LiveWell Vermont

Bummed about the fireworks being cancelled this year? Us too!  Bring your own sparklers with this delicious, healthy dessert! Dip the tropical fruit in melted chocolate, chill, and top with red, white, and blue sprinkles to make a healthy dessert that's a definite crowd pleaser, for both kids and adults.

from: cdc.gov We are all spending A LOT more time at home. Make your space safer by following these guidelines! Housing conditions can significantly affect your health and safety. Take a few minutes to make your home healthy and safe. Remove hazards that increase the chance for falling, such as rugs, loose cords, and objects on the floor. Check or change the batteries on your carbon monoxide alarm at least twice a year. Test smoke alarms monthly to ensure they work properly. For smoke alarms that use regular alkaline batteries, replace the batteries at least once a year. For smoke alarms that use lithium (long-life) batteries, replace the entire alarm unit every 10 years or sooner if it chirps or stops working. Keep cooking areas free of flammable objects, such as potholders and towels. Keep candles, medicine, household cleaners, and other chemicals out of children’s reach, in locked or child-proof cabinets. Don’t use a gasoline or charcoal-burning device near a window, doo...

Watermelon Basil Feta Salad is a simple, refreshing summer side dish that is just the thing to serve with dinner on a hot August day. INGREDIENTS WATERMELON SALAD  4 cups watermelon, cubed  1/4 small red onion, sliced  1 English cucumber, cut in half lengthwise and sliced into half-circles  1/2 cup feta cheese  1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced into thin strips HONEY LIME VINAIGRETTE  2 tablespoons honey  2 tablespoons lime juice  2 tablespoons olive oil  Pinch of salt  Pinch of pepper INSTRUCTIONS Combine the watermelon, red onion, and cucumber in a large bowl.   In a small separate bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper, then drizzle over the watermelon salad ingredients and toss to combine. Sprinkle the salad with the feta cheese and fresh basil, then toss again gently and serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.