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servings, of course, but that’s the great thing about cooking — you can change things to suit your specific tastes. Experiment with herbs and spices you’ve never tried before or substitute fresh herbs for the dried stuff. Have fun with it! In the end, your body will thank you.
For the most part, if you can deep-fry it, then you can air-fry it. You can air-fry french fries, chicken wings, shrimp, vegetables, and even pizza! However, you can’t air-fry freshly battered food. Anything that’s been liquid battered must be frozen first. Otherwise, the batter will stick to the air fryer basket and make a mess. Using an air fryer cuts calories significantly . For example, there are approximately 360 calories in one serving of traditional, oil-cooked french fries. In comparison, there are about 230 calories in a serving of air-fried french fries. While air-fried foods might not taste quite the same as oil-cooked foods, air-fried foods come out crispy and delicious while keeping that classic flavor you love. DON’T BE SALTY — BE SPICY Salt is one of the most important ingredients because it helps our food taste better. Unfortunately, too much of a good thing really can be bad, and when it comes to salt, excessive consumption leads to inflammation and high blood pressure, which increases the risk of stroke and heart attack. On top of the health implications, constantly seasoning your food with salt can actually dull your taste buds. The more you eat salty foods, the more bland unsalted food will taste. Still, you don’t want to stop using salt completely. It may take some experimenting, but in many dishes, you can cut your salt intake by half or more by adding more herbs and spices. It varies by recipe, spice, and
SKIP THE STUDENT DEBT 3 Ways to Pay for College That Aren’t Loans
Work-Study Depending on your child’s financial need, their college or university may be able to set them up with a part-time position with an hourly rate on campus. Work-study positions are often community-service oriented and/or matched with the student’s field of study, and the jobs in these programs may be on or off campus. Alternatively, students can also look for other on-campus jobs that aren’t part of a work-study program. Before the school year starts, many schools post job openings for positions like computer lab assistants or event caterers.
We all know how expensive college can be. The bills can pile up fast, and in many cases, paying that debt off can take years, if not decades, especially if private loans are involved. That said, if you have kids who are getting ready to graduate high school, then don’t let the cost of higher education scare you away. If you can’t pay out of pocket, you can help your child apply for loans, but if you’re looking to mitigate debt, or eliminate it entirely, here are some other popular options. Grants
Private Scholarships There is no shortage of private scholarships. The challenge is finding and applying for them. This can take time, but it’s often worth the effort. If you can’t find any scholarships your child is eligible for online, then try using an app like Scholly. It’s designed to help students and parents find and apply for scholarships without having to search all over the internet. Another great resource is your student’s high school guidance counselor. They often have resources about local and regional scholarships that may be worth looking into.
Grants are similar to scholarships in that they don’t need to be repaid. Many colleges, states, and other organizations award grants based on a number of factors, like academic standing and the income of one or both parents as reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as FAFSA. A great starting point for parents who are helping their kids look for grants is the Federal Student Aid website: StudentAid.gov/ understand-aid/types/grants.
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