When the word winter comes to mind, there are some things that you associate it with. You might think about snow, Christmas or even a cup of hot chocolate by the fire. A word that you probably don’t think about is margarita. Maybe you should though, especially if you are throwing a party.

There are few things that make a party more of a success than a margarita machine. Even in the coldest of winters people still enjoy this frosty beverage. Sure, they are more popular in the summer months but I guarantee you that when your party guests arrive, the first place they will go to is to the margarita machine rental Dallas. They will soon forget about the cold temperatures outside and just enjoy their frosty beverage.

So, if you are throwing a party during the winter months, do not forget about the frozen drink machines. It can make the difference between an average party and a great one. Keep in mind also that frozen drink machines are not just for Dallas area residents. People in Plano can enjoy them too which is why there is a margarita machine rental Plano company ready to serve you.

In conclusion, don’t forget the frosty beverages, have fun and drink responsively. And if you need to rent a frozen margarita machine, do not forget about Margarita Monkey in Prosper, TX.

Article by Jaime L. Smith

Sure, you’re a real pro at packing your kids’ lunches, but what about your brown bag? A packed lunch is a welcome break from daily fast food and vending machine fare and it helps control calories. We must learn to look beyond the old peanut butter and jelly standby and reinvent that grownup “lunchbox.”

“Think of your brown-bag lunch as a meal that fulfills one-third of your daily recommended nutrient and calorie requirements,” said Connie Beutel, a registered dietitian and nutritionist associated with Medical Mutual of Ohio, one of the leading Ohio individual health insurance companies. “Considering what you already have in your kitchen, it doesn’t have to be a boring brown bag at all.”

Brown bagging it to work every day can get challenging when trying to be creative, make healthy choices, and add some spice to the daily work lunch, but there are a variety of choices at your fingertips. Some can be made the night before to save time in the morning when you are trying to get the kids and yourself out the door.

1. First and foremost, leftovers are great for adult lunches. Cook extra the night before or take home a portion of your restaurant meal.

2. Sandwiches don’t have to be bland. Add vegetables and gourmet mustards. Try a different whole-grain bread or how about a wrap? Start with a wheat tortilla, add a filling of lunchmeats, cheese, or low-fat tuna salad.

3. Salads are easy for brown baggers to make and a variety of items can be used. Assemble your favorite dark colored veggies and add a few mandarin oranges, strawberries and kiwi for a refreshing taste. Add protein for staying power, like eggs, cheese, turkey, and low fat cottage cheese.

4. Don’t pass up the pasta. Pasta salads make great lunches and are easy to prepare. Make a batch of pasta to last a few days, add some veggies and mix it with a light dressing each morning.

5. Fresh fruits are great for a mid-morning or mid-afternoon pick-me-up; or take some crispy nutritious vegetables in a Ziplock bag.

6. Ditch the soda and get in the habit of drinking water while at work. Beutel recommends bringing a refillable water bottle to use all day. It’s good for your waste line and your wallet! She said for dessert, small containers of yogurt or fresh fruit are perfect.

Additional suggestions from MedicineNet include:

* Wraps made with whole wheat tortillas, containing either lean cold cuts or lowfat cream cheese topped with veggie slices. Even the classic PB and J (peanut butter & jelly) is healthier in a wheat wrap.

* Single portion-sized cups of unsweetened apple sauce or fruit without added sugar.

* Trail mix made with cereals, nuts, pretzels, dried fruit or raisins, and a few chocolate morsels.

* Low-fat cheese spread on whole wheat crackers.

* Individual serving-sized packages of low-fat yogurt, cottage cheese, or yogurt smoothies.

* Baby carrots, celery sticks, or apple slices with dips made from yogurt or low fat sour cream.

* Mini-burritos made with rice and black beans or refried beans in a tortilla with tomato salsa. These can be heated or eaten cold.

* Baked chips or pretzels are a better choice than high-fat potato chips or cheese snacks.

* Drinks made from water with a splash of cranberry, peach, grape, or other fruit juice are healthier than sodas. Excess consumption of pure sugar-laden juices can increase the risk of obesity.

