Keeping it Loose
Want to know the secret to the perfect cup of tea? Aimee Clark of Equator Coffees & Teas shared some great insights with us on all things tea, especially regarding brewing and the benefits loose leaf.
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Honey, I’m Home!
We’ve got some news that’s the bee's knees... Sweet, raw, local and delicious Fresh to Market Honey is returning to our shelves! At long last, Robin and Henry Harlan, longtime suppliers of our local honey, have enough of the sweet stuff to supply Nugget Markets’ Fresh to Market Honey once again. This time around, instead of the squeeze bear, look for our lovely new 12-ounce jars.
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8 Fast Frozen Meals
Trying to eat healthy but too exhausted after work to cook dinner? Or to make a lunch for tomorrow? We don’t blame you, and luckily, that doesn’t have to stop you from having delicious and nutritious meals! Now more than ever there are plenty of frozen meal options available that use quality ingredients, meet various dietary guidelines and are quite tasty, too. Stock up on some of these fast, frozen favorites so you can have a quick meal fix any time.
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Healthy Entrées on Ice
Health Notes by Dr. Liz
If you haven’t taken a stroll down the frozen food aisle for fear that entrées and the like lack the nutrition you want, think twice! The world of frozen entrées abounds with good-for-you choices nowadays. A bit of label reading and applying a few simple principles are all you need to find a healthy option that’s right for you. To help you navigate the frozen entrée aisle, here are a few things to look out for when making your selection.
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Tea Time!
What time is it? Tea time, of course! Whether you enjoy a nice cup of tea with breakfast in the morning, as a midday pick-me-up or as a way to wind down and relax before bed, any time can be tea time. With the wide variety of tea purveyors and types available to choose from, you’re sure to find something that’s just your cup of tea!
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Udderly Dairy!
Health Notes by Dr. Liz
Back in the day, you drank a glass of milk and you knew where it came from—a cow! Check out the dairy section and beverage aisles nowadays, and along with cow’s milk you’ll find other dairy options like goat’s milk. Even with cow’s milk, you can choose fat-free, low-fat or whole milk. The options go on and on!
Not sure which dairy milk is right for you? Here’s the rundown on how they stack up nutritionally.
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Milk vs. “Milk”
Health Notes by Dr. Liz
Whether you’re looking for something to enjoy with your cereal, coffee or cookies, standard dairy milk is not the only option anymore. Along with cow’s, sheep’s and goat’s milk, there are also a variety of alternative “milk” beverages made from a slurry of ground seeds like almond, coconut, soy or rice mixed with water.
Here’s an inside look at how each non-dairy milk alternative stacks up nutritionally.
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All about Almonds
We’re nuts about almonds! These amazing nuts are not only delicious, but also quite healthy and versatile! Nuts and seeds supply a wealth of nutrients like the minerals zinc and selenium, heart-healthy fats and vitamin E, an antioxidant known for its age-fighting abilities.
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For the love of chocolate!
Health Notes with Dr. Liz
Who doesn’t love chocolate? Lately, even scientists do! According to research, eating small amounts of chocolate (a little over an ounce) daily may help protect against heart disease and stroke, as well as boost your sense of well-being.
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Get Saucy
The pigskins are about to fly, and you know what that means—potato skins, barbecue, nachos, hot wings and all things finger-lickin’ good! If you want to amp up the flavor of your football fare, it’s easy!