The holidays are a difficult time of year for many people especially if they are undergoing obstacles that cause a great deal of stress. Even if your life is a bucket of roses, parties, shopping for gifts, and traveling can be overwhelming. You may have family members or friends staying at your house or may even be dealing with illness. Dr. Alyssa Dweck is a New York-based … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato and Vegetable Latkes
Latkas are a tradition during Hanukkah and I love them as much as the next person. Those luscious potato pancakes with apple sauce or sour cream are hard to pass up. However, if you're fighting a weight battle or are concerned about your cholesterol, it may be better to break with tradition a little. Traditional latke recipes are often high in … [Read more...]
Favorite Family Thanksgiving Recipes
Do you have Thanksgiving recipes you make year after year? I do! I've collected several favorites that I have shared with family and friends over the years and want to share them with you as well. Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday whether it's filled with family members or it's just a few people. That's because it's all about giving rather than receiving. Life … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Soup with Apple and Bourbon
I made this pumpkin soup with apple and bourbon recipe for Halloween using sweet baby pumpkins. Enjoy this Recipe! How to roast a pumpkin to make pumpkin soup Pumpkin is a superfood and healthy in so many ways. This was the first time I ever roasted a pumpkin. It's actually pretty easy, especially because I used small "sugar" pumpkins. All you … [Read more...]
The Best Gifts for Older Women You Love for 2024
If you've hit a brick wall on getting special occasion or holiday gifts to give your mom, grandma, or older women friends then you'll enjoy the gift guide I've put together below. These gifts are appropriate for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Birthdays, the Holidays, or any other day. Older women who have spent decades caring for others put themselves last and deserve … [Read more...]