* Whole grain bagels topped with cream cheese-vegetable spread.

* Air-popped popcorn flavored with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.

* Low-fat cheese cubes and seedless grapes make a delicious side dish for sandwiches or wraps.

* Cold strips of grilled chicken with honey mustard dip.

* Dried cranberries or cherries are a sweet alternative to raisins.

* Quesadilla slices made with cheese and chicken or vegetables.

Beutel says a little “brown bag imagination” goes a long way; use your creativity to come up with some great lunches. Think outside the lunchbox and take the boring out of brown bag!

About Medical Mutual of OhioFounded in 1934, Medical Mutual of Ohio is one of the oldest health insurance companies in America. Based in Cleveland, Medical Mutual serves its customers through high-quality, flexible, and affordable group and personal health insurance plans, and third-party administrative services to self-insured group customers. Medical Mutual offers a full-line of products, including Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), Health Savings Account (Ohio HSA Health Plans), personal vision insurance, and individual dental insurance. SuperMed One, Medical Mutual’s personal health insurance product has a variety of deductibles, coinsurance, and co-pays to meet the needs of any individual or family. For more information about SuperMed One or to obtain a personal health insurance quote, visit http://www.supermedone.com.

About the Author

Jaime Smith is a Search Writer with Brulant, Inc. With formal training in journalism and proven experience in marketing copywriting she is perfectly suited for her role in producing quality content. A competitive differentiator for Brulant, Jaime has extensive writing and integrated marketing experience in a corporate setting.

Article by Suzanne Macguire

When it comes to planning a perfect diet, there is only one natural food that offers you the perfect combination of health and taste. The benefits offered by it cuts on calories but not on health. This natural food is none other than a watermelon.

Health benefits of watermelons have been talked about unanimously. No wonder, watermelon is America’s favorite fruit. Not only a refreshing drink, watermelons are exceptionally good for the heart and the nervous system. Packed with the punch of essential vitamins, this low calorie fruit re-hydrates the body to bring relief during the hot summer months. Since 90% of the fruit is composed of water, watermelons have acquired a loyal following, especially of the fitness freaks.

For those who do not like to consume fruits in general but have taken to it on account of health reasons, watermelons offer a lot of varieties to cheer about. This wonderful fruit can be consumed in various forms- as a fruit, as a snack, as a drink or smoothie, as desserts, pies, ice creams and what not! There are a number of recipes that can easily be prepared at home. Frozen watermelon desserts like the Americana Basket, Watermelon Popsicles, Watermelon Snow Cups make use of watermelons in combination with other fruits like strawberries, kiwi fruit, blueberries etc. The goodness of watermelon in combination with these nutritious fruits works wonders to provide almost all the necessary nutrients required by your body.

If desserts are not enough, you can select from the wonderful range of watermelon pies like the Harvest Watermelon Pie, Watermelon Pie A La Mode, or Watermelon Spice Pie. Besides one can always try out the amazing cakes and cookies for a quick bite – Watermelon Cup Cakes, Watermelon Coconut Cake with Raspberry Filling are some of the tasty bites that can be tried out. The watermelon salad is hugely popular as a brunch, especially among the health conscious. However, watermelon drinks and smoothies are the most popular drinks, especially in America. Not just pure watermelon juice, Watermelon Almond Sorbet and Watermelon Milk Sorbet are just as delectable.

Watermelons can also be used as party drinks. In western countries, the concept of hard watermelons has become quite popular. This involves boring a hole into the watermelon and pouring liquor inside. This allows the fruit to acquire the flavor of the liquor. The watermelon is then cut and served as ‘hard watermelons’.

Watermelon rinds are also consumed as pickles in countries like China. Watermelon seeds are even roasted and seasoned to be consumed as snacks. No wonder, watermelons have slowly qualified themselves to be one of the most perfect of all natural foods.

