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The flaming crab dip is served in a crab-shaped pan and flambeed tableside. (Photo: Mark Heckathorn/DC on Heels)

Summer Seafood

Blackwall Hitch Has a New Summer Menu Last week, Blackwall Hitch, the seafood restaurant with locations in Annapolis, Rehoboth Beach and at 5 Cameron St. in Old Town Alexandria’s Torpedo Factory, introduced its new summer menu. The additions are mostly fish and seafood, although
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Fresh fruits and veggies are high in vitamins and fiber and low in fat. (Photo: Shutterstock)

American Heart Month

Want to Eat Better? Shop Like a Cardiologist Many of us vowed to eat more healthfully in the new year but, one month later, are still struggling to take that first step. February is American Heart Month, so here are some grocery store guidelines to reduce the amount of fat, sugar
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Eating a less-inflammatory diet may be especially important in reducing hip fracture risk in younger women. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Strong Bones

Anti-Inflammatory Diet May Cut Bone Loss Anti-inflammatory diets – which tend to be high in vegetables, fruits, fish and whole grains – could boost bone health and prevent fractures in some women, a new study suggests.   Researchers examined data from the landmark Women’s
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