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3 Things to Eat in November

The month of November offers plenty of fresh harvested produce to aid in weight loss or any health focused goals. Take advantage of these 3 fall seasonal items while they are in abundance in your local market.

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Dietary Tips & Health Benefits of Ginger
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Dietary Tips & Health Benefits of Ginger

Ginger is a popular ingredient in cooking, especially in Asian and Indian cuisines.  Fresh or dried, ginger can be used to easily flavor foods and beverages without adding salt or sugar - learn more about ginger here. 

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How To: Chop Rosemary and Thyme
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How To: Chop Rosemary and Thyme

Fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme can make a huge difference in enhancing the flavor of your favorite dishes without added fats, sugar or sodium. Learn how to prep and chop these herbs so you can instantly add fresh herbs to your food straight from your herb garden.

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5 Kitchen Timesavers

Cooking a meal doesn't have to take up your whole day.  Try these 5 kitchen  tips to save time and make cooking fun.

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Freezing Fresh Fruit

Interested in learning how to preserve fresh fruit for future use?  Follow these steps to freeze your fresh fruit with ease!  It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of picking your own fruit.  It's fresh, inexpensive and healthy!

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The Benefits of Home Cooked Meals

Did you know that home cooked meals contain 60 percent less calories than the average restaurant meal, which can typically cost $9 to $25 per person?  That adds up to more than $200 per week for an average family.  Your waist line and pocket book will thank you for choosing to cook at home instead of dining out or convenience foods.

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Meal Planning Rules for Weight Loss

Meal planning nixes pretty much every excuse you have for not cooking. But just like your overall weight-loss plan, your meal plan needs to be individualized to work. Practice these three meal-planning rules and you will be planning like a pro in no time!

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Michigan Grown Fall Harvest Underdogs

When it comes to Michigan produce, people tend to think of cherries, apples and blueberries, but those are just the tip of the grown-in-Michigan iceberg.  In fact, there are many more including these three fruits currently in season. Enjoy the fall harvest!

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