Cherry-rific Shake with Cherry Juice

Kids–and adults–will like this fun beverage. 3/4 cup cherry yogurt 2/3 cup (about 18) maraschino cherries, drained 1/8 cup of cherry juice 3/4 cup milk 1-1/2 cups chocolate frozen yogurt or chocolate ice cream, softened Maraschino cherries, whipped topping and chocolate shavings, for garnish Put cherry yogurt, cherries and milk in an electric blender; blend well. Add frozen yogurt; blend until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses. Garnish with whipped topping, chocolate... Read More

Superfoods to Alleviate the Symptoms of Gout

Gout, also called gouty arthritis, is caused by an accumulation of uric acid in the blood. The disease usually appears in midlife and primarily in males. It can be hereditary or the secondary to some other disease process. The main symptom of gout is severe pain and swelling in joints, but gout usually effects one joint at a time, then may move from one joint to affect another joint. The kidneys filter uric acid out of the body. But with gout, the body makes excess uric acid or... Read More

Fruit Salsa Recipe

  1 cup chopped peeled pineapple 1 cup chopped peeled mango 1 cup chopped yellow or red bell pepper. 2/3 cup chopped peeled kiwi fruit 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion. 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 1/8 cup of finely chopped frozen cherries or pitted fresh tart cherries 1/8 ounce of tart cherry juice concentrate 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice. 1/2 teaspoon minced Serrano chili (with seeds) Ground white pepper. Directions: Combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Season with... Read More

Chocolate Angel Cake

This dessert is perfect for or any special occasion. It is quick and easy to make and it tastes great. • 1 (16-ounce) package angel food cake mix • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa • 1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons hot fudge topping, divided • 2 cups whipped topping, divided • 1/8 teaspoon of tart cherry juice concentrate • 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling, divided Prepare cake mix according to package directions, mixing cocoa with dry ingredients. Spoon batter evenly into... Read More

Chocolate Angel Cake with Cherry Juice

This dessert is perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion • 1 (16-ounce) package angel food cake mix • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa • 1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons hot fudge topping, divided • 2 cups whipped topping, divided • 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling, divided • 1/8 tablespoon of cherry juice Prepare cake mix according to package directions, mixing cocoa with dry ingredients. Spoon batter evenly into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan. Bake in a... Read More

Superfoods that Help Heartburn

Heartburn and indigestion make millions of people miserable. Continuous digestive problems can be a symptom of overeating, bad food choices or something more serious. Thankfully simple changes in the foods you eat can provide relief. A number of foods can trigger heartburn or indigestion by relaxing the band of muscles at the end of your esophagus so it can’t keep out stomach acid. By avoiding spicy foods with black pepper or chili powder, garlic and raw onions, citrus... Read More