Tag: nutrients

  • 5 Fruit and Veggie Basics

    5 Fruit and Veggie Basics

    September is National Fruits & Veggies Month. Did you know eating your fruits and vegetables is important? Not only are they nutritious, they may also offer protection against various diseases, including diabetes, obesity, heart disease and even certain types of cancers. Research has shown that a colorful diet is a great way to boost your… Read more

  • Health Benefits of This Cluster Fruit

    Health Benefits of This Cluster Fruit

    Grapes are berries that grow on a vine. Because of their versatility, variety and portability, grapes are popular all over the world. More than 72 million tons of grapes are grown annually around the globe – more than bananas, oranges or apples. Grapes can be crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange and pink. They grow in… Read more

  • 5 Benefits of Raw Honey You Didn’t Know About

    5 Benefits of Raw Honey You Didn’t Know About

    Firstly, honey is not just one of the oldest cultivated “health” foods, but also one of the most delicious natural sweeteners. And, it is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. Now, I’m sure you’ve heard of plain ol’ honey, but what about raw honey? Not sure what the difference is? Below, is a rundown on all things honey—including… Read more

  • Superfood of the Month: Spinach

    Superfood of the Month: Spinach

    March is National Nutrition Month, a nutrition education campaign which focuses on the importance of making good food choices. Food science studies continue to show that eating spinach helps improve health and reduce the risk of many health issues, from cancer to memory loss to strokes. Here’s just a short list of what makes Spinach… Read more