Matters of the heart are always important, but especially so during the month of February. Not only is there Valentine's Day to think about, February is also American Heart Month. This is a good time to evaluate your food choices and the impact they may have on your heart. Fresh, in season fruits and vegetables are among the best choices you can make for your heart health.
When popping a sweet, juicy strawberry into your mouth, have you ever wondered about the brilliant red color of it? What makes blueberries so blue, or red raspberries so red? The answer lies in antioxidant flavonoid compounds that lend color to fruits, plants and vegetables: plant pigments. One group of these coloring compounds is known...
Fresh Herbs
The secret to well-flavored, well-seasoned dishes often lies in the utilization of fresh herbs. Healthy and delicious, herbs are a fantastic way to add flavor—and not a lot of fat or calories—to a wide range of palate-pleasing recipes.
Rosemary is believed to help with concentration, and contains compounds that can be useful for increasing circulation and...
Healthy Drinking and Eating Habits for Better Sleep
Late at night, when your tired, overworked body begs for sleep but your busy mind is wide awake, you may decide to slide your feet into your slippers and head straight into the kitchen to warm yourself a glass of milk. While we do not need to eat certain foods to get essential shut-eye, there...
A Healthy Mind & Body
A well-balanced diet is crucial for overall good health. The foods we eat, and the nutrients they contain, help keep every part of the human body functioning properly. Diet impacts not just physical health, but mental health as well. Our abilities to relax, concentrate, retain information, and perform day-to-day tasks can be greatly influenced by...
Creating The Ultimate Summer Salads
The summer season offers up a beautiful bounty of some of the most flavorful and nutritious fruits and vegetables. With such a