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Farmers seek support in balancing motherhood and farming

Farming with children can look like “running a 100-meter sprint,” said a first-generation farmer.



Save on generic prescriptions with home deliveries

Virginia Farm Bureau members can conquer cold and flu season with a special My Free Pharmacy subscription.

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Protect yourself from seasonal flu viruses

Flu season is upon us, and the best defense is getting a flu shot.



Is going gluten-free for everyone?

Dunkin’ joined a growing number of grocery stores and bakeries stocking up on gluten-free or grain-free products to meet an exploding demand. U.S. sales of gluten-free food are projected to rake in $2 billion by 2020.



Preventive care results in fewer illnesses

Preventive care consists of measures taken to prevent illnesses rather than cure them or treat their symptoms. Most health insurance plans include coverage of preventive care, which benefits both the consumer and health insurance companies through early detection and reduced health care spending.



Fruity French Toast

Try this delicious recipe for Fruity French Toast to start off your day and help you meet your daily requirements.

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Homemade eggnog—season’s sipping, without Salmonella

Dec. 24 is National Eggnog Day, but the holiday treat is readily available weeks before that. Getting thirsty?



Benefit-rich broccoli is for more than just steaming

You can boil, puree, steam or stir-fry it, because broccoli is both beneficial and versatile.



Fruited Irish Oatmeal

This hearty winter breakfast has whole grains from the oats, lots of vitamins and antioxidants from the fruits and good fat from the nuts. It’s not only healthy. It’s tasty, too!



Sweet potatoes pack a nutritious punch

Sweet news for yam fans: Carbohydrates can be good for you—as long as they’re complex carbohydrates, like those found in sweet potatoes.