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5 Tips on How to Prevent Diabetes

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The human body was designed for movement and regular physical activity is necessary for good health and wellness. The most effective way to lose excess weight, and then maintain a healthy weight range, is to change your diet and improve your nutrition. Cook your own meals at home and avoid fast food and highly-processed foods.

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How to Build a Bird Feeder from Recycled Materials

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Soda bottle and spoon bird feeder. You will need: Washed soda bottle. If you have used a large soda bottle, repeat this process on the other side of the bottle. These are great winter food for hungry birds as they need the fat to keep warm as well as the seeds and grains for nutrition. 1 or 2 wooden spoons.

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Pumpkin Muffins with Crumble Topping

Saving With Shellie

The original recipe had twice as much sugar, 100% refined flour, and less nutrition from a smaller amount of pumpkin. #1 One WHOLE CAN OF PUMPKIN = LESS waste and MORE nutrition. 2 tsp baking soda. Combine the flour, ½ cup oats, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.

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6 Proven Tips for How to Get More Sleep

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Lack of sleep can have far-reaching health implications as well as being annoying and leaving you tired for the next day. Try eating 6 small meals a day instead of 3 big meals, especially if you are not able to have your evening meal well before bed time. Limit sodas, caffeine drinks and alcohol. Something had to be done.

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Healthy Habits To Keep You Living Younger Longer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I have a loving spouse and am surrounded by family as well as online and offline friends and acquaintances. Nutrition. I’m not the best example on nutrition and I do love to eat a tad too much. Supplements are something that you might consider as well, with your doctor’s agreement.

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Unilever Spreads are Good to Know and Giveaway #G2KHoliday

Nicoles Nickels

Well, we feel strongly that our spreads are not only a better nutrition option than butter, but they’ll also keep your holiday recipes tasting delicious. baking soda 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 package (12 oz.) Beat in vanilla, egg and baking soda. . · Are 70% less fat than butter per serving. Stir in flour until blended.

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How I Spent $425 on Groceries in March

Family Balance Sheet

I’m trying to find that balance of staying within a set budget while still eating well. We were all well fed and quite happy. Soda or any form of drinks (outside of coffee and tea bags) are rarely on my grocery list. I have been diligently challenging myself to spend less at the grocery store this year.

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