NAPSI)-Experts call it a superfood. Chefs call it a recipe necessity.

Grape Ideas To Brighten Up The Winter Blahs (NAPSI)-Feeling low? Not too peppy? You're not alone. Just remember: It's winter.

Healthy Eating Requires New Habits And New Recipes (NAPSI)-Deciding to eat better does not have to be about denying yourself. Having more energy and staying healthier can be as easy as developing a few new habits.

Help Kids Like Veggies (NAPSI)-Getting children to eat their veggies can seem more like child's play if you heed these do's and don'ts. Don't try to hide vegetables in your kid's dinner. Do let the child decide how much to eat at any meal. Don't pressure your children. That can cause them to rebel, making vegetables the enemy.

NAPSI)-If you're looking to spice it up in the kitchen with new recipes and flavors, it's no secret, the CIA--as in The Culinary Institute of America--can help. The CIA and CanolaInfo are offering free cooking lessons online, featuring the cuisines of North Africa, Asia, Latin America and more for cooks of all skill levels. "Cooking is such a global experience today due to the availability of ingredients from many countries," says CIA chef-instructor Almir Da Fonseca. Whether traditional or fusion, ethnic-inspired recipes can broaden the skills of any chef and the taste buds of guests." Professional and home chefs alike can visit www.CIAProChef.com/canola to choose from 16 flavor-packed recipes and step-by-step cooking demos by CIA chef-instructors. Each recipe uses canola oil because of its neutral taste, light texture and high heat tolerance.

NAPSI)-If you're looking for a healthful way to spice up your family's next meal, it's tough to top salsa. Authentic Mexican salsa is made with the finest vegetables and can add zest to favorites like enchiladas, tacos and tostadas but also enhance the flavors of many mealtime classics like chicken dishes or burgers.

NAPSI)-In the cold winter months, filled with biting winds and fierce snowfalls, there are few things more satisfying than a hearty stew or gumbo that instantly warms your body at first spoonful. Hearty soups and stews are all the more savory when made in an enameled cocotte, like those from Staub. Based in France, Staub has been making its signature cookware since 1892.

Key Ingredients For A Healthier Heart (NAPSI)-Here's heartening news: Although cardiovascular diseases remain the nation's No. American Heart Association, you can help reduce your risk. "People tend to focus on what they should cut out of their diets; but it's also what you add in that can make a difference," said registered dietitian Tammi Hancock.

Quick Meal Tips For Game Day Entertaining (NAPSI)-If the gang is headed to your house to watch the game, chili is a great crowd-pleaser that's easy to make. Cooking chili in a slow cooker is simple and it gets the host out of the kitchen and into the game. Just place a disposable liner in the cooker, add the ingredients, cover and set the controls.

By the National Diabetes Education Program (NAPSI)-Diabetes is a serious disease that results in high glucose (sugar levels) in the blood, which can lead to serious health problems. Almost 24 million people in the United States have the disease.

NAPSI)-In the United States, nearly 8 million women suffer from osteoporosis--a disease that causes bones to become fragile and at increased risk for breaking. During the postmenopausal years, more and more women expect to maintain a fulfilling lifestyle, even when battling osteoporosis. Bones serve as the body's foundation, protecting vital organs and allowing people to stand tall.