mythbusters: how healthy is your granola?

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When most people think of healthy eating, granola is one of the first foods that spring to mind. But a closer look reveals that it's not always "good-for-you" food. Here are tips on how to tell how healthy your granola is, along with a recipe for a wholesome, homemade version.

panic in the pantry! 22 off-the-shelf dinners when there's no time to cook!

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Stock up on 44 basic ingredients now and you can put together a savory, satisfying supper any night of the week, even when you don't have time to shop first. Then explore 22 of the infinite number of recipes you can make with your well-stocked pantry!

feed your kid an edge for breakfast! 7 brain-boosting breakfasts to encourage school success

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Studies show that eating a nutritious breakfast gives kids a real edge at school. Here are 7 brain-boosting morning meals you can make in minutes!

fastest way to a fantastic dinner? try one of these shortcuts!

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Whether you’re a skilled cook or culinarily challenged, you’ll love these easy recipes that cut corners on prep time, not flavor!

homemade meals to go! dash & dine recipes for on-the-go families

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how to raise can-do kids without raising the roof

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moms tell their no-scolding secrets to instilling responsibility...

start an after-school enrichment co-op!

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more enrichment for your kid. free afternoons for you.

simple swaps: pack a leaner lunchbox in 5 easy steps

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The recommended daily limit for saturated fat is 16 grams. That’s for a grownup. Shockingly, many school kids eat that much or more for lunch. But with a few simple swaps, you can cut more than 13 grams of saturated fat and 50 grams of total fat out of your kid’s lunchbox.

breakfast brain boost

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Experts say the right breakfast can boost school performance. Here’s your cheat sheet for 5 yummy, nutritious options you can make in 5 minutes or less!

confessions of a shortcut chef!

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Pineapple Cashew Quick Chick and Streamlined Lasagna