COOL FOR THE SUMMER
Healthy Summertime Popsicles Ingredients
7 Tips for the Perfect Popsicle
• 2 cups berries • 2 tbsp honey • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
There’s nothing like an icy treat to cool down with on a hot summer day. But ice cream and store-bought popsicles tend to be full of processed sugar and artificial flavors. Beat the heat with a homemade treat instead! Here are some tips for creating the perfect homemade popsicles. Invest in a popsicle mold. You can make popsicles with ice cube trays or paper cups, but an inexpensive popsicle mold can completely change the aesthetic of your popsicles, making them even more fun and delicious. Use a pastry bag or freezer bag with a corner cut off to easily fill popsicle molds without making a mess. When filling the molds, leave a 1/4 inch of space at the top. The mixture will expand when it freezes. • • •
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If your popsicle mold comes with a snap-on lid, leave the lid unsealed. Opening the lid when the molds are frozen can crack the brittle plastic. Turn your freezer to the coldest setting and put your molds at the back of the freezer. The quicker your popsicles freeze, the creamier they will be because fewer ice crystals will form. When you’re ready to eat your popsicles, carefully run the molds under warm water until they loosen. Gently wiggle the popsicle back and forth until it easily slides free.
Directions
1. Blend berries in a food processor or blender until nearly liquified. Feel free to use your favorite kind of berry for this recipe. Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries all work great!
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2. Pour berry mixture into large bowl. Stir in honey, and then gently mix in yogurt.
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3. Pour mixture into molds and freeze for 4–6 hours.
4. Enjoy with your family on a hot summer day!
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Store uneaten popsicles in airtight freezer bags to prevent freezer burn.
Ready to get started? Use the above tips to mix up the delicious guilt-free popsicle recipe below.
When Man’s Best Friend Goes Bad
The Hard Truth About Dog Bites
Dogs have earned their place as man’s best friend. They’ve saved lives in military combat, helped people with disabilities live independently, and been there to greet us after a hard day. But man’s best friend can also be a real problem if they aren’t properly trained.
insurers paid out $675 million in liability claims for dog bites and other dog-related injuries. While most people worry about pit bulls or other bully dog breeds, German shepherds are actually more likely to be involved in dog bite cases — 2 to 1 over all other breeds. But the truth is any dog can bite if startled or provoked. Dog attacks can quickly become life- threatening, which is why every dog bite should be addressed with quick action. Some states have a “one free bite” rule, which means that unless a dog owner had a reason to believe their dog could be vicious, the owner isn’t held liable if their dog bites someone for the first time. This isn’t the case in Arizona. A few years ago, lawmakers passed a statute that makes dog owners liable for any damage caused by their dog, unless the dog was provoked before the attack.
Most adults know not to tease or surprise any dog, strange or familiar, but children often don’t realize the danger. Research found that 51 percent of dog-attack victims are children under the age of 5. Parents must teach their kids never to tease a dog, poke a dog with a stick, reach through a fence to pet a dog, approach dogs that are alone, or try to pet a dog while the dog is eating. For the most part, dogs are loving and loyal, but all animals act on instinct, which is why it’s important to always be careful around dogs. However, being careful isn’t always enough. If you or someone in your family has been attacked by a dog, you are entitled to seek compensation. An experienced dog-bite attorney can help. Call 480-755-8000 to learn how to handle your case and keep something like this from happening again.
In the United States, there are over 4.5 million dog bites each year, and in 2018, homeowners
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