Warm and pleasant greetings to all. We hope you are enjoying a good week. Perhaps the rain, sunshine, flowers and green grass gave you a feeling of gratitude and maybe some good luck. Whatever the days seem, every day is a chance to give a smile, an encouraging word or show a favor. Gratitude comes from the soul.
I was thinking of our grandson and how quickly he’s moving up a grade every year. As we give our advice as grandparents, it makes you go back some years and consider how things have changed (are changing).
A few more weeks and schools will be closed for the summer vacation.
Students can do well these last few weeks in school. Parents and guardians are encouraged to take time and make an extra effort to support your child/children. All students want good passing grades so they can look forward to the next school term. Continue to give them the love, discipline and good nutrition as you always do.
Be encouraging and make studying these last few weeks special. Make it special by studying outside in a quiet place on the porch or deck. Let the child invite a friend to study together. Prepare a special snack or give them a milkshake! Give them appropriate compliments. Remember, a healthy night’s sleep is more than just a nap and helps to keep them awake long enough to get through school hours. Students need plenty of rest, and so do parents!
Do you ever buy bagged salad and have to discard it before it’s all consumed? I have, because only one person even likes (eats) fresh salad greens. How do you keep bagged salad fresh so as not to waste?
Here are some tips for keeping bagged salad fresher longer. Bring home salad in a cooler or insulated bag you keep in the vehicle for transporting refrigerated and frozen items from the market. First, however, read the “best by” date. Transfer salad to an airtight container lined with a paper towel to absorb the moisture. It’s mainly the moisture that causes the salad to wilt. Remove the wilted leaves.
Heavy vegetables and fruit can bruise the tender green leaves. Add vegetables or fruits you like such as cauliflower, broccoli, apples, grapes, bananas, etc., when you measure out the serving portion. The most nutritious salad greens include spinach, kale, romaine, watercress and arugula. A combination of rich vitamins include vitamins A, C and K. There’s also some B vitamins and potassium.
Is it possible to eat too much salad, even daily?
Excess bloating may mean that you are having too many raw foods in your diet. A typical serving of salad greens is 1-2 servings, about two handfuls. Remember, the serving is based on factors such as the type of salad. Is it an appetizer, side dish, or main course? Always consider your dietary needs, too.
Enjoy life today. Be blessed.
