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via people: If you weren’t able to get a reservation at the Cheetos restaurant in New York City last year, now’s your chance to get in on the action. Starting on September 18, a Flamin’ Hot Cheetos-themed restaurant will be opening in Hollywood for three nights only. The Flamin’ Hot Spot will be serving a three-course menu, featuring […]

Soul Food Recipe

  INGREDIENTS 2 eggs ¾ cup milk ⅔ cup seasoned bread crumb 2 tsp dried minced onions 1 tsp salt ½ tsp rubbed sage 1 ½ lb ground beef ¼ cup ketchup 2 Tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp ground mustard ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble […]

via BlackDoctor: The issue of snacking throughout the day has mixed reviews from researchers, trainer, and nutritionists. You might hear stories about people who lost tons of weight by snacking throughout the day, while others blame their obesity on too much snacking. So what is the real answer? Well, unfortunately, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer […]

Family Health

via BlackDoctor: Many of us have been waiting all year long to set up the grill with hot links, burgers and hot dogs. Although delicious, most of the traditional entrees and side dishes served at summer parties but that our gastrointestinal system doesn’t suffer any painful “barbeque blues”, including stomach aches, gas, bloating, belching, and […]

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via BlackDoctor: We’ve all heard the saying, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” and for good reason. Eating a nutritious breakfast in the morning jump starts your metabolism helping you burn more calories during the day. It also helps with mental clarity, gives you fiber and calcium, and helps you perform better. […]

Soul Food Recipe

via foodnetwork: With summer right around the corner, there’s never a better time to brush up on grilling safety. Yes, you may be the master of your grill; however, you can never be too careful. 1. Gas grilling should be done outside the home at least 10 feet away from the house. 2. Check all connections for […]

via BlackDoctor: Summer is quickly approaching and while most will be attending cookouts and day parties it is important to find balance in the foods you are eating. The chicken and ribs are very tempting but don’t forget to nourish your body with fruits in vegetables as well. At a lot of cookouts (at least […]

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via BlackDoctor: Erica Campbell, of award-winning gospel duo Mary Mary, and her syndicated radio show, Get Up Erica!, says you have to take care of yourself no matter what. If you don’t, your body suffers and then the people around you, like your family, end up suffering as well. It’s no secret that both members of Mary […]

via BlackDoctor: Who said you have to spend more money to get more fit? Check out some super inexpensive ways to lose weight and eat healthily: Drink Only Water I don’t care what you say, nothing beats absolutely clean fresh and free water. Water not only wakes your metabolism up but also increases your energy […]

via BlackDoctor: According to the Food and Agriculture Organization 1.3 billion tons of safe food gets lost or wasted every year. Preventing food waste saves money, is good for the environment and supports communities by providing donated food to those who might not have a steady food supply. You can take steps to make your […]

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via nationaldaycalendar: America’s #1 snack food is recognized each year on March 14th.  On National Potato Chip Day, this snack will be enjoyed by millions of people across the country. How the popular potato chip came to be. On August 24, 1853, an unhappy restaurant customer, complaining that his potatoes were too thick and soggy, kept sending them […]

Family Health

via BlackDoctor: Beginning a healthy living lifestyle can sometimes be daunting. From the fear of unknown to fear of failure. This is why it’s important to take things slowly when starting a lifestyle change in order to make the changes stick for the long term. Simple modification to current lifestyles choices as well as finding […]