Archive for September, 2011

Add a Pinch of Cinnamon!

Wednesday, September 28th, 2011

Cinnamon not only adds great flavor to an array of foods, it also has multiple benefits.  To start, cinnamon significantly lowers total cholesterol and triglycerides in addition to being a great source of manganese, dietary fiber, iron and calcium.   Further, various studies prove that the aromatics alone can improve memory and performance of certain tasks. … »

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The Dirty Dozen

Thursday, September 15th, 2011

Going 100% organic isn’t always an option for everyone, and that is why the Environmental Working Group’s annual list of the dirty dozen foods is so useful. The group analyzes data from the Department of Agriculture about pesticide residue and it ranks foods based on how much or little pesticide residue they have. The group estimates… »

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4th Annual T. Brooks Open

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

This Sunday, September 11, 2011 Arden Hills Resort Club & Spa will host the 4th Annual T. Brooks Open, a unique Olympic-style weightlifting competition.  All members have complimentary admission and all guests are $5.  Lifting starts at 9 and ends at 4.  Hope to see you there!       For more information, please call… »

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Flowers: Create Your Own Meaning

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

The various meanings of flowers have evolved over the years; and expressly in the Victorian era, the presentation of flowers alone would portray a specific message.  Today, however, the variety and accessibility of flowers are overly abundant and so many brides are going for a certain look and feel within a certain price range.  The… »

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