Articles written by Lisa Ann Schleipfer
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Budget-Conscious Meals
Necessities like milk, bread and eggs have been putting a crunch on many shoppers wallets. Get industry advice on how to reduce your grocery bills.
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Episode Review – Mad Men "Out of Town"
Coming off the stride of Season 2, viewers were expecting more smooth twists and boys-will-be-boys antics for this first episode of the AMC drama, "Out Of Town."
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Start Eating Beans Now
Beans have come a long way from cowboy food in America, destined for more than just chili pots and soup bowls. Beans are just plain good for you.
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The Daily Walking Advantage
Everyone, at some point, has heard it from the doctor. Go for a walk every day. But what are the actual benefits of stepping out of the house and on to the sidewalk?
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The Foundation of the Root Chakra
The root chakra is the first chakra, and is characterized by stability, a will for life, and trust.
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Fish On The Grill
Home cooks can be intimidated by preparing fish properly; grilling fish most of all. This guide makes every fish grilling experience a successful one.
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Simple Homemade Pizza
There is nothing like a hot, fresh pizza. But take-out can pack on the unhealthy ingredients and the calories. Here's how to master the basics of pizza dough and sauce.
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Anxiety And Depression
These two psychological disorders often occur at the same time, although they are two separate illnesses.
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Three Easy Summer Smoothies
The CDC recommends fruits and vegetables for healthy eating; smoothies can provide a perfect daily serving of fruit, on the go!
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Gardening for Health
Around the world, people are discovering the physical and mental health benefits of digging in the dirt.
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Review of Naturally Thin
Natural foods chef and "The Real Housewives of New York City" star Bethenny Frankel shares her healthy eating secrets.
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Binge Eating or Disordered Eating?
Everyone overeats from time to time, at Sunday dinners, holidays or parties. But binge eating is an entirely different type of eating too much.
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Substance Abusing Parents
More than half of men and almost three quarters of women in substance abuse programs have children.
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Dutch Oven Basics
From humble beginnings, the Dutch oven is a versatile piece of cookware that can go from stovetop to oven to refrigerator and back again.
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Balancing the Image of PTSD
The perception of PTSD as nothing more than "battle fatigue" is a thing of the past in American society. Or is it?
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Holistic Addiction Treatment
Holistic addiction programs can allow a more complete recovery, by addressing social, emotional and physical issues surrounding the client's addiction.
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Vegetarian Walnut Bowtie Pasta
This vegetarian pasta dish comes together easily in a few minutes, for an easy weeknight meal that is high on nutrition and easy on the budget.
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Motivating your Diabetic Partner to Exercise
In all aspects, the type 2 diabetic needs the support of a friend, spouse or partner to motivate and support the healthy diabetic lifestyle.
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When Drug Use Becomes Abuse
Last fall, SAMHSA reported substance abuse treatment was on the rise over the past 10 years. The question becomes, when should an abuser seek treatment?
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Why We Watch "The Bachelor"
The 13th installment of ABC's "The Bachelor" once again ended in dramatic heartache, leaving viewers to wonder: Why do we keep watching this show?
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Binge-Eating Disorder and Excess Weight
Addressing the issue of obesity and excess weight in binge-eating disorder is resulting in weight loss treatment options for those with BED.
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Third Eye Chakra Aromatherapy
Learn one method of forehead chakra therapy to help maintain physical symptoms from a sixth chakra imbalance.
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Salad On The Side
The beauty of a salad is that it can compliment any meal, be prepared in minutes, and offer you and your family a nutritional powerhouse of a side dish.
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How to Make Basic Vinaigrettes
Don't sacrifice flavor and freshness for store-bought vinaigrette, turning out home-made vinaigrette is as easy as finding a whisk, a bowl and some choice ingredients.
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Yoga And Quitting Smoking
Yoga has been shown to help those dealing with anxiety and even asthma, therefore yoga should help potential non-smokers on their quest to quit.
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Exercising Smart with Type 2 Diabetes
Many people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are told to either add or keep exercise in their normal routine, but many don't realize the benefits of regular exercise.
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The Ultimate in Sugar Cookies
Sugar cookies are traditionally baked at holiday time, but this versatile recipe works any time of year!
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Kids, Drug Abuse, and the Medicine Cabinet
Gone are Images of youth and drugs in a dark alley; government surveys are showing the real danger is lurking in a prescription bottle.
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Gifting Christmas Cookies
If it seems too late in the season, or your gift list is already filled out, never fear, these tips can prepare you for Christmas 2009!
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Thanksgiving and Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is beginning to peek out from behind the can and find itself in the role of versatile taste bud tingler.
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Seeking Alcohol Treatment
In 2006 17 million Americans identified themselves as "heavy" drinkers, which translates to almost 7 percent of the population having a problem with alcohol. [1]
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Trauma and Eating Disorders
Research into the effects of trauma, such as sexual assault or childhood abuse, are showing more and more direct links to development of eating disorders.
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Christmas Sugar Cookie Tips
Baking your own Christmas sugar cookies may seem like a daunting task, but these tips will get anyone into the holiday baking mood.
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Bulimia: The Binge/Purge Cycle
The binge/purge cycle as found in bulimia nervosa has the ability to perpetuate itself, making this eating disorder a dangerous and debilitating illness.
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Apples are the Perfect Food
The CDC estimates each American eats 120 apples a year. At about 80 calories each and packed with vitamins and nutrients, it's easy to see why apples are the perfect food
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Transitioning from Summer to Fall Seasonal Food
When warm days are still lingering, and September is beckoning, carefully incorporating fall seasonal food with summer cooking makes for delightful new dishes.
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