Healthy Cooking

Forget Fish Oils. Are Algae Oils an Omega-Rich Solution to Overfishing?

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Published Jan. 16, 2010 at 7:34 p.m.

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Image via: TheAgonist.org To fish oil or not to fish oil has been the ongoing question among wellness- and eco-minded folks such as myself. For good reason, too. The benefits from omega-3 supplements are hard to give up: healthy skin, hair and joints in addition to their ability to fight heart disease, Alzheimer's, and depression. But the benefits hardly justify the fact that our fondness for fatty acids are threatening our ecosystems and ...

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Smithwick's Irish Stew - Elizabeth Baldwin

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Published Sept. 25, 2009 at 12:03 a.m.

By: Lastar WellnessThis is a great recipe for crisp fall evenings, Sunday football with friends and family, and warming up from the winter cold. Serve with a hot crusty bread and butter. Refrigerate or freeze leftovers as this stew is often better the next day! -- posted by Lastar Wellness ...

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Tuna and Tomato French Bread Pizzas

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Published Sept. 24, 2009 at 2:14 p.m.

By: Lastar Wellness -- posted by Lastar Wellness ...

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Herb-Roasted Root Vegetables

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Published Sept. 21, 2009 at 3:54 p.m.

Diabetic Friendly Recipe -- posted by Lastar Wellness ...

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes-With Bay Leaf

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Published Sept. 14, 2009 at 5:08 p.m.

Home roasted garlic clove and fat-free butter milk-Mashed potatoes without FAT!! -- posted by Lastar Wellness ...

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Cranberry-Walnut Scones

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Published Sept. 9, 2009 at 12:56 a.m.

This recipe came from a free insert i picked up at Whole Foods. The credit says: "Recipe provided by James Rouse, NO, the creator of Optimum Wellness and The Fit Kitchen, seen weekly on NBC's KUSA television news." -- posted by adrienneleigh ...

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Got Milk? Vanilla-Banana Wellness Soothie Smoothie!

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Published May 20, 2009 at 1:24 a.m.

Milk is naturally nutrient rich like no other beverage so why not throw some milk in a smoothie for a great, healthy breakfast. Also great after a good workout. You can even add chocolate milk if you like! -- posted by Chef #1272393 ...

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Casserole Souffle

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Published Feb. 27, 2009 at 1:24 a.m.

Having guests overnight? Want a fabulous breakfast but don't want a lot of work in the morning. Make this casserole the night before, bake in the morning and serve with fresh fruit and impress your guests. -- posted by GREAT Wellness Committee ...

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Adolescent scoliosis: Early detection is important

Published Dec. 1, 2008 at 11:22 p.m.

Baby boomers and Generation Xers may recall the days of being screened for scoliosis in elementary or middle school. While this practice was common in states across the U.S. for a number of years, it has stopped in many communities. Spinal Dynamics of Wisconsin offers free scoliosis screenings on the first Saturday of each month.

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Chamber Theatre digs deep with "Well"

Published Aug. 6, 2008 at 11:14 a.m.

Ever wonder what a Jewish lesbian might know about being black? The Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) begins its 34th season with precisely that lively and intriguing discussion.

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