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Food: How to avoid potential nutrient deficiencies on a vegetarian diet
Metro Creative Connection Individuals choose to adhere to vegetarian diets for a multitude of reasons. Some do so…
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Food: How to be a great campsite cook
Metro Creative Connection Nature enthusiasts often cherish the time they get to spend around a campfire. Whether you’re…
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Food: What’s so great about whole grains?
Metro Creative Connection Grains are an important component of most people’s diets. All grains begin as “whole grains,”…
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Food: Fresh veggies are not exclusive to spring and summer
Metro Creative Connection Spring and summer may be the seasons most often associated with gardening. But people who…
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Food: Märzenbier A centerpiece of Oktoberfest
Metro Creative Connection Oktoberfest is a German celebration that begins in late September and continues into the first…
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Food: 5 reasons to get an air fryer
Metro Creative Connection Air fryers have emerged as must-have items in recent years. Air fryers flew off the…
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Food: Serve up a slice of sweet flavor
Metro Creative Connection Pie is delicious any time of year, but especially when seasonal fruits are included in…
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Food: Essential cooking methods everyone should know
Metro Creative Connection Mastering an assortment of cooking techniques is a key to becoming a great chef, whether…
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Food: Stems, roots and rhizomes: Learn your produce
Metro Creative Connection Fresh fruits and vegetables can be grown at home with relative ease. Home gardening also…
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Food: Local wineries sprouting up in a town year you
Metro Creative Connection Rosé from wineries outside of Washington, D.C? Specific vintages from the Finger Lakes region? Reislings…
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Food: Enjoy a homemade crispy pan pizza
Metro Creative Connection Crunchy, savory pizza is a comfort food that is beloved across the globe. Everyone should…
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Food: Stick to your diet while dining out
Metro Creative Connection Dining out is a treat many people enjoy one or more times a week. Restaurant…
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Food: Who invented the banana split?
Metro Creative Connection Ice cream aficionados enjoy it in many different forms — from cups to cones —…
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Food: How to eat to improve your energy levels
Metro Creative Connection A little extra energy during the day could benefit just about anyone. Late morning mental…
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Food: Added sugars and their effects on weight loss efforts
Metro Creative Connection Added sugars could be compromising people’s effort to lose weight and get fit. A 2009…
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Food: Hazards that could be lurking in drinking water
Metro Creative Connection Life on Earth would not exist without water. Plants and animals rely on fresh water…
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Food: 7 ways to incorporate more blueberries into your diet
Metro Creative Connection Fruits and vegetables are vital components of a nutritious diet, and few foods pack a…
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Food: Serve apple turnovers at summer gatherings
Metro Creative Connection Few fruits have been associated more with America than the apple, due in large part…
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Food: Backyard barbecue essentials
Metro Creative Connection Summer barbecue season is in full swing. Now may be a great time to revisit…
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Food: Bite into these facts about hot dogs
Metro Creative Connection Hot dogs are the yin to the hamburger’s yang. Franks and burgers are a common…
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Food: Tips to grill a juicier burger
Metro Creative Connection Summer weekends wouldn’t be the same without backyard barbecues. And no backyard barbecue is complete…
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Food: Keep healthy items on hand for family snacking
Metro Creative Connection Who hasn’t been spending more time at home lately? Many families have perfected the balance…
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Food: Food’s important role in overall health
Metro Creative Connection Nutrition is a popular topic of conversation, particularly among those embarking on a weight loss…
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Food: A brief comparison of whole milk and some popular alternatives
Metro Creative Connection People avoid traditional cow’s milk for many reasons. Some people have ethical concerns about consuming…
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Food: How doughnuts became so famous
Metro Creative Connection Doughnuts are beloved breakfast staples. A glazed doughnut to go with morning coffee on the…
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David Freeze: More state parks
Editor’s note: David Freeze is a runner, running coach and long-distance cyclist from China Grove in Rowan County.…
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David Freeze: State park visits begin
Editor’s note: David Freeze is a runner, running coach and long-distance cyclist from China Grove in Rowan County.…