Tag: vegetables

  • 7 Nutrition Powerhouses to Enjoy During National Nutrition Month

    7 Nutrition Powerhouses to Enjoy During National Nutrition Month

    This month, March, is National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Personalize Your Plate.” It promotes creating nutritious meals to meet people’s cultural and personal food preferences. While of course, it is important to eat foods that are nutritious, taste is a key reason why people choose to eat what they do. Pairing good nutrition with… Read more

  • Enjoying Fall Flavors

    Enjoying Fall Flavors

    The fall season is officially upon us. This time of year is marked by crisp, cool days, preparation and celebration, and an abundance of warming, harvest foods. As the temperature drops, our bodies require more concentrated, energy-rich foods like root vegetables, squashes, seeds and nuts. The fall is a great time to experiment with cooking… Read more

  • How to Naturally Strengthen Your Bones

    How to Naturally Strengthen Your Bones

    For many, bone density holds cause for concern and the lingering diagnosis of osteoporosis is a name none of us want to hear.  Whether you are in your teens or enjoying your golden years, there are natural steps you can take to support greater bone health.  The following has been researched deep down to the… Read more

  • What’s In Season Now: An Introduction to Autumn Flavors

    What’s In Season Now: An Introduction to Autumn Flavors

    Although Fall is not my favorite time of year, the season brings out some of my most admired things: pumpkin spice, chunky sweaters, booties, and some of my favorite vegetables. Butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and kale are all staples in my diet this time of year. These hearty root vegetables will warm you… Read more

  • How to Clean Fruits & Vegetables With Vinegar

    How to Clean Fruits & Vegetables With Vinegar

    Every year, millions of people fall ill from food contamination, including sickness caused by fruits and vegetables. Animals, dangerous substances in soil and water, poor hygiene of food employees and several other circumstances can lead to contamination. To avoid this, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends washing produce thoroughly. But, there’s no need to… Read more

  • The Health Benefits of Carrots

    The Health Benefits of Carrots

    Carrots are pretty and full of flavor and nutrients. They can be stored fresh for months, but can also be canned, frozen, or dried. Carrots are equally at home with sweet or savory dishes. If you have carrots in your refrigerator or your pantry, then you can create stuffing for vegetables, quick breads, muffins, cookies,… Read more

  • Color Your Plate Healthy

    Color Your Plate Healthy

    How are you doing with your New Year’s resolution? Every year millions of Americans make resolutions on January 1st. Many of them have something to do with improving health and wellness. But by February 1st a majority of those resolutions have gone right out the window. Since 1980 the American Dietetic Associate has been providing… Read more

  • 5 Ideas To Celebrate National Organic Harvest Month

    5 Ideas To Celebrate National Organic Harvest Month

    September has been designated as National Organic Harvest Month™. It’s a great time to discover – or rediscover — the many benefits that organic products and agriculture have to offer you, your family, and the planet. Check with your local organic retailers to learn more about National Organic Harvest Month™. In the meantime, consider these five… Read more

  • 7 Fruits and Vegetables to Enjoy During National Nutrition Month

    7 Fruits and Vegetables to Enjoy During National Nutrition Month

    This month March, is National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward.” While of course, it is important to eat foods that are nutritious, taste is a key reason why people choose to eat what they do. Pairing good nutrition with great taste creates a win-win situation. National Nutrition Month, created… Read more

  • 3 Food Hacks To Make Your Food Healthier

    3 Food Hacks To Make Your Food Healthier

    Today, the largest cause of mortality in the Western World is not a lack of food or rampaging bacteria… In fact, it’s what we do eat that poses the greatest risk to our lives. Diet and lifestyle now drive the top causes of death in America. Food is no longer our means for survival. For… Read more