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Texas SNAP Benefits Schedule for the Last Week of June 2025

In June 2025, recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Texas are scheduled to receive their benefits in a staggered manner. These benefits are distributed monthly from the 1st to the...

Natural Ways to Boost the Immune System

Natural Ways to Boost the Immune System With the Coronavirus still raging on, according to most experts, millions of people are exercising extreme caution in where they go, what they touch, and with whom they come in contact. People ...

How to Adjust Your Daily Diet Choices to Support Weight Loss Efforts

It can be a real struggle to shed those unwanted pounds and keep them off. All of the exercise in the world will not help if you are not willing to take a close look at your diet. Here are five ways th...

Do You Have High Blood Pressure? These Are the Foods You Need to Avoid

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 45% of all American adults suffer from high blood pressure. Because high blood pressure is one of the biggest predicto...

Nursing and Looking to Boost Your Milk Supply? Try These Foods First

There is nothing quite as frustrating as a nursing mom as dealing with an inadequate milk supply. There can be a number of reasons that may be bringing your milk supply down. The good news is that ther...

Struggling With Getting Enough Quality Sleep? Try Eating These Foods

Everyone understands that getting quality sleep each night is essential for good overall health. The problem is that this sleep can often be elusive for many people. Did you know that what you eat may ...

How "Food Deserts" Affect the Ability to Eat Healthfully

Every couple of years, the federal government updates its nutritional guidelines for Americans. National health surveys also take a look at American eating habits, body mass index (BMI), access to nutrition and how ...

Recertifying Your SNAP Benefits on October 2025

If your SNAP certification period ends in October 2025, yes—renew now to avoid a gap in your food benefits. Here’s a simple guide to what SNAP recertification is, why it matters, and how to do it on time. Che...