According to the latest health statistics, most of us need to increase our fruit and vegetable intake, and dark leafy greens in particular. Far from just a cliché, dark leafy greens are true superfoods that pack a powerful nutrient punch. 3 Reasons to Add Dark Greens to Your Diet While celebrating all things… Continue Reading
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients: Brussels sprouts† (about 5 sprouts per person) 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Salt Fresh cracked pepper Cayenne pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Peel the outer, beat-up layers of the Brussels sprouts off. Trim the end, then cut Brussels sprouts in half. Rinse in colander and shake excess… Continue Reading
9 Must-Have Nutrients for Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails
Shiny hair, radiant skin, and strong nails are hallmarks of youth and beauty. But no matter your age, if you aren’t getting the nutrients you need, your appearance will be affected. To look your best, make sure you’re getting these 9 must-have beauty vitamins and nutrients: Vitamin C Boosts collagen production, protects skin from… Continue Reading
The Fiber 4-1-1: What It Does, Why You Should Eat It & How to Get More in Your Diet
A good diet starts with including foods that are rich in nutrients, vitamins and fiber. Women should be consuming about 25 grams of fiber per day and men should be consuming 38 grams. Wait, but what is fiber? How do I get fiber into my diet? What does fiber do for you? Fiber… Continue Reading
Grapes
(Vitis vinifera) Grapes are round or oval berries that grow on woody vines in clusters ranging from about fifteen to nearly three hundred. Grapes feature semi-translucent juicy flesh encased in a smooth skin and may contain edible seeds. Categorized as either “white” (green in color) or “black” (crimson, dark blue, deep purple, and… Continue Reading
Green Beans
(Phaseolus vulgaris) Green beans belong to the legume family. Other members include shell beans such as pinto beans, kidney beans, and black beans. All of these beans are referred to as “common beans”, a tribute to a shared ancestor that originated thousands of years ago in Peru. Traditionally referred to as string beans… Continue Reading
Cucumbers
(Cucumis sativus) Cucumbers are a member of the gourd family. Other members include watermelon, zucchini, pumpkin and squash. Although botanically classified as a fruit, cucumbers are often perceived and prepared as a vegetable. Cucumbers originated in India and have been cultivated there for over 3,000 years. From India their cultivation spread throughout Western… Continue Reading
Asparagus
(Asparagus officinalis) Native to the Mediterranean region of Southern Europe, asparagus is a member of the Lily family, related to onions, leeks, and garlic. Asparagus means “shoot” or “sprout” in Greek, a fitting name as the ancient Greeks were one of the first to cultivate this sprout nearly 3,000 years ago. During the Middle… Continue Reading
Wilted Spinach
Serves 2 – 3 Ingredients: 1 large bag of spinach (pre-cleaned and dry) Olive Oil 2 cloves of garlic, cleaned and diced 1 lemon, cut into quarters with seeds removed Salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper Directions: In a large saute pan, add a few tablespoons of olive oil and diced garlic and cook… Continue Reading
Celery
(Apium graveolens) Celery is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Other members include carrots, fennel, parsley, and dill. Perhaps best known for its stalks, celery is a versatile vegetable, crunchy in texture with a mildly salty taste. While celery ribs are the most commonly consumed portion of the vegetable, the roots, leaves, and seeds… Continue Reading