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The term natural flavor or natural flavoring is defined by the FDA as “a substance extracted, distilled, or similarly derived from natural sources like plants (fruits, herbs, veggies, barks, roots, etc.) or animals (meat, dairy products, eggs, etc.) via a method of heating, with its primary function in food being flavoring not nutritional.” Wait, what? This seemed so broad and confusing that we decided to learn more about how these “natural flavors” used in almost all of the food and drink products we enjoy on the regular are created....

Forty years ago, when I was first living in Mexico, a new friend offered me my first slice of pan de muerto. Back then, I didn’t know its original story, or the importance this bread continues to hold during the Day of the Dead—an overnight, two-day religious, spiritual, and secular celebration that the living offer in gratitude for the lives of relatives who have died. It’s important to remember that the Day of the Dead isn’t Mexico’s Halloween....

To create a seamless look, the cabinets, walls, and trim are painted the same shade of white. The table-style red island is the perfect pop of color, while the mix of metal baskets infuses cottage style and a vintage flair. Cottage kitchen design ideas. A built-in plate rack near the range is an ode to old-fashioned cupboards, but it is also practical. Hanging vintage plates on the wall is classic cottage, and the grouping brings the room’s color scheme together....

Willow received a bachelor of science degree in Nutrition from the University of New Mexico. She focused on public health programming. She then went to Tufts University’s Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. She received a Master of Science degree in Nutrition Communications. Willow runs a private practice in NYC where she works with individuals and families to help them develop a healthy and happy relationship with food and body....

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Yellow Bells Care Must-Knows lthough it’s a tough plant tolerant of many soil conditions, yellow bells must be planted in rich, well-drained soil, with medium moisture, for the most impressive display of blossoms and lushest foliage. That lengthy bloom time means yellow bells appreciates soil amended with organic matter. If you want to grow yellow bells in a container, plant them in a general-purpose potting media mixed with a slow-release fertilizer....

My vision was to freshen the Craftsman house with a modern farmhouse twist, but I didn’t want it to look brand-new even though the place needed an extensive renovation. I decided to live here for two months before starting so I could really understand what to keep and what had to go. I also realized I could save money by becoming my own contractor—a first for me—which meant I had to be the quality control person while also managing the schedule, budget, and crew....

Prep the Corn For 1 quart or 2 pints of canned corn, you’ll need about 4½ pounds of corn (the weight before you cut off kernels). Start by removing the husks, then scrub the ears with a vegetable brush to remove the silks. Wash each ear and drain. In a large pot cover the ears of corn with boiling water and boil 3 minutes. Cut the corn from the cobs at ¾-inch depth of the kernels (in other words, don’t scrape the cob)....

Dracaena’s narrow foliage may be completely green or include stripes or edges of green, cream, red, or yellow. Leaves start as rings around the center stem and take on the appearance of bamboo as they age. In fact, one of the most commonly grown dracaenas is marketed as lucky bamboo. Use this plant outside as a colorful accent in mixed containers or seasonal displays. Dracaena plants are toxic to dogs and cats, so place them in areas pets can’t reach in your home....

You can give the area inside a frame a distinctive treatment by choosing a different paint color from the rest of the wall and even choosing a third shade for the frame itself. If you do this, save yourself a lot of work by painting the walls before installing the frames. Prepaint the frames, too. Wallpaper or stenciled motifs are other possible treatments for the field inside the frame. Expect to spend about 1 hour for a single wall frame; time per frame decreases when you’re making and installing a batch....

Pomegranate seeds are touted for their protective antioxidants, are an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin K, and are a good source of dietary fiber and folate. Use the seeds in desserts, salads, and more; drink the pomegranate juice or use it in dressings or sauces. Yes, pomegranate fruits look daunting, but once you remove the pomegranate seeds (aka arils), making homemade pomegranate juice is easier than you might think....

How to Make a Bear Costume for Halloween Supplies Needed: Printable baby bear patterns 1 yard of cream faux fur 1/4 yard contrasting cotton fabric Two 19-inch lengths of 1/2 -inch-wide gold velvet ribbonCream sewing thread Sewing needlePolyester fiberfill 1/4 yard of cream felt Plastic headband Hot-glue gun and glue sticks Cream shirt Cream leggingsLarge safety pinTwo 5-inch lengths of 1/4-inch-wide white elastic Tan boots Step-by-Step Directions Only three steps and a few supplies are needed to make an unbearably adorable kid’s Halloween costume....