About the Author

Suzanne Macguire is an Internet marketing professional with expertise in content development and technical writing in a variety of industries.Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Honeydew

Article by Mike Mallek

Acai has a number of benefits, including antioxidants, fiber, fatty acids, and proteins. The antioxidants from Acai are ten to thirty times that of red wine and more than twice that of blueberries. It’s known to have the best nutritional value of any fruit on the planet, earning it the title of “super berry.”

The Amazon “super berry” has gained recognition in the media, including television and magazines. There are several companies and websites that offer Acai products. Some products contain Acai exclusively, while others use it in combination with other ingredients. Acai shows up in fruit drinks and in powder form as health and energy products.

With all the popularity in recent years, the benefits of the Acai berry is widely unknown. People of the Amazon have long experienced the benefits of Acai to fight disease, strengthen the immune system, fight infection, protect the heart, and provide overall health and healing. These same benefits of this “super berry” are now available to health-minded individuals through taking Amazon Thunder.

Acai is a complete food source and contains an abundance of nutrients necessary for restoring and maintaining optimum health. Acai contains amino acids and vital trace elements important for muscle contraction and regeneration. Acai’s nutrients, including a large amount of natural lipids, provide needed energy to tackle competitive sports and daily chores. Acai contains more protein than the average egg. Proteins are the primary component of hormones and body tissues, including muscles and organs.

The Acai berry can help to regulate your stress levels and repair your body. Acai’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties can counter infertility due to stress, pollution and factors related to free radicals. Acai’s immune-system-strengthening qualities help protect the entire body. Acai has been used for centuries to cleanse the body from contaminants. The regenerative nutrients and strong antioxidants in Acai help keep our cells operating efficiently and may slow aging.

By boosting the immune system, Acai’s rich nutrient profile helps boost the body’s natural defenses. Recent findings published in the International Journal of Sports Medicine indicate that Acai’s beta-sitosterol prevents immune suppression and modulates the lymphocyte activity. Free radical damage is one of the primary causes of immune weakness or dysfunction. Acai can reduce the frequency of infectious diseases. Acai’s antioxidant properties help prevent damage to DNA, which lowers the risks posed by carcinogens and mutagens.

Acai possesses high concentrations of polyphenols, making it an excellent source of antioxidants. Some polyphenols abundant in Acai are anthocyanins, some of the more potent forms of antioxidants. Other polyphenols in Acai, antho-cyanin and cyanidin-3-glucoside, may improve the production of nitric oxide in endothelial cells. Nitric oxide allows blood vessel walls to relax and expand, resulting in less stress on the heart, decreased risk of vessel blockage, and increased blood flow. The antioxidant punch of Acai may also be a powerful weapon in the fight against benign prostatic hyperplasia, commonly known as an enlarged prostate.

Acai is rich in essential fatty acids, which may help reduce harmful LDL cholesterol while supporting levels of the beneficial HDL cholesterol. In diabetes weak capillaries can lead to a condition called retinopathy, which often leads to blindness. The anthocyanins in Acai protect small and large blood vessels, including veins, arteries and capillaries.

Acai’s low glycemic index improves glucose and lipid levels in diabetics. Acai’s low glycemic index also helps control appetite and delay hunger, which can help individuals trying to lose weight.

Acai provides dietary fiber, excellent for digestive tract health, high levels of calcium, vitamins A and E, and phosphorus. Acai has a significant amount of calcium, which help strengthen bones, prevent fractures, and can help prevent osteoporosis. Women who experience extreme menstrual pain can also benefit from Acai. Calcium-rich foods help coat the lining of the stomach and uterus, and help reduce the pain from cramps and bloating.

Acai’s dietary fiber helps promote the health of the digestive tract, including the colon. The broad array of antioxidants in Acai may help protect and repair the lower esophagus damaged by acid-reflux disease. Acai’s acid-suppression effects reduce the acidity of stomach contents when reflux does occur. The antibacterial properties of Acai kill bad bacteria, fungi and parasites, including ulcer-causing bacteria. Acai’s anti-inflammatory abilities may prevent the malabsorption of vital nutrients by preventing damage to the wall of the small intestine.

