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Edamame Guacamole Recipe

With all the summer gatherings and picnics that will take place all summer long, we are still thinking “Slim & Trim” on the recipes! This is guacamole taken to the next (nutritional) level, punched up with extra protein and fiber from edamame, otherwise known as the “gorge green soybean.” It is significantly less fat than traditional guacamole and adds heart-healthy soy protein. Served with raw vegetables or alongside baked chili lime pita chips….. we’re thinking….. Yum! Edamame Guacamole Ingredients

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Party Foods for Kids & Adults

At large gatherings of family and friends, hosts often feel the need to prepare two menus: grown-up food and kid food. However, by coming up with ideas for party foods that please both groups, the party givers not only save on time but also create a family-friendly atmosphere. They also provide instant entertainment when guests get involved in preparing menu items.

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Mommy, Why Can’t I Have Blond Hair and Blue Eyes?

With Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the fore of our minds, we at Modern Mom would like to share with you the writings of author Mallika Chopra. In this excerpt from her book, 100 Questions from My Child, Mallika found a gentle way to talk to her young daughters, Tara, and Leela, about race and class, two issues central to Dr. Kings life mission. Why Cant I Have Blond Hair and Blue Eyes?

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Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Many people view the holiday season as carte blanche to disregard their daily diet habits and exercise routines. However, it is important to indulge in moderation over the holidays so that you can stay healthy, energized and fit. Avoiding holiday weight gain requires summoning up extra will power in order to stick to your healthy habits. You need to withstand the temptations of rich foods and drinks at work parties, family gatherings and holiday feasts. You also need to carve out special time to exercise amidst the flurry of holiday activities.