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Fig, Caramelized Onion, Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Pizza
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Figs, high in fiber and potassium, combined with sweet caramelized onion, salty prosciutto and creamy goat cheese turn pizza into a palate-pleasing masterpiece.

Guacamole Goes Mediterranean
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Regular guacamole gets a different flavor with this Mediterranean alternative. Feta cheese, rice vinegar and dried oregano leaves add a delicious taste to traditional guacamole. Shake things up by combining two different flavors into one mouth-watering dip. This dip definitely satisfied the cravings of this avocado and feta addict.

Greek Shrimp
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Grab a large skillet for a quick journey to the Mediterranean. Take advantage of the scrumptious sauce. Serve with pasta or rice (try whole grain pasta or brown rice).

Chocolate Truffles Dipped in White Chocolate
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Chocolate sandwich cookies and reduced-fat cream cheese come together to make an appetizing combination. Sprinkle in white chocolate chips for that extra burst of flavor. Close your eyes for this bite of ecstasy — it takes only three ingredients. Make ahead of time and enjoy this rich and satisfying treat!

Eight Layered Greek Dip
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This is a go-to, make-ahead recipe when you want an impressive knockout appetizer. Hummus, feta cheese and Kalamata olives come together to create an exotic taste for your next gathering. Not only does this Greek Dip taste great, it’s low in calories as well. Move over Mexican — this Mediterranean-inspired dip will be your new party favorite! Serve with pita chips.

Rosacea
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Rosacea Rosacea is a common disorder that mainly affects facial skin. It causes redness on the nose, chin, cheeks, and forehead. Over time, the redness can become more intense, taking on a ruddy appearance. Superficial blood vessels may become visible. In some cases, rosacea appears on the chest, ears, neck, or scalp. Red solid bumps and pus-filled pimples can sometimes develop. The disorder can cause the nose to take on a bulbous, swollen appearance called rhinophyma. Rosacea can affect the…

Pear Tart with Chocolate Shavings
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Fruit tarts are very easy to make and can vary as the seasons change. Mix in your favorite fruits to make different tarts year round! The whole wheat crust adds a crunchy texture and extra fiber to any fruit tart. An addition of chocolate is just what it needs. Get your daily servings of fresh fruit by eating these yummy snacks.

What Can I do to Reduce Airborne Allergens?
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General suggestions to reduce exposure to airborne allergens Keep windows and doors closed. Avoid using window or attic fans that draw in outside air. Use air conditioning. Refrain from outside activities, if possible, during times of high pollen counts (if you are sensitive to pollens). Note that peak pollination occurs at different times of the day for different plants (e.g., ragweed in the late morning, grasses in the afternoon). Shower or bathe and change clothes following…

What Causes Sleep Problems?
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Factors that can cause sleep problems Physical (such as ulcers) Medical (such as asthma) Psychiatric (such as depression and anxiety disorders) Environmental (such as alcohol) Short-term or acute insomnia can be caused by life stresses (such as job loss or change, death of a loved one, or moving), an illness, or environmental factors such as light, noise, or extreme temperatures. Long-term or chronic insomnia (insomnia that occurs at least three nights a week for a month or…

What Causes Female Sexual Pain?
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In many cases, a woman can experience pain during sex if there is not sufficient vaginal lubrication. In these cases, the pain can be resolved if the female becomes more relaxed, if the amount of foreplay is increased, or if the couple uses a sexual lubricant. In some cases, a woman can experience painful intercourse if one of the following conditions is present: Vaginismus — This is a common condition in which there is a spasm in the vaginal muscles, mainly caused by the fear of…

Checkerboard Baked Beans
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Warm yourself on a cool fall day with these baked beans. Mix peas, beans and onions to bring out the flavor. These baked beans can be made with or without the kielbasa. Either way, they are a tasty and nutritious side dish for picnics or at dinner.
Clever Crazes for Kids
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Clever Crazes for Kids (CCK) is a project of a 501(c)(3) not-for profit organization. Clever Crazes for Kids focuses on children (ages 6 through 12) and aspires to:
- Teach the perils of "overeating" (childhood obesity) and leverage the benefits of healthy nutrition,
- Teach the benefits of exercise and physical activity,
- Teach "living green" and improving the sustainability of the planet, and
- Teach character and self-esteem building behavior and discourage bullying.
- Enable Kids to compete for prizes to benefit their schools!
Clevercrazes.com is an outstanding and creative way for kids to be educated and entertained, "edu-tained." They created a School Competition portal on their website. This school competition allows kids to help their schools win prizes. The prizes will give schools the opportunity to acquire the supplies and equipment that we know they so dearly need. There will be a way for the students to chart increased physical activity and changes in healthy eating, tracking both students' personal bests and aggregate data for school competitions.