Acai’s phytosterols help reduce the erosion of the skin’s protective coating. Because it’s so high in anthocyanins and phytosterols, Acai helps protect connective tissues, including collagen. Acai acts as an astringent which contract, shrink or tighten body tissues, including skin. Astringents can be used to stop bleeding in small cuts or to give the skin a fresh, tingling feeling.

Modern science is discovering the life-enhancing benefits of the Amazon “super berry”. Research indicates that Acai can help neutralize free radicals, prevent heart disease, thwart cancer, and much more.

Acai contains powerful nutrients, which combine unique properties and ingredients in a single product. There’s no other fruit that can be compared with the effectiveness of Acai and no product on the market that can compete with the quality of Amazon Thunder Pure Organic Acai.

About the Author

Mike Mallek lives in Salem, Oregon and owns Health and Beauty Net, the source of cutting-edge health products. Our passion is to provide the best possible information that will give you the power to enjoy an excellent quality of life. We are part of the aging baby-boomer crowd and we maintain that you can’t fight old age, but you can control how and in what condition you arrive at your impending destination.

Article by Allan Wilson

By utilizing the kids’ punching bag, the kids can perform various physical workouts indirectly through their playing and kidding activities. Therefore, to enhance the interest of workouts like punching, rebounding, kickboxing and martial arts in the kids, such punching bags are very significant and instrumental.

In the showrooms and outlets of the sport accessories and kids toys centers, various types of punching bags are incorporated with various colors, patterns and reasonable costs. The exterior surface of such punching bag is designed with various shapes and images of animals, toys, cartoons that make the punching bags eye-catching and beautiful.

The exercise with such punching bag assist the kids to develop their hand and eye co-ordination and strengthen the flexibility in body muscles. Such punching bag exercise helps them to familiar with basics of the sport like kickboxing and martial arts. These basics are activities like punching, rebounding, defense and eye-hand coordination. Therefore, the kids punching bag is the perfect alternative to play and exercise. 

The exterior coating of the kids punching bag is specially made up of vinyl and interior portion is filled with foam. In some punching bags, the air is filled in the bags in spite of foam. The user can fill the air in the punching kids bag by using the foot pump. Therefore, he can adjust the size and height of the punching bag according to the height and potential of kid.

The base of the kids punching bag is filled with water or sand and is smoothed with easy roll rearrangement. Such base is manufactured weighty to maintain the balance of the punching bag at the time of punching and rebounding. The water and sand from the base of the bag can be removed to fold the whole punching bag. Therefore, such compressed storing of the bag really increases the durability of the kid punching bag.

The approximate weight of the punching bag is generally 170lbs. It is a perfect toy if you want to gift to any kid. The approximate length, width and height of such punching bags is 39”, 22” and 23” respectively.

The punching bags are manufactured with double intention like learn from fun for kids. For instance, colorful pictures on the punching bags gives them knowledge of the colors, its various shades and eye-catching features. Some punching bags are incorporated with English alphabets, arithmetical numbers, pictures of animals, birds, fruits, dragons, which help kids to revise, recall while playing with them.

About the Author

Allan Wilson owns and operates http://www.boxing-punching-bags.com all about punching bag workouts. Boxing Punching Bags

Article by Michelle Davidson

Who says good things don’t come in small packages? Sometimes a small item can add a lot of style impact to your home. Small items can be great looking and budget friendly; in fact, some of these items are even free. Check out these undersized items that deliver big decorating impact.

A Tassel: Use tassels in unexpected ways. Add a single tassel to the end of a pull cord on a ceiling fan or light fixture for a touch of color and instant sophistication. Tassels can also be hung over a knob on a dresser or armoire to freshen the look of an existing piece of furniture.

Produce: Yes, you read correctly, produce. Display colorful, fresh fruit or vegetables in a bowl in the Kitchen or Dining Room. When used as an edible accessory, produce adds color and a delicate smell to your home and is great for your waistline. Some varieties to try include pears, apples, lemons, limes, pomegranates, artichokes, and eggplants.

