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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

4 Week Challenge: Cook Dinner At Home

Taking on a four-week challenge to cook dinner most nights is a great way to improve your cooking skills, eat healthier, and save money. Here’s a structured plan to help you get started, with themes and meal ideas for each week. The focus will be on simplicity, variety, and nutrition.

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Handout: Reduce Sodium Intake

Reducing sodium intake can be a key factor in improving heart health and overall well-being. Here are three easy ways to reduce sodium in your diet:

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

6 Ways to Use Summer Squash

Summer squash, including varieties like zucchini, yellow squash, and pattypan squash, is versatile and delicious. Here are six creative ways to use summer squash in your cooking:

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Lisa Andrews Lisa Andrews

Cracking the Vault: Sound the alarm! Regular sleep needs our attention.

In the short term, people are advised to try and maintain a sleep schedule that is sufficient for them to feel rested enough, as often as they possibly can. Keeping a fixed wake-up time, even on weekends, and going to bed when you feel sleepy will help ensure you frequently get enough restorative sleep.

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Handout: How To Make Salsa

Making fresh salsa at home is easy and allows you to control the ingredients and customize it to your taste. Here's a simple recipe for a classic fresh tomato salsa, often called "Pico de Gallo."

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Three-Week Fruit and Vegetable Challenge

Taking a 3-week fruit and vegetable challenge is a fantastic way to increase your intake of nutritious, whole foods, and establish healthier eating habits. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

How to Stay Physically Active As A Family

Staying physically active as a family can be a fun and rewarding way to build healthy habits and strengthen family bonds. Here are some ideas to help your family stay active together:

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Two Essential Handouts: Kids and Snacking

Eating behavior in children develops from family history, temperament, and other factors such as feeding rituals they experience. In past studies, the researchers evaluated behaviors that make children more likely to eat when they feel negative emotions.

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Sensational Farmer’s Market Meal Ideas

These recipes showcase the freshness and flavors of seasonal produce from the farmers market. Feel free to adjust ingredients based on what's available and your personal preferences!

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Visit Your Local Farmer’s Market

Visiting a farmers market is not only a great way to buy fresh, locally sourced food but also an opportunity to connect with your community and support sustainable agriculture. Enjoy your visit!

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Take the 10-Week Fiber Challenge

Here is a 10 Week Fiber Challenge - Throughout the challenge, listen to your body and make adjustments as needed. Gradually increasing your fiber intake over time can help prevent digestive discomfort and make it easier to stick to your new habits. Remember to consult with a healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Fruit: It Is All About Storage

Storing fruit properly helps to maintain freshness and maximize shelf life. Here are some tips for storing different types of fruit.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

How to Organize Your Veggies

Creating two vegetable drawers, one for raw prep like salads and the other for cooked vegetables, is a practical way to organize your fridge and streamline meal preparation. Here's how you can set up each drawer:

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Planned Leftovers: Key to Good Health

Planning leftovers strategically can indeed help you prepare healthy meals quickly. Here are some ideas you can use to make your cooking and prep time go further.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Soup: The Perfect Meal

Soups can be excellent choices for healthy meals, offering a variety of nutritional benefits. Here are several reasons why soups are considered healthy meal options:

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Easiest Ways to Exercise More

Incorporating exercise into your routine doesn't have to be complicated. There are simple and effective ways to get moving without the need for special equipment or a gym membership. Here are some of the easiest ways to exercise.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Benefits of Exercise

Exercise is crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being. The importance of regular physical activity extends beyond just physical fitness; it has a profound impact on various aspects of your life. Here are some key reasons why exercise is important:

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Scheduling: Meal Prep and Exercise

Balancing meal prep and exercise in your weekly schedule requires thoughtful planning and organization. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you integrate both into your routine:

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