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Fresh Fish Hot Off the Grates: 5 tips for perfectly grilled seafood

(Family Features) Whether you're a seasoned grilling expert or new to backyard barbecuing, expanding your menu with seafood offers a fun, flavorful way to bring life to outdoor entertaining. Master the art of grilled seafood with these tips.

6 Expert Tips to Keep Your Routine on Track Ahead of National Exercise Day

(BPT) - Wellness is a full-body experience that requires creativity to avoid burning out and losing sight of your end goal. Ahead of National Exercise Day on April 18, Sports RD, Dawn Jackson …
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Florida avocado tree; UF/IFAS expert offers tips to grow your own 
Did you know Florida avocados have less fat than the popular Hass variety, making them the lean, green star of your fiesta spread? With 60% more potassium than bananas, they bring a nutritional punch to every bite.
Andre the Farmer: "Plant everything you can get your hands on"
"I want to talk to you and encourage you to get your first, second, or even 100th fruit tree. Our climates are ideal for growing subtropical and many tropical fruit trees."
Farmworkers at Del Bosque Farms pick and pack melons on a mobile platform in Firebaugh, Calif., in July 2021.
Providing farmworkers with health insurance is worth it for their employers − new research
The study determined that if 20% more farmworkers got health insurance coverage, they would have earned $23,063 a year in 2022, up from $22,482 if they did not. In this scenario, their employers would earn $7,303 in net profits per worker annually versus $6,598.
With the citrus industry at a crossroads, growers are looking for any solution to cope with the deadly citrus greening disease. Scientists see genetic editing as one potential avenue to rescue Florida’s signature crop, and consumer perceptions of the technology are key. The University of Florida will conduct a survey to gauge consumer preferences in this area.
In the battle against citrus greening, consumers will tell growers their perceptions of genetic editing
This work will help guide scientists, citrus growers, and others in the industry with insights into consumers’ perceptions, attitudes, and preferences for gene editing and modification in citrus. 
A shopper who gets SNAP benefits shops for groceries at a supermarket in Bellflower, Calif., on Feb. 13, 2023.
Lawmakers eye SNAP cuts, which would scale back benefits that help low-income people buy food at a time of high food prices
SNAP helps nearly 42 million people put food on the table, including 1 in 5 children. Americans can usually qualify for SNAP benefits if their income is under 130% of the federal poverty line. A shopper who gets SNAP benefits shops for groceries at a supermarket in Bellflower, Calif., on Feb. 13, 2023. AP Photo/Allison Dinner Tracy Roof , University of …
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Tackle Your Family's Hunger with a Touch of Heat

(Family Features) If your family's meals are growing boring, all you need is a touch of heat to bring new life to the menu. With just the right balance of heat and honey, these Hot Honey Chicken Meatball Subs feature delicious sizzle and mouthwatering flavor. Solve afternoon hunger pangs with these Hot Honey Chicken Rice Crackers and Ranch Dip, loaded with the sweet heat of hot honey chicken and baked to crispy perfection.

Fresh, Filling Springtime Salads

(Family Features) When the crisp air of spring tickles your face and sunrays splash you with warmth, you know salad season has arrived. Consider this Greek Beet and Watermelon Rice Salad, a Greek-inspired Jasmine rice dish loaded with fresh, tangy flavors that are sure to please your taste buds. Fresh herbs, tomatoes, corn, basmati rice and a simple vinaigrette make Spring Corn and Rice Salad another delicious seasonal side.

A Simple, Savory Taco Solution

(Culinary.net) Skip the hot skillet and let your slow cooker do the work for your next taco night.
Elevate outdoor entertaining with petunias and pansies
(BPT) - Love to entertain? Wave® Petunias and Pansies offer an easy and impactful way to create a welcoming, lively atmosphere for any outdoor gathering. From setting a colorful backdrop to …
The 5 Best Guadalajara Experiences for Arts, Culture and Culinary Lovers
(BPT) - Love diving into a rich heritage of food, art and history — in a city with a cool, contemporary vibe? As the birthplace of iconic Mexican heritage including tequila, mariachi, …
Save your smile: Cut back on carbonated drinks.
Are Carbonated Drinks Bad For Your Teeth?
by Dr. Kyle Dosch   (NAPSI)—You may know sugar-sweetened beverages are bad for your teeth, but did you know carbonated beverages can also be harmful to your smile in other ways? It’s true, …

