It’s pumpkin season! In addition to its impressive canvas for creative carving, pumpkin also happens to have an impressively productive nutrient profile – rich in fiber, potassium, beta-carotene and vitamin C. Fiber fills you up and keeps you full; potassium helps the heart; and beta-carotene (vitamin A) is great for vision and strengthening the immune … Read More
For many of us, the coming holidays — from Thanksgiving to Hannukah and Christmas and into celebrations of a new year — bring with them friends, family and lots of food. It’s easy to get caught up in all festivities and frivolity, and often, the busy, hectic schedules they create. Moving too fast and doing … Read More
Every parent wants their little angel to act like one, but if you’re not emphasizing the importance of good manners early, you’re setting yourself (and your child) up for some hard lessons later. But raising well-mannered children goes far beyond teaching basic table skills. Other aspects include learning to share; apologizing; saying “please,” “thank you” … Read More
This is real-deal tortilla soup, here. True to its name, the entire base of the soup is thickened with charred corn tortillas that add a delightfully authentic and deliciously complex flavor to this cold-weather favorite. This is a stick-to-your-ribs dish loaded with antioxidant- rich tomatoes, fiber-filled black beans and plenty of lean-protein-packed roasted chicken. Top … Read More
When she received her breast cancer diagnosis, Montgomery native Jannah Bailey took a normal knee-jerk reaction to the news and turned it on its head, finding the strength to fight. But she wasn’t alone. An army of friends and family stood beside her to help. Tell us about your cancer diagnosis and treatment.I had noticed … Read More
Fall is finally starting to peek around the corner, and when that crisp air hits there’s nothing better than a plate of a creamy, comfort-filled food. Here’s a healthy, hearty pasta dish with a sauce that’s so good you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful. And you should! Inspired by everyone’s-favorite macaroni and cheese … Read More
Leaves are donning their autumn outfits, trading green for all variations of scarlet, orange and gold, setting entire hillsides and forests ablaze in brilliant displays of these fall hues. Take some time to check out these favorite spots in Alabama (mostly in the northern half of the state) that always put on a fabulous seasonal … Read More
“Going green” is a movement that’s been gaining momentum for decades, but if you’re not already onboard this train or if in the hustle and bustle of busy life, you’ve let some of your green habits go, use this quick list of easy changes to discover or remember how just a few simple steps can … Read More
How would you describe the faces of hunger? Adults who skip meals to feed their children; children who do not have food available, especially when school is out; parents who work multiple jobs but still have trouble making ends meet; and grandparents who are living on a fixed income but are responsible for raising grandchildren … Read More