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Aromatherapy’s Role in the Home

Home is the heart of the family, so of course you want to create a clean, comfortable, relaxing environment at home. Aromatherapy is a wonderfully natural and effective way do this. Here are some aromatherapy cleaning recipes and a guide to some common essential oils that are wonderful for mood enhancement. Aromatherapy for Cleaning There …

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Recipe: Garlicky Potato and Kolbassa Skillet

Kolbassa pieces are the main ingredient in this simple, skillet dinner that is sure to become a family favorite. Garlicky Potato and Kolbassa Skillet Ingredients 15 ml (1 tbsp.) olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 large Yukon potatoes, diced into 1 cm (½ in.) pieces 1 pkg. 375g Piller’s Kolbassa …

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Mussels with Balsam Fir and Salt Roasted Pearl Onions: 100% Sustainable, 100% Delicious

As the world population grows, so does the demand for seafood – but our oceans cannot keep up. Our love of the fruits of the sea is putting enormous pressure on the marine environment and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is doing their part to help you learn about the issues. According to a 2010 …

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Recipe: North African Salad

 With warmer weather, more people turn to fun outdoor activities, especially after a long cold winter. Diet and exercise are the key ingredients of a healthy lifestyle, and fresh salads and other summertime delicacies abound. One particularly healthful diet trend is the Mediterranean diet, so named after the tastes and habits of the people living …

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How to Grow a Pineapple Plant from a Grocery Store Pineapple

Did you know you can plant a pineapple from the cutting of a grocery store pineapple fruit? If you want to try it out, the earlier the better! Pineapples take time to grow. In fact, once you plant a pineapple stem in your garden, it can take about two years for the plant to reach …

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Recipe: Grilled Pulled Pork Pizza

Whether you’re planning a small get-together with friends, or an all-out backyard bash, a great menu is a good starting point. “If you love summer entertaining but you’re tired of burgers, it’s easy to switch it up.” says Frank Spadafina, the food product development manager with Walmart. “A grilled pizza is a great way to …

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Pet Profile: The Devoted Basset Hound

If you melt at the sight of big sad eyes, you may not be able to resist buying a Basset Hound puppy. These dogs have eyes that would melt even the hardest heart and a sweet and loving disposition to boot. The Basset Hound has a keen sense of smell and can track scents almost …

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Gluten Free Spaghetti with Potatoes, Roasted Peppers, and Aromatic Herb Pesto

Have a guest with celiac or gluten-sensitivities coming over for dinner and have no idea what to make or where to start? “Preparing a meal for someone with gluten sensitivities can often feel like a daunting task, especially with the prominence of gluten in so many different foods,” says Home Economist and cookbook author, Mairlyn …

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Retro Recipe: Sloppy Joes

Revisit your childhood with the flavors of a retro classic made more nutritious with whole foods including mushrooms. Sloppy Joes Serves 4 Prep Time: 20 mins. Cook Time: 15 mins. Ingredients: 2 cups coleslaw blend – 500 mL ¼ cup chopped green onion – 60 mL ¼ cup coleslaw dressing – 60 mL 8 oz …

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Aromatherapy’s Role in an Easier Pregnancy

Pregnancy is both a wonderful time and an also a time for stress and apprehension.  Aromas have a powerful effect on our bodies and can influence our emotional state.  Aromatherapy roughly translates as “treatment with scents.”  It is the practice of using essential oils as a therapy to go with the program your doctor has …

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