Hot take: 3 reasons cheesecake is not just for dessert anymore

(BPT) - Cheesecake is having a moment — and it's not just after a celebratory steak dinner in a fancy restaurant. That's right, you can have cheesecake anytime morning, noon or night. Feeling …

4 fabulous reasons to eat more fish this spring

(BPT) - March is National Nutrition Month, the perfect time to review your diet and eating habits so you can make informed decisions about your food choices. As you take stock of your fridge, …

Hop to it! Tips for Effortless Easter Hosting

(BPT) - Celebrating with family is all about spending time together, enjoying each other's company and making the most of the season. To make your Easter gathering even more memorable, add your own …

A Springtime Twist on Classic Chicken Soup

(Family Features) This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup calls to mind those classic brothy soups from when you were a kid but with a flavorful spring twist. Serve with fresh cucumber sandwiches for a veggie-forward meal.
91 fast food breakfast sandwiches ranked by nutritional value
Hers analyzed 91 fast food breakfast sandwiches to find the best and worst options based on nutrition.
Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Teachers and Nurses This May
(BPT) - Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5–9) and National Nurses Week (May 6–12) are dedicated times to recognize the vital contributions of teachers and nurses in our communities. From …
How to effortlessly elevate outdoor entertaining
(BPT) - Whether it's a backyard gathering, a park picnic or a casual evening on the patio, spring and summer offer countless opportunities to entertain in the fresh air.Bezel, the newest addition to …

How one innovative company is addressing the rising costs of coffee

(BPT) - Whether it's served hot or iced, sweetened or black, coffee remains one of the most popular beverages in the United States — and the world. According to Drive Research, 73% of Americans …

Why gluten-free baking is having a moment

(BPT) - Consumers are increasingly choosing easy, convenient foods to support their active, busy lifestyles. This trend includes ready-to-bake treats such as brownies and cookies, but with …

Serve Up a One-Pot Time-Saver

(Culinary.net) This Skillet Lasagna is a one-pot solution that makes cleanup a breeze so you can skip the craziness of home cooking.

Homemade Happiness: Create a better brunch at home

(Family Features) Whether it's a lazy day with the family or a weekend morning with friends, brunch is an ideal way to share tasty food and create memories with those you love.

Bring the Family Together with Baked Breakfast Pizzas

(Culinary.net) If you feel like it's a struggle to get the entire family together for a meal, it might be time to put fun back on the menu.

A saucy newcomer brings new flavors and new life to baked beans
(BPT) - Canned baked beans as we know them today have been a staple in the American diet since the late 1800s, and today one in four households enjoys this classic side dish. Launched in 2023, Saucy …
Collard greens − a staple of diets across the African diaspora. Bronwen Powell/Abderrahim Ouarghidi, CC BY
How an unexpected observation, a 10th-century recipe and an explorer’s encounter with a cabbage thief upend what we know about collard greens’ journey to the American South
Collards may have arrived in southern Morocco via early Muslim traders, and Morocco may have been a stop in the journey the vegetables took to America.
Experts predict that egg prices will keep climbing in 2025.
Egg prices soar as outdated supply chains crack under pressure
Consumers and politicians blame cage-free egg laws and bird flu outbreaks for high egg prices. But the root cause is an outdated supply chain system.
Creative Easter Cakes
(Family Features) Sweet, delicious treats make Easter celebrations magical, putting the final touch on brunch, lunch or dinner gatherings.
A brief history of the s'more, America’s favorite campfire snack
Every summer, millions of marshmallows will be toasted over fires across America. Many will be used as an ingredient in the quintessential summer snack: the s’more. Eating gooey marshmallows …
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Hims calculated the average price of a serving of eight protein-rich foods to determine the most cost effective way to add more protein to a diet.

Hims calculated the average price of a serving of eight protein-rich foods to determine the most cost effective way to add more protein to a diet.
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