Help me win the Mambolicious Healthy Recipe Contest 2009, this week!

I'm a semi-finalist of the Mambolicious Healthy Recipe Contest of 2009! As a children's author, researcher and developer of healthy, allergy-free or gluten-free recipes I entered my healthy Banana Muffins using Equal Exchange Organic Baking Cocoa- within the category for Kids Eat Smart- Delicious!

Please visit the following link to cast your vote in favor of my "banana muffin" recipe, which is half way down the page: http://www.mambosprouts.com/events/recipecontest09/vote.html - Scroll to the bottom of the page and click the "cast your vote" link to be re-directed to the voting page. You will see a "Kids Eat Smart" drop-down menu then choose my scrumptious Mambolicious Winning Banana Muffins.

Thank you so much for your support! My Banana Muffins are on the front page, half way down "Kids Eat Smart" section to see and print the recipe.

Healthy Eating!......thanks Tina Turbin

Remembering how wonderful it was being read to as a child. If you have kids read to them.

Moms (and Dads) - have you read a good book to your child lately? http://DannyTheDragon.com

8. Reverse the effects of aging. Look and feel great at 50, 60, 70 or more.

Bad news on the contrary, it is entirely possible to reverse the effects of aging. As our bodies get older, changes steadily occur, and getting ready for these changes early on will make all the difference. At the age of 60, keeping healthy with a positive outlook and a good exercise, diet and vitamin regimen will be essential. It's never too late to get started on the road to good health! For recipes and more information, visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info.

Spending time with friends. It’s a wonderful way to de-stress – in fact, even scientific research has confirmed this.

Spending time with friends is a wonderful form of de-stressing – in fact, even scientific research has confirmed this.

Quick! How many kinds of baking flours can you name?

Did you know that there's more to flour than just typical white flour? Many of us have heard of the un-healthiness of white flour, and of course for those of us with wheat allergies, that makes whole-wheat flour un-healthy as well, so what kinds of flours do we have to turn to? For starters, there's coconut flour and even legume flour, and a handful of others. Who would've thought that you could also get protein from your flour intake! For recipes and more information, visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info.

Is an illness affecting your lifestyle? Simple steps to alleviate female illness and issues.

Women's health is of the highest importance to me. Not just because I'm a woman, but also because women play such an important role in our society. With the various responsibilities that we carry, especially as mothers, maintaining health is vital. Note that the following reproductive issues/illnesses can be alleviated by incorporating a wheat-free diet into your lifestyle: menstrual cramping, endometriosis, infertility, fibroids and more. It's worth looking into. For more information, visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info.

Enjoying some mouth-wateringly delicious, gluten-free chocolate brownies. Get the recipe at http://GlutenFreeHelp.info

Chocolate brownies can still be healthy while also being mouth-wateringly delicious! Get the recipe at http://GlutenFreeHelp.info

Easy to make, healthy recipes that kids (and adults!) love.

Make simple changes to conventional recipes Healthful cooking and baking has never been easier, especially with the multitude of alternatives and substitutes on the market. You can take any of your conventional recipes and doctor them up with delicious results. I do it all the time and have created a great many recipes that both adults and kids love! I hope you are inspired to do the same for your family. For recipes and more information, visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info.

Writing that the misdiagnosis of some gluten/wheat allergy symptoms can create a state of mal-nutrition. http://GlutenFreeHelp.info

Misdiagnosis of wheat or gluten allergy symptoms can create a state of mal-nutrition.

If you could create any effect that you wanted....

Taking a moment to be inspired by another's creations is always wonderful. Whether it be one's writing or paintings, sculptures, etc., the effect of the arts cannot be under-estimated. I have so many areas of the arts that I am continually inspired by, one of those areas being writing, one of my most favorite activities to engage in.

Ladies: I've found a resource that specializes in healthy, non-toxic, non-drying, gluten-free cosmetics!

Having fun with my healthy, non-toxic, non-drying, gluten-free cosmetics. Want some?

Contemplating the role that Native American women have played in the human rights movement.

Native American women have played a tremendous role in the human rights movement. What are your thoughts?

Great Recipes with Great Taste -- And They're Gluten-free to Boot!

When most people think about healthful, gluten-free or wheat-free recipes, the first thing that may come to mind is, will the recipe taste good? Even the most discriminating palates will find such delectable treats as gluten-free scones, muffins and brownies to be quite delicious, not to mention the tasty main dishes that can be put together. Try some gluten-free cooking, you might be surprised! For recipes and more information, visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info.

How's your marriage doing?

The statistics are clear, nowadays, many couples are having marital troubles and unfortunately giving up on their lifelong vows. Marriage is not a cake walk, but where there's a will there's a way. Even though the maintaining of the spark after several years of marriage can be difficult at times, I have some tried-and-true tips to share that actually WORK! Visit http://TinaTurbin.com/blog for more information.

Have you stopped to appreciate a beautiful piece of art today? Aesthetic effects cannot be ignored.

Appreciating a beautiful piece of art.

Food allergies, particularly to wheat and gluten, go largely undetected in millions of Americans. http://GlutenFreeHelp.info

Side-effects can be disastrous

Stomach-aches are very common, but did you know that recurring aches could be a sign of food allergies, specifically gluten and wheat allergies? Even such common problems as depression, fatigue, aching joints and menstrual cramping are directly associated with such allergies. When these problems aren't addressed for what they are, the side effects as a result can be disastrous. It is very important to get educated. Visit http://GlutenFreeHelp.info for more information.