This Is Your Body Without Sleep (Infographic)

We’ve all had a day where we haven’t gotten enough sleep and as a result ended up tired and groggy. Hopefully that doesn’t happen to you a lot, but if it does, there are some serious negative effects that you may want to know about. Check out this infographic for all the info.   Original Article here: http://bit.ly/10Px...

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7 Ways to Turn Leftovers Into Lunch

For our next trick, we will change this two day old pizza into a delicious lunch! Leftovers are a pretty common occurrence for most people, and we know they aren't quite the most appetizing meal, so we've found a way to bring some zest to them! Check out "7 Ways to Turn Leftovers Into Lunch" Salad – Create a dinner salad that is extra generous and you’ll have the makings for a second meal. Portion off what you need for lunch into a container, top with leftover chicken or steak (if you have it) or add canned beans or tuna for a protein punch. Kid salads may benefit from little add-ons such as croutons, raisins, or crumbled...

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Summer Recipe: Sweet Cherry Syrup (No Cherry Pitter Required!)

Syrup is great whether it's on pancakes, ice cream, or whatever! You might be a fan of maple, boysenberry, blueberry, etc, but have you ever tried homemade cherry? Check out "Summer Recipe: Sweet Cherry Syrup (No Cherry Pitter Required!)" and let us know what you put it on! Sweet Cherry Syrup Makes 1 cup 1 pound stemmed sweet cherries (about 3 cups)3/4 cup granulated sugar Combine cherries and sugar in a medium saucepan and place over medium heat. Stir to coat cherries in sugar, and then use a potato masher to squash the cherries and release their juice (this will be easier to do once they have warmed up a bit). Bring to a simmer, stirring...

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Recipe: Summer Farro Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumbers & Basil

Another week, another delicious recipe for you! Grab your cutting board and get ready to make a dinner that will bring smiles to everyone who tastes it. Check out "Recipe: Summer Farro Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumbers & Basil" below! Summer Farro Salad with Tomato , Cucumber & Basil Serves 4 to 6 Olive oil, for cooking 2 large shallots (or 1 sweet onion), finely chopped 2 cups farro (uncooked) 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered 1/2 large English (hothouse) cucumber, diced 1/4 cup finely chopped basil Kosher salt and...

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