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		<title>Superpowers? Be super skeptical.</title>
		<link>http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/07/05/superpowers-be-super-skeptical/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2012 13:23:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Coconut oil: Superfood.  But is it really? This article from the Center for Science in the Public Interest addresses three of the claims made by coconut oil enthusiasts and cautions consumers about jumping on this particular nutrition bandwagon.<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=407&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Prepare for a disaster before it happens.</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2012 14:16:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here in Florida, hurricane season runs from June 1 &#8211; November 30, which means it&#8217;s time once again to prepare.  Hopefully, we won&#8217;t be affected by a storm, but it&#8217;s better to be prepared than to be caught off-guard with &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/05/25/prepare-for-a-disaster-before-it-happens/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=405&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Doing more with dairy.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 14:56:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yogurt is a very versatile food.  Not only does it pack quite a healthy punch, providing lots of needed protein and calcium, but it&#8217;s also great for other uses as well!  Try these tips: For smoother skin.  The lactic acid &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/05/14/doing-more-with-dairy/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=403&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>These super smoothies pack a powerful punch.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:27:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a quick, delicious breakfast or a a cool, refreshing snack?  Try these!  Just blend all the ingredients and enjoy. Banana Spice Smoothie 2 ripe bananas 2 c. vanilla kefir 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/8 tsp. nutmeg 1/8 tsp. allspice &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/04/17/these-super-smoothies-pack-a-powerful-punch/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=401&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Come on, get crunchy!</title>
		<link>http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/30/come-on-get-crunchy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:20:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s green tip: embrace your inner celery lover! There&#8217;s a myth about celery: It contains fewer calories than are spent eating it. Whether this is true or not &#8211; it has never been proven &#8211; celery is a very low &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/30/come-on-get-crunchy/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=395&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Make a plan and spend less.</title>
		<link>http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/29/make-a-plan-and-spend-less/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:38:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s green tip: create a spending plan! What is the nature of your expenses? Fixed expenses occur on a predetermined schedule and are for a set amount.  (e.g. car payment, rent, insurance, cable TV, etc.) Variable expenses usually occur on &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/29/make-a-plan-and-spend-less/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=393&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Brighten your spring with this tasty green treat!</title>
		<link>http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/brighten-your-spring-with-this-tasty-green-treat/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:22:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s green tip: herb it up! Herb Garden Salad Ingredients: 3 large eggs 1 1/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided 1 lb. asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 c. sugar-snap peas, trimmed 1 small garlic clove, minced 1 tsp. &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/brighten-your-spring-with-this-tasty-green-treat/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=391&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Timely tips for a tip-top toilet.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:47:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s green tip: don&#8217;t flush your money down the toilet! Check for leaks Leaks inside your toilet can waste up to 200 gallons per day.  Some leaks are silent, some produce a running water sound, and others may be visible &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/tip-top-toilet/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=387&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Guacamole with a twist.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:35:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s green tip: add a little kick to a traditional favorite! Blue Cheese Guacamole Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. finely chopped white onion 1 Tbsp. minced fresh jalapeno or serrano chile, including seeds (or more to taste) 1 tsp. kosher salt (or &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/26/guacamole-with-a-twist/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=385&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Frugal family fun.</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:15:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Samantha Kennedy, M.S.</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s green tip: have fun as a family without breaking the bank! Take advantage of local public resources: Spend time together at the park. Go for hikes or bike rides. Go for a family picnic. Go swimming at the local &#8230; <a href="http://manateefcs.wordpress.com/2012/03/23/frugal-family-fun/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=manateefcs.wordpress.com&#038;blog=29510921&#038;post=377&#038;subd=manateefcs&#038;ref=&#038;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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