“The best way out is always through” – Robert Frost The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), states on its website that each year, “millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. During the month of May, NAMI and the rest of the country are bringing awareness to mental illness. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for equal care. Each year, the movement grows stronger. In 2013, President Obama proclaimed May as National Mental Health Awareness Month and brought the issue of mental health to the forefront of our nation’s thoughts.” Organizations such as NAMI, CDC, and NIMH dedicate their efforts to spreading mental health awareness throughout the month of May. The Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC), has stated that 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. suffers from depression. Concurrently, the National Institute of Mental Health Read the full article →
Beet Hummus with Blue Cheese and Walnuts INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon tahini (roasted sesame seed paste) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 (15-ounce) can unsalted chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 3 tablespoons water 1 garlic clove 1 3-ounce beet, peeled Parchment Paper 1/2 teaspoon honey 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 3 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts 1 tablespoon microgreens (optional) DIRECTIONS Combine tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, chickpeas, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, water, and garlic clove in the bowl of a food processor. Wrap beet in parchment paper. Microwave at HIGH 3 minutes or until tender. Let stand 5 minutes; quarter beet. Add beet, honey, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper to food processor with chickpea mixture; process until smooth. Top hummus with blue cheese, walnuts, and microgreens, if desired. Source: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/beet-hummus-blue-cheese-walnuts
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Ingredients 2 teaspoons canola oil 6 (6-inch) whole-wheat flour tortillas 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1/2 cups finely chopped peeled ripe avocado (about 2) 1 cup finely chopped strawberries 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon minced seeded jalapeño pepper 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice 3/8 teaspoon salt Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. To prepare chips, brush oil evenly over one side of each tortilla. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over oil-coated sides of tortillas. Cut each tortilla into 12 wedges; arrange wedges in a single layer on two baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until crisp. Combine avocado and remaining ingredients; stir gently to combine. Serve with chips.
Nearly a quarter century ago, the Autism Society launched a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided the opportunity to achieve the highest possible quality of life. This year we want to go beyond simply promoting autism awareness to encouraging friends and collaborators to become partners in movement toward acceptance and appreciation. Let’s embrace a new perspective. For over 50 years we have worked in communities (both large and small) to ensure our actions, through our services and programming, supported all individuals living with autism. Let’s expand this work to focus on the rest of us – ensuring acceptance and inclusion in schools and communities that results in true appreciation of the unique aspects of all people. We want to get one step closer to a society where those with ASDs are truly valued for their unique Read the full article →
