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Spring into Warmer Weather with Fresh, Seasonal Produce Recipes

As the snow melts and the days grow longer, Michigan’s fields and farmers markets begin to awaken with the first vibrant signs of spring. April and May bring an abundance of fresh, nutrient-rich produce—think tender asparagus, a variety of mushrooms, crisp leafy greens and herbs. It’s the perfect time to lighten up your meals while still embracing comfort and nourishment.… 

Hop Into Easter with These Healthy Brunch Dishes Without Eggs

Eggs are a staple food for decorating and eating during the Easter holiday. But this year, consumers may take a different approach to set their holiday table. Egg prices are predicted to increase 41.1% in 2025, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Moreover, a FinanceBuzz survey reports 72% of people say rising food costs will affect their Easter… 

Chocolate-drizzled Coconut Date Cookies

Serves: 4 Difficulty: Medium Prep time: 20 minutes Total time: 2 hours These three-ingredient cookies’ natural sweetness comes from fiber-rich dates. Dates are placed in a blender with coconut flakes to create the base, which is then formed into cookies, frozen, dipped and drizzled with melted dark chocolate. These are a more wholesome, nutrient-dense alternative to the door-to-door sold cookies.… 

Signs of Self-Harm in Teens: Self-Injury Awareness

Between seven percent and 24% of teens engage in acts of self-harm. Self-injury is intentionally causing harm to one’s skin or body to alleviate feelings of overwhelming emotional distress. Teens are most at risk of such behaviors. Let’s look at self-injury, the symptoms and causes and how to help teens who self-harm. What is self-harm and what are the causes?… 

Creamy Peanut Butter Noodles with Tofu and Veggies

These gingery and lightly spicy noodles get their creaminess from healthy fats in peanut butter. Sugar snap peas and shredded carrots add a nice crunch and boost the fiber and antioxidants content. For an easy plant-based protein, these noodles feature pre-made tofu which can easily be substituted with edamame or crunchy chickpeas. Simply get garlic and green onion whites fragrant…