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In This Issue
Cooking with Maple Syrup
Pure maple syrup is a wonderful ingredient to use in your favorite recipe as a substitute for white sugar. Check out recipes on our Maple Recipes pages. Maple syrup is 100% natural and contains calcium, zinc, antioxidants, riboflavin and niacin. It can be used in a variety of desserts and baked goods as well as complimenting sour or salty ingredients in salad dressings, glazes for meat, poultry and fish. Substituting Maple Syrup for Granulated Sugar: Instead of 1 cup of granulated sugar in recipes, use ¾ cup of maple syrup. In baking, reduce the liquid by 2-4 tablespoons per 1 cup maple syrup used, add 1/4 tsp baking soda and reduce the oven temperature by 25 degrees…
Easy ways to improve your pet’s quality of life
Across America, veterinarians have witnessed a decline in annual vet visits, resulting in increased rates of preventable diseases in both cats and dogs. In fact, about 54 percent of the nation’s cats and dogs are reported to be obese. As a result, diabetes, heart disease and arthritis are on the rise – diseases that are preventable if…
Crotched Mountain Foundation named Tree Farm of the Year
The Hillsborough County Conservation District recently named Crotched Mountain Foundation the 2013 Hillsborough County Tree Farm of the Year. Certified as a tree farm for the past 27 years, it includes a total of 1247 woodland acres located on the southerly aspect of Crotched Mountain with portions lying within the towns of…
Want a shot at a healthy future? Protect yourself at any age
Many adults don’t visit a doctor unless they feel ill, nor do they think about vaccination as part of their routine, preventive healthcare. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that too many adults skip recommended vaccinations, leaving them needlessly vulnerable to…
Big sporting events drive interest in this year’s hottest locations
Where’s everybody going? The travel forecast for 2014 points to destinations inspired by a whole lot of sportsmanship and team spirit. Hot spots expected to trend this year include North American ski resorts catering to travelers looking for…
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