Healthy Lunch Tips

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Pack tortillas or whole grain breads, crackers, or bagels in your child’s lunchbox. Add chopped celery, shredded carrots or apples, and grapes to tuna or egg salad sandwiches for a more nutritious meal.  Read More →

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Lower Acid In Tomatoes

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Lower the acid from the tomatoes in spaghetti sauce by adding a pinch of baking soda, which can help to neutralize stomach acid.  Read More →

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Cleaning the Kitchen Sink

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Keep kitchen faucet handles clean, as bacteria grow anywhere that dampness is present. Frequently wash faucets with soap and hot water. Rinse and allow to air dry.  Read More →

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Using Paper Towels

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Use clean paper towels that you can throw away to clean up spills from kitchen surfaces. Wet dishcloths provide the perfect environment for bacteria to grow, increasing the likelihood of cross contamination when preparing meals.  Read More →

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Kitchen Sponges

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Prevent spreading food borne pathogens in your kitchen by tossing out sponges as they could be harboring tens of millions of disease causing bacteria. A wet sponge is even worse as bacteria can thrive for up to two weeks in moisture.  Read More →

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Cleaning Copper

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Sanitize and polish a copper kitchen countertop or copper cookware by pouring lemon juice over the surface. Sprinkle a cup of coarse salt, and then wait a minute or two before wiping off using a clean cloth and warm water.  Read More →

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Healthy Food Handling

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If you have any kind of a cut, scratch or rash on your hands, wear disposable gloves when preparing food or handling kitchen utensils. Remember to wash your hands even while wearing gloves to prevent the spread of germs.  Read More →

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Weight Loss Tips

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Avoid eating too much broccoli and spinach if you are trying to lose weight. Although these leafy green vegetables provide an excellent source of nutrients, they also contain chemicals, which can suppress thyroid function, slowing weight loss.  Read More →

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Cleaning Can Openers

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Clean the blade of either a hand cranked or electric can opener after each use to keep bacteria from contaminating the food in the opened can. An old toothbrush dipped into dishwashing detergent or rubbing alcohol makes the job easy.  Read More →

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BBQ Red Peppers

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Barbeque red bell peppers on the grill. They taste great when soaked in olive oil, seasoned with freshly chopped herbs and spices, and then served with grated parmesan cheese liberally sprinkled on top.  Read More →

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