Three Way Light Bulbs: Replace a standard light bulb with a three way light bulb in a lamp that accommodates such a bulb. The smallest wattage can be used for soft lighting to create instant ambiance. The highest setting can be used for task lighting and reading.

Throw Pillows: Use throw pillows as a small yet effective way to add color, pattern and texture. Adding a throw pillow in the season’s hot color, this spring the color is yellow, instantly updates a room.

Door Mat: A new doormat welcomes guests to your home. Rather than the basic green or tan color mat, look for a brightly painted mat to add color and warmth to your entrance. First impressions last, so make yours representative of the details inside your home.

New Cabinet Knobs: Replace your old cabinet knobs for a quick and effective transformation. New knobs can transform the look of Kitchen cabinets from old to new. A modern knob on older cabinets can result in an instantaneous updated look.

Lamp Shade: A tired looking lamp becomes new again with a fresh shade. Seek to change both the shape and color of the old shade, and you will feel like you purchased a new lamp. Bring your lamp base to the shade store for the most successful results.

Fresh Flowers: Flowers add color and smell to your home and help to brighten just about any room. Pick flowers from your garden or purchase stems from growers at local farmer’s markets for a fresh and budget friendly alternative.

Hand Towels: Perk up a Kitchen or Powder Room with hand towels. These objects of necessity can do much more than simply dry your hands. For just a few dollars, colored or patterned hand towels add a bit of interest in these utilitarian spaces.

Paint: One gallon of a new paint color can dramatically change the look of a small room or piece of furniture. Drab walls can instantaneously change to stunning and a piece of furniture can be given a whole new personality with paint color.

Child’s Artwork: Nothing adds character and color to home like a picture made by your favorite child. Simple artwork can be transformed to look like a masterpiece when placed in inexpensive frame. You can even commission your child to color a picture for you to fill a specific place on your wall or add a needed touch of color in a room.

These ideas are simple and inexpensive. Go ahead and give one a try, you will be impressed with how big of an impact the addition of one small decorative item can have in your home.

About the Author

Michelle DavidsonInterior Design Service Onlinewww.interiordesignserviceonline.comThe affordable way to get the look your want without the high cost.

Article by Sandra Rathbun

Eating fruits are good for health. They not only satisfy your taste buds but also promote the well-being of respiratory system and make the skin glow. Though summer is a horrible season with scorching heat, it brings with it a lot of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Summer fruits contain essential vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants. They contain more fiber and less amount of fat. The fruits have 80 to 90% water and natural sugars that give you energy and a vibrant skin.

Fruits can be used to treat several skin conditions. You can apply certain fruits as a natural facemask and get relief from the problems of acne and other skin ailments. The most popular fruit facemasks include apples, grape, raspberry, avocado, banana and watermelon.

Summer fruits like apricots are good source of iron, potassium, beta-carotene and vitamin C. Strawberries and blueberries contain a rich amount of phytochemicals that increase your body immunity. They prevent any kind of circulatory problems and heart diseases. They are renowned for preventing the cells from being infected with plaque damage and trauma. They can even block memory loss, Alzheimer and other age-related disorders.

Tomatoes can be eaten raw or you can take them in the form of juice. Tomatoes are proved to prevent deadly diseases like cancer and heart problems. They contain large amounts of Vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium and iron. They act as anti-oxidants and neutralize free radicals that cause cell damage. You can grow tomato plants easily in your garden and enjoy the benefits of fresh fruits. There are many companies offering a variety of seedlings via mail. You can order for them and plant them after winter.

In summers, people do not usually prefer hot tea. You can prepare fresh juice from the summer fruits and enjoy the drink with relish. A colorful juice can lure children, who hesitate to eat fruits as such. You can make use of overripe fruits to make juices, but make sure they are not fermented or do not smell. Fresh fruit juices quench your summer thirst and keep you free from dehydration, constipation and other summer problems.

