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Start Off With a Med Salad

If you’re looking for a more healthful way of eating as you start the new year, consider the Mediterranean …

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Something Good to Eat

Over the past month there have been many articles in the newspaper, on the web and also on television …

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Holiday Food Myths Busted

Remember that old television show called MythBusters? It focused on popular beliefs, old wives tales, internet rumors and other …

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All About Poinsettias

Everything you want to know about Poinsettias How to choose the right poinsettia for you? Decorating with poinsettias Growing poinsettias in the …

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Mindful Eating

The Holiday Challenge has started! The challenge is to maintain our weight during the holiday season. This is a …

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Holiday Survival Tips

The holidays can challenge even the healthiest eaters. We’re offering up a few tips that can help you get …

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Pumpkin the Med Way

N.C. Cooperative Extension Service and NC State University has a wonderful educational program called Med Instead of Meds. This …

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Ferment That

Our Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent, Avery Ashley, is really into fermentation. He recently shared his knowledge and skills …

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