Articles written by Peggy Williams

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Coupon Sources
Keep your eyes open for blinkies, peelies and catalinas when searching out discount possibilities. Try the internet and mail-in rebates as well.
May 4, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Get Started in Couponing by Planning and Organizing
Although some effort is required, a system for sorting and storing coupons will ensure they are utilized for the greatest savings.
Apr 22, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Health Aspects of Vegetarian Diet
Here are some benefits of plant-based food plans that may convince you to try one or, at least, a modified version.
Apr 8, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Detox
This is a workable program for most everyone to cleanse the digestive system and improve overall health at the same time.
Mar 22, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Spring Cleaning for the Body
A cleansing of the digestive system is beneficial with some choices being fruits and vegetables, or liquids, such as juices.
Mar 9, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Review: 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life
This book emphasizes foods to add to your diet while limiting, but not eliminating, not-so-healthy favorites.
Feb 23, 2010 - Peggy Williams
High-Fiber On-the-Go Breakfast
With this Pumpkin Cookie, the morning meal is quick to grab and tastes good without the sodium and sugar in commercial bars.
Feb 12, 2010 - Peggy Williams
How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar Externally
Apple cider vinegar can ease some types of pain and kill infections when used externally.
Feb 5, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Take Apple Cider Vinegar for Health
Apple cider vinegar could work as well as medicines in some cases without the often dangerous side effects.
Feb 3, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Tips on Avoiding Time Wasters
Know what individual life goals are and insure time is spent doing the things that will lead to accomplishment of them.
Jan 8, 2010 - Peggy Williams
Pineapple and Cherry Christmas Cake
Jokes about the candied confection abound, but no such sugared bits will be found in this Christmas dessert.
Dec 9, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Using the Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults
Increased quantities of some nutrients coupled with decreased activity and possible impaired absorption are the challenges facing senior citizens
Nov 15, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Black Tea Health Benefits
Several studies show green or black tea reduces the risk of heart disease, and helps protect teeth and guard against some cancers.
Nov 6, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Herbs and Other Natural Cold/Allergy Remedies
Herbs and saline sinus washes are just two of the natural safe ways to boost your immune system and fight off colds and allergies all year.
Oct 21, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Increased Portions Sabotage Weight Loss
People today are accustomed to eating extra-large helpings of food in restaurants as well as at home.
Oct 3, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Review - Born to be Big
In this Newsweek article (September 21, 2009), Sharon Begley relates fetal chemical exposure to more fat cells and obesity.
Sep 22, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Pets Contribute to a Healthy Life
Research is now acknowledging what pet owners have always known, that their animals make them healthier.
Sep 14, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Why Omega 3 is in Short Supply in Today's Diet
Only recently has omega 3 begun to be recognized as necessary to our overall health. Another polyunsaturated fat, omega 6, was discovered in the 1930's, but it was anoth
Sep 2, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Recipe Alterations for Health and Family Tastes
Any recipe can be adapted to your desire for healthy meals as well as your family's likes/dislikes.
Aug 27, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Smoking and its Effect on Your Overall Health
Smoking hazards and warnings are known by all, but it also affects how your body's organs perform and use essential nutrients.
Jul 10, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Hormone Replacement During & After Menopause
Choices for the relief of menopausal symptoms today are more varied, but also require you to be informed of their risks.
Jul 2, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Alternative and Integrative Medicine
Use of natural and medical remedies tailored to your specific health challenges may be the solution for optimal health.
Jun 21, 2009 - Peggy Williams
How to Supplement Wisely
The key to using such health enhancers is to know your health risks and follow expert advice as to appropriate diet and supplementation.
Jun 11, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Review: The Sonoma Diet
This program closely resembles the Mediterranean diet. Satisfaction is key due, in large part, to its inclusion of the good fats in olive oil and nuts.
Jun 6, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Loss of Nutrients After Leaving the Store
Even if you pick fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables at the grocery, the very health benefits you are striving for may not reach your body cells.
May 27, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Why Our Purchased Food Lacks Nutrients?
In today's world, produce often doesn't contain the nutrients it is credited with. Even supplements may not be as healthy as advertisers would have us believe.
May 19, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Using Herb Combinations
Try adding a few different herbs when cooking. Old standbys (think chicken) will take on completely different characters depending on how they are seasoned.
May 4, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Health Aspects of Herbs
Before there was aspirin or digitalis, early man relied on plants for pain relief and healing. Europeans still use herbal cures almost daily.
Apr 24, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Simple Habit Changes for Weight Loss
It isn't always possible to change our circumstances, i.e. quit your job. However, you can plan for daily obstacles and find solutions to support your nutrition goals.
Apr 8, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Bathroom Storage and Organization
Vertical space is often wasted and many storage pieces from other areas are ideal solutions for bathrooms. Towel bars can be hung high on a door for easy accessibility.
Mar 30, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Food Substitutes for Recipe Ingredients
Here is a handy list of certain foods with their respective substitutes that could be used instead. Most ingredients have a suitable alternative option.
Mar 14, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Baked Cabbage Recipe
Cooking for a long period of time gives the sweet cooked onion and garlic flavors time to permeate the whole head of cabbage and it's a healthy cruciferous vegetable.
Mar 10, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Tips for Making Your Own Healthy Foods Easily
Ready-made products contain chemicals plus excess fat and salt. Some of these are easy to prepare at home plus they will be healthier and cheaper.
Feb 2, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Healthy Cooking Shortcuts
Quick-cooking strategies and new food preparation techniques will reduce unhealthy intake of such items as fat and salt for improved health and weight loss.
Feb 1, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Kitchen Cabinet and Drawer Organization
Prevent everything falling from shelves when retrieving one item. Key is using bins, baskets or racks to hold similar items. You can pull the bin down for easy access.
Jan 22, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Are Stem Cells a Magic Bullet for Cancer?
Embryonic stem cell research is ongoing, but has ethical issues. Adult stem cells offer new possibilities, i.e. give them embryonic-like traits, but bring new questions
Jan 15, 2009 - Peggy Williams
Overcoming Loss of Hand Strength in the Kitchen
Daily tasks may be an ordeal as we get older or injured. Trying to chop onion for a healthy stir-fry makes us resort to cheese and crackers. Let gadgets help!
Jan 1, 2009 - Peggy Williams