Summer is one of the best seasons for enjoying outdoor parties. You can add fun to the parties by offering wine punches. You can make several combinations of yummy wine punches. They are sure to be the center of attraction due to their pleasant taste and colors. You can make the punch look more colorful by adding attractive garnishes. You can enhance the taste and health benefits by adding fruit juices and ginger ale.

Juice popsicles is yet another way of relishing the health benefits of fruits. If you have small children, then you can provide them with a lot of fun with popsicles. You can even keep your children hydrated this way throughout the hot summer. You can get molds for making popsicles at popular stores at cheaper prices. You can also make use of paper cups and spoons instead of buying moulds. You just need to pour the fresh fruit juice in the molds or paper cups and keep it in your freezer. After an hour, your tasty popsicles are ready to serve. Your children can learn the importance of maintaining a good health in a delicious manner.

About the Author

Sandra Rathbun is a health and nutrition expert, who also owns a blog on fruits and their benefits. She regularly writes articles on <a href=”http://www.bestacaiberries

Article by VK Melhado

Tropical fruit trees make wonderful additions to any South Florida landscape. Combine plants with lush green foliage, brightly colored flowers of all shapes and sizes to create an low maintenance, attractive outdoor design. Get creative and intersperse your fruit trees with other native tropicals and add a water feature or secluded seating area. The choices are endless, but the best part comes with the harvesting of this edible landscape.

Here is a list of some of the tropical fruit trees you’re most likely to have success with in the South Florida climate. In an effort to inspire you, we’ve, also included some of the more exotic varieties you may never have heard of.

Avocado: Introduced to the area in 1833, the South Florida climate is ideal for growing this nutritious fruit. There are over 56 different varieties with summer, fall and winter growing seasons. The thick skin is green, and can be smooth or rough textured, and teardrop, round or football shape, depending on the species. Avocados have more fat than most fruits, but they are an excellent source of potassium and Vitamin A, and are used in salads, guacamole, and taste great scooped right out of the shell.

Trees are 40-60 feet in height and produce large quantities of fruit that do not ripen until they are picked or fall to the ground.

Growing Conditions: Sunny location with well-drained soil. Season: January-June.

Caimito – Star Apple: This is an ornamental evergreen tree with sweet purple or green fruit and shiny green leaves with a brown underside. The fruit is sweet and gelatinous.The trees range from 25 to 100 ft in height.

Growing Conditions: Well-drained soil with no chance of flooding.. Season: Late May-March.

Carambola – Star Fruit: Plant produces a large fleshy berry, 2-6 inches in length, with a waxy, yellow skin. A cross-section slices produces a perfect star shape – hence the name. The trees are considered small to medium in height (35 feet max), with dark green leaves and flowers.

Star fruit is great served in salads or as an iced juice drink, canned, dried or preserved. Not advised for people with kidney disease due to high concentration of oxalic acid.

Growing Conditions: Sunny location with protection from the wind. Season: July-September, November-February.

Mango: Native to Asia and India, mango trees have been growing in Florida for at least 100 years. These medium to large trees (up to 100 feet) have a number of varieties and produce a hearty crop of tasty fruit. When first picked, mangoes are light green, but are best eaten when the fruit softens slightly and and skin takes on a yellow, red, or orange color. The fruit is a good source of vitamins A and C and tastes great in salads, breads, or pureed.

Growing Conditions: These trees are tough and easy to grow. Season: May-October.

Passion Fruit: This vine produces purple, yellow or reddish colored fruit surrounded by an sweet, orange pulp. The juice makes a wonderful punch.

Growing Conditions: Passion Fruit vines should be planted in an area where they can be supported by a fence or trellis in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Season: June-December.

Tamarind: This is a large tree (up to 80 feet), with rough bark, twisting branches and evergreen foliage. Flowers are a pale yellow with red veins that appear in early summer. The fruit is hidden in brown pods and contain large seeds in a sticky, brown edible pulp. The “molasses like” pulp can be used to flavor sauces and steak sauce. Season: April-June.

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Visit PreviewNaples.com for all the tools and information you need to navigate the Naples real estate and greater Southwest Florida real estate market. You’ll find local realty info, including details about Park Shore real estate.

