Microwaves – Keeping the Heat Out of the Kitchen

Microwaves – Keeping the Heat Out of the Kitchen

It’s hot outside, so the last thing you want is to have meal prep turn your kitchen into an inferno. You could easily whip up a salad or sandwich, but you’ve gone to that well so often that they bore you now. Instead, maybe look to an old friend — the microwave oven....
Water Activity Workouts

Water Activity Workouts

Next time you hit the beach, try a new aquatic activity, like stand up paddleboarding (SUP), kayaking, swimming, or surfing. Water activities are great forms of exercise. Even when you can’t make it to the beach, you can work out at the local pool. Water activities...
National Blueberry Month

National Blueberry Month

National Blueberry Month honors one of North America’s most beloved fruits. The blueberry is a small, round, blue-colored fruit native to North America. Whether you prefer them fresh, frozen, baked, or blended into a smoothie, there’s no denying that...
Keep on Grilling

Keep on Grilling

Grilling is a great way to enjoy food with family and friends during warm summer nights[1] [2] . However, regular maintenance is essential to keep your grill functioning properly and to produce delicious meals. Here are some tips on how to maintain your grill: Clean...
Why Where Sunglasses?

Why Where Sunglasses?

It’s time for fun in the sun. You probably wear sunscreen to protect your body from the harmful effects of sun exposure. Don’t forget to cover up your eyes. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can lead to eye cancer and cataracts. Your eyes can even be sunburned. Here are...
Freeze It!

Freeze It!

Freezing is a simple way to preserve summertime bounty. With protection, frozen foods retain the nutritional content, color, texture, and flavor they have when harvested. Starting at 0° F, microbes become dormant, so microorganisms that cause foods to spoil stop...