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Cooking with Fall Harvest

Fall is in full swing in Massachusetts. In New England, we have access to many amazing seasonal fruits and vegetables throughout this chilly season. As cucumbers, tomatoes, and berries fade out, squash, apples, and other delicious food arrives. Although apple…

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Celebrating Culture in October

There is a crispness in the air in October. Amidst the weather change, there is also a lot to celebrate. Between September 15 through October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Throughout this month, many Latin American countries celebrate their…

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Healthy Snacks for Back-to-School

It is officially time to head back to school! You may have a kindergartener headed to the classroom for the first time or a middle schooler jumping back into the school year routine. No matter what, food during the school…

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And it’s August

One of the great things about living in Massachusetts is that we get to experience all four seasons. August, especially, can feel bittersweet. Even while we’re trying to stay cool, we know, in a short time, we’ll be looking for…

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Making Physical Activity Fun

School is out and as parents, we will be looking for ways to overcome the inevitable “Summer boredom” heard from our children over the next few months. Well, have we got a fix for you!  This Summer, step up your…

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Let’s Start a Garden

Let’s plant something! It’s not too late to start that garden you were thinking about this past winter. To help you out, we have LOTS of resources for you. Read on to get some new recipes, learn how to purchase…

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Flavorful Cooking at Home!

Recently while on vacation, my family and I decided to try a new protein for dinner that we would be making on the grill, catfish!  Not only did we save money, but we expanded our palates for seafood together.  We…

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Eat a Variety of Foods!

One of the best ways we can care for ourselves is to eat a variety of foods from each of the five food groups.  This means balancing your plate with protein, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy.  Together, these…

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Planning Meals Saves Money!

Welcome back! We’re continuing to celebrate National Nutrition Month. This week we will share tips to plan meals, save money, and share resources available right here in Massachusetts. Read on! We all experience times when we cannot think of what…

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National Nutrition Month 2023

#NationalNutritionMonth It’s National Nutrition Month! Each week we are going to provide information reflecting the theme for this year, Fuel for the Future. This week we will provide tips to incorporate more plant-based foods, tips to reduce your carbon footprint,…

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