Leanne Ely: Eat your veggies

Dinner Diva column by Leanne Ely
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There are times in a child’s life that he or she needs training. We all remember teaching our children how to use the potty, or how to cross the street or call 911. What we hate to admit as the older, wiser adult is that we (albeit old dogs), need to learn a few new tricks. Read more

Leanne Ely: Fiber tips

Column by Leanne Ely
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If you’re looking for a way to bulk up your diet without bulking up your backside, the answer is fiber. It makes all the difference and will keep your body regular (if you know what I mean) and will fill you up so eating less is easier. Here’s how you do it:

Let’s start with breakfast. Look for cereals with 10 grams or more of fiber – it’ll be listed under nutritional facts. Measure out a cup of cereal, throw on a splash of nonfat or low-fat milk, add some fresh or frozen berries and you’re fibered up and ready to start your day. Read more