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You’ve probably been told at some point in your life that the reason you’re ready to take a nap after your Thanksgiving meal is due to the high levels of Tryptophan in turkey. Well, that myth has been busted.Tryptophan is an essential amino acid and is actually something our bodies do not produce on their own. Therefore, we must get it from our food in order to survive. Tryptophan must compete with other amino acids before it can make it through our blood-brain barrier, and only a small a …

With the holidays upon us we are all looking forward to celebrating with our loved ones. However, with COVID-19 cases on the rise around the country, it may be best to put a pin in your normal holiday travel plans. In fact, it is recommended that you only celebrate with those living in your household who have been practicing social distancing and consistently wearing masks. (This can include roommates and others who are not related to you, if you live in the same space.)Make gathering convenient …

“This blackberry pie is my family’s favorite. I was fortunate to receive this recipe from “Gram”, my children's Great Grandmother. In the summertime, I would spend a good amount of time picking wild blackberries. The berries that weren't used immediately were put in freezer bags, portioned as such that each bag had enough berries for 1 pie. Come Thanksgiving, I pull from my blackberry stash to make this delicious pie!”- Karen Siebert, Senior Customer Service SpecialistIngredients:4 cups Black …