October 2009 - Issue 3

Published: Tue, 10/20/09

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Weekly Newsletter: October 2009 Issue #3

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Tips for Making Your Home Smell Pretty with Dried Lavender

The scent of lavender has been proven to lift people's spirits by fighting depression, can relax the mind after a grueling day, and can even help soothe body aches and pains. When used in our homes, lavender can enhance our moods and make life more enjoyable.Here are some tips for adding the scent of dried lavender to anywhere in your home. READ MORE >>

Great Side Dishes (Diabetic Friendly, too): Baked Squash, Cheddary Cauliflower, Brussel Sprouts

Ready to try some new side dishes for your family meals? Try Baked Squash Texas-style, Cauliflower with Cheddar, or Brussel Sprouts with Yogurt and Pimento to give your meals a new look. These recipes are also good for potlucks, etc. The squash is a very tasty dish with a crunchy topping. The cauliflower recipe has directions for using frozen cauliflower, if you are in a hurry. READ MORE >>

 
 Readers Shared Quotes
"If you keep on doing what you've always done, you'll keep on getting what you've always got."
 
~ W.L. Bateman
 
Shared by: Larry Rodrigues - Sacramento, California

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Tips and Strategies to Avoid the Linen Closet Avalanche
 
Is your linen closet an avalanche waiting to happen? With these tips and strategies, whipping your linen closet into shape will be one of the easiest organizing projects you'll tackle. READ MORE >>
 
 
 Recipe Box:
Asian Lemonade
 
Decadent Peach Crumble Studded with Blueberries
 
 
Pot-luck Halloween Party for Everyone
 
Children favorite holidays are Saint Nicholas (in Belgium) or Christmas, because of the gifts; Carnival (in Europe) because of the costumes, parties and parades; and Halloween. Why do they love Halloween? Adults assume that children love Halloween because children generally love candy. READ MORE >>
 

Home Remedy for Dry Hair

Dry hair tends to be thin and rough. It is susceptible to tangles, damage, breakage and split ends. We suggest a few remedies you can try at home for managing dry hair.  READ MORE >>
 
 
 
 Readers' Tips
Irish Remedy For Dry Hair
 
1/2 bottle beer (any kind)
1/4 cup strawberry yogurt (plain is ok too)
5 capsules of Vitamin E
1/4 cup olive oil
1 beaten egg
 
Break open the vitamin E capsules, add to the rest of the ingredients. Mix until blended. Pour over wet hair then wrap hair in warm towel. Keep on for 20 minutes. Rinse out then wash hair as usual. Leaves your hair soft and shiny.

Shared by: P.T.

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 In This Issue...

Tips for Making Your Home Smell Pretty with Dried Lavender
 
Great Side Dishes (Diabetic Friendly, too): Baked Squash, Cheddary Cauliflower, Brussel Sprouts

Tips and Strategies to Avoid the Linen Closet Avalanche
 
Pot-luck Halloween Party for Everyone

Home Remedy for Dry Hair

Recipe Box: Rice Crust Pizza

Recipe Box: Tropical Coconut and Lime Turkey Soup
 
Readers' Tips: Irish Remedy for Dry Hair
Weekly Columns

 Harvey Mackay

Harvey Mackay

Maintain a Civil Tongue

 Nutrition Notes

Nutrition Notes

Secrets for a Flat Belly?

Nutrition Wise

Nutrition Wise

Q: Are all nuts healthy, or are some more nutritious than others?

Q: Are drinks made with matcha green tea added as super-healthy as they sound?

Q: Are lentils as nutritious as dried beans (such as kidney beans, black beans and garbanzo beans)?

Direct Answers 

Direct Answers

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