Tips to Prevent Motion Sickness
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What are the symptoms of motion sickness? The symptoms of motion sickness include dizziness, sweating, a general feeling of discomfort and not feeling well, nausea, and vomiting. Symptoms can strike suddenly and progress from simply not feeling well to a cold sweat, to dizziness, and then vomiting. What can I do to prevent or minimize motion sickness? If you know you have motion sickness or might be prone to it, consider this advice: On a ship: When making your reservations, choose a cabin…

What is GERD?
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Heartburn and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Heartburn is a burning sensation in the center of the chest that often occurs after eating, bending over, with exercise, and sometimes at night when lying down. Approximately, 1 in 10 adults has heartburn at least once a week and one in three monthly. Although, its name implies otherwise, heartburn has nothing to do with your heart. Rather, these symptoms indicate a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. What is GERD? When you…

Gastroesophageal Reflux Care: Inclining Your Bed
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Inclining the Bed Can Help Reflux Symptoms The backward flow of stomach juices up through the esophagus (ie, the tube that connects the mouth with the stomach) is called reflux – or gastroesophageal reflux. This condition can irritate the throat. It can also contribute to a variety of complaints in the throat area such as: "post nasal drainage" "lump in the throat" hoarseness difficulty swallowing throat clearing cough choking "throat spasms" other throat…

Sun Exposure and Skin Cancer
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Many people love the sun. The sun’s rays make us feel good, and in the short term, it makes us look good. But our love affair isn’t a two way street: Exposure to sun causes most of the wrinkles and age spots on our faces. Consider this: One woman at age 40 who has protected her skin from the sun actually has the skin of a 30-year-old. We often associate a glowing complexion with good health, but skin color obtained from being in the sun can actually mean accelerated effects of aging and an…

10 Ways to Ease Stress
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Everyone experiences stress at some point. But, by making smart lifestyle choices, you can reduce or even eliminate stress from your world. Explore the stress reducing tips listed below. Eat and drink sensibly. Alcohol and food abuse may seem to reduce stress, but it actually adds to it. Assert yourself. You do not have to meet others' expectations or demands. It's okay to say "No." Remember, being assertive allows you to stand up for your rights and beliefs while respecting those of…

Dangerous Household Chemicals
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Do Your Household Cleaners Have Dangerous Chemicals? Potentially dangerous chemicals can be found in every room in your home. If not properly stored or used, these products could end up in you or your child’s body or on you or your child’s skin and cause minor to serious and even life-threatening health problems. What are these every day household chemicals? Let’s take a tour of the rooms of your home and discover what some of these chemicals are and what health harms they may cause. Keep in…

Hormones and Headaches
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What is the relationship between hormones and headaches? It has been estimated that 70 percent of migraine sufferers are female. Of these female migraine sufferers, 60 to 70 percent report a menstrual relationship to their migraine attacks. Headaches in women, particularly migraines, have been related to changes in the levels of female hormone estrogen during a woman’s menstrual cycle. Levels of estrogen drop immediately before the start of the menstrual flow (menses). Premenstrual migraines…

The Do’s and Don’ts of Healthy Eating
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15 Steps to Healthy Eating Don’t skip meals. Do keep track of your eating habits. Don’t eat after 7 P.M. Do drink plenty of water. Do delay/distract yourself. Do exercise instead of eat when bored. Don’t eat while you watch TV, work, drive. Do only eat in certain settings (kitchen table). Do watch your portion sizes. Don’t forbid yourself a particular food. Do give yourself encouragement. Don’t beat yourself up when you lapse. Do think of eating as a lifestyle…