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You might have noticed that recently at the end of my posts I have added a Health Note.
This year I want to eat healthier and to "healthify" my recipes.
Making food healthier is all about eating better~
I came across a back issue of Healthy Home Cooking
(Jan. 2009) from the Editors of Live Better America.
I found an article on "How to make your recipes healthier"
I thought I would share some of the tips with you and
Share some "Health Notes" that I found in the magazine.
Grab your apron, head to the kitchen and try a few of these ideas.
Focus On Fat~ To adjust more easily, make a gradual switch from reduced-fat to low-fat and then on to fat-free.
Read labels to find low-fat and…
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