Article by Christopher W. Smith

When it’s time to throw a baby shower for your best friend, you want to pay particular attention to having just the right refreshments. One of these dilemmas that you have to face is what type of punch you should have. Actually, this is probably one of the easiest problems to solve. What kind of fruits does the mommy-to-be like? By looking online, you will find hundreds of easy punch recipes for use at baby showers. Look for baby shower punch recipes that incorporate the little mama’s favorite fruits, and you’ll have a hit right away. However, at a baby shower, keep in mind that the presentation of the punch can be even more important than the choice of recipe.

Obviously, baby showers are fun, happy get-togethers, and you want your baby shower refreshments to reflect the whimsical theme that you’ve selected. For example, if you’ve based your shower on a duckie theme, you can make a blue punch in a baby bathtub and float rubber duckies in it. A great blue punch recipe is: Mix 1 64-oz. can of blue Hawaiian punch with a 2-liter bottle of sprite and a pint of vanilla ice cream. Let the ice cream melt and stir until smooth.

Of course, if the baby is going to be a girl, you probably won’t want a blue punch. So what can you do to spruce up your pink punch to make it both girly and cute? How about making a strawberry pink baby shower punch and serving it in baby bottles? Remove the nipples and insert plastic straws through the tops, and your guests will have great fun drinking from baby bottles. A recipe for strawberry punch is as follows: Mix 3 liters of ginger ale with 2 packages of frozen strawberries and a gallon of strawberry sherbet. Let sit until strawberries begin to thaw and stir.

Using frozen teething rings to keep the punch cold is also a cute and practical idea. Any time you can incorporate necessary items for a mom-to-be (such as the bathtub and teething rings) into your decorations, the more goodies you’ll have to send home with the guest of honor. Have fun coming up with your baby shower punches and refreshments, and let your creativity shine through.

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Now you have a good start to planning your baby shower. Visit babyshowertrends.com for more tips on baby shower favors and baby shower einvitations

Article by Sandy Y.

Slushy punch recipe for a function or for yourself as a light beverage to indulge with.

Ingredients:3 cups water1 cup sugar2 ripe medium bananas, cut up3 cups unsweetened pineapple juice1 6-ounce can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 6-ounce can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed2 tbsp lemon juice1 28-ounce bottle carbonated water, chilled Orange slices or fresh mint leaves (optional)

Method:- In a 3-quart saucepan combine water and sugar. – Bring to boiling, stirring till sugar is dissolved.- Boil syrup gently, uncovered, for 3 minutes; remove from heat and cool.- Meanwhile, in a blender container combine cup-up ripe bananas and half of the unsweetened pineapple juice.- Cover and blend till smooth.- Stir banana mixture into cooled syrup.- Stir in remaining pineapple juice, thawed orange juice and lemonade concentrates, and lemon juice.- Turn fruit mixture into a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.- Freeze for several hours.- (Or, cover with moisture-vaporproof wrap. Seal, label, and freeze for as long as 2 months. If desired, break up partially frozen mixture and store in smaller containers to use as needed.)- To serve, remove fruit mixture from freezer, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes (or, for 5 to 10 minutes if mixture has liquor in it.)- To form a slush, scrap a large spoon across the surface of the frozen mixture.- Spoon into a punch bowl.- Slowly pour in carbonated water, stir gently to mix.- Garnish with orange slices or fresh mint leaves, if desired.- Makes 25 (4-ounce) servings.

Variation:Spiked Slushy Punch: Prepare Slushy Punch as above, except add 1 ½ cups light rum or vodka along with the fruit juices. Continue as directed. Makes 28 (4-ounce) servings.

Note:For individual servings, spoon or scoop slush into each glass. Slowly pour in carbonated water, using equal amounts of slush and carbonated water. Stir gently to mix. Garnish as above.

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Sandy Y. is an enthusiast in sharing healthy living with simple guide on food. She is a firm believer in having the correct food and healthy lifestyle, this will lead to a complete world of happiness.

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