaters turn into a wardrobe staple, it is definitely time for a visit to your favorite local apple orchard and cider mill. Classic recipes for belly warming drinks include Allspiced Apple Cider and Hot Wassail which is a mixture of apple cider and other festive juices.

Halloween Treats That Avoid Nutritional Horror, Tips and Tricks

If the thought of a bag full of sugary, high-fat Halloween treats has you spooked, here are some tips to keep your little goblins happy and healthy this trick-or-treating season.