today's show - March 19, 2010
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Heart Healthy Cooking

In this segment we learn not only the health benefits of soy bean oil from a nutritionist we also have a chef on-hand to show us some simple recipes to add gourmet pizzazz to our meals.


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Healthy Meal & Snacking Solutions For Your Family

The new superfood is edamame, and this segment highlights what the Japanese have known for 2,000 years – it tastes great, is packed with nutrition, and is a healthy source of protein. In fact, edamame just might help you reach your New Year’s weight loss goals, as well as your family’s. Peggy Chung Collier talks about edamame and present some easy seasoning recipes. Peggy received her chefs training from the National Gourmet Institute for Health & Culinary Arts in New York City. She has also worked as an editor for Cooks Illustrated magazine & worked on the magazine’s show, America’s Test Kitchen.


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From Earth to Plate

In this segment we talk about Nature’s Greens – low-calorie, powerhouse vegetables that are more versatile than you might think. Kale, collards, mustard and turnip greens – fresh from the garden. And we’re taking these traditional southern veggies and giving them a new spin, and some new respect.


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Jacksonville as a travel destination

In this segment Lyndsay Rosman from visit Jacksonville highlights some of the points of interest for this great Northeast Florida destination.


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The Perfect Shoe

We traveled to New York to meet with Robert Schwartz, the president and CEO of Eneslow, The Foot Comfort Center. Eneslow was named New York City Retailer of the year for 2009 by the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. Robert tells us about Ryn and how they got started in Health and wellness footwear?


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The Beauty Basics behind Organic Skincare Products

In this segment, we travel to New York City to take the most commonly asked questions about organic beauty products to the one of the world's leading experts on natural skincare. We'll learn what makes a product truly organic, who certifies the industry, and how effective organic products can be. We'll show you some of the ingredients to watch out for on the label, if you want a truly organic beauty product, and we'll learn what wild rose, yoghurt and honey do for you skin.


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The Health Benefits of Cranberries

This segment features tangy, whole dried cranberries covered with smooth Nestlé® Milk Chocolate. Cranberry Raisinets® are a delicious and convenient snack that offers the benefits of the most popular of superfruits. These free-radical-fighting antioxidant-rich Cranberry Raisinets provide 1/2 serving of real fruit in every 1/4 cup and have 30% less fat than the leading chocolate brands.1

1) 8 g fat vs. 11.4 g fat (Average) IN 45 g of the leading chocolate brands.


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Times Square Taste Challenge

The Balancing Act and Heartland Sweetner put Ideal, the new, no-calorie sweetener to the test, in the most Ideal place....TIMES SQUARE!


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NYC Fall Fashion Preview

Come inside fashion central in NYC for a sneak peek of the hottest women’s clothing & accessory trends for Fall, featuring interviews with Chadwick’s style setters and national magazine editors. Get a jump on the latest looks that you can get without going to the store!


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Helping people with diabetes find balance

In this segment we meet with Lorena Drago from the makers of Glucerna® to learn some great information on managing diabetes, as well as quick and easy meal plans and tips to balance your lifestyle.

Latest Advances in Teeth Whitening

When we love our smile – we’re brimming with self-esteem, health, and confidence. But as we get older, stains and discolorations from our personal habits like smoking, and drinking coffee or red wine can make our smiles a little less bright. Your dentist may have the answer in a new whitening system called Pola, used in thousands of dental offices throughout the world. Pola promises a “Whiter, Brighter You” for Life. It’s designed to fit your lifestyle, your finances and your desire for a beautiful smile. Dentist Chris Ramsey is our guest.

Whole Grain Bread for Roman Meal

In this segment, we focus on answering women’s top three wishes with food, managing our weight and cravings, better moods & looking and feeling our best.

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Ultimate Holiday Getaway



How To Pack For & Dress For Business or Leisure Traveling

The Chadwicks style ambassador is back with her fashionable style tips and practical packing tips for women on the go.

A Couples Celebration of Love

In this segment, a happy couple shares their secrets to a loving relationship, and takes us on a trip to the romantic haven where they reconnect and rediscover the things that brought them together in the first place. Find out all about the special getaway they say keeps them going strong year after year!

Travel Tips For The Active Lifestyle

Fashion guru and designer Monica Kalozdi stops by the Balancing Act to show us the latest trends in fashionable bags for active women that combine great looks with great functionality.

Ultimate Caribbean Family Getaways

Adults know how important VACATIONS are to your health, but have you ever thought about how crucial it may also be for your children? In this segment, we discuss the family bonding that can come from a great getaway together, then we'll highlight a new resort in Riveria Maya, Mexico that is focused on family... and so much more! It's a "dream" family vacation!

Tips On Introducing Our Children To The Gift of Reading

Did you realize that the books children read today – can help mold them into the adults they’ll become tomorrow?
So help them choose books that reflect their personal styles and interests…and spark their individuality.
Encourage them to look beyond just the “bestsellers” …
Non-fiction books can not only challenge young minds…but also supplement what they’re learning in the classroom.
Above all… talk with your children about what they’re reading!
The Children’s Book Council can help! Visit c-b-c-books-dot-org to find books that can inspire… entertain….educate … and empower!


Sweeps and Contest News

The Balancing Act Announces the Winner of the Celebration of Love Sweepstakes!

Kathleen Miller - Winner of our Celbration of Love Sweepstakes

The Balancing Act has “nothing but love” for sweepstakes winner Kathleen Miller, of Huntington, West Virginia. Kathleen submitted her entry in the Celebration of Love Sweepstakes, for the chance to win over 3-thousand dollars worth of fine china from Lenox, and diamond and gold jewelry from Piercing Pagaoda!

As the Sweepstakes winner, Kathleen will select eight- four piece place settings from the Lenox “Lifestyle” Fine China collection. Then we move from dishes-- to diamonds. Kathleen has also won more than two-thousand dollars in jewelry from Piercing Pagoda! She will receive nine different pieces of diamond and gold jewelry. Beautiful items ranging from diamond and gold rings— to pendants and earrings!

Congratulations once again to Kathleen! If you want a chance to win any of our contests, sweepstakes, or give-a-ways-- just check out The Balancing Act airing Monday – Friday on Lifetime Television. If you happen to miss the show, you can also watch the show right here.

Up Coming Sweepstakes

Keep on the lookout for The Balancing Act’s next sweepstakes—where you have the chance to win The Ultimate Mother’s Day Make-Over! February 22nd. Mark it on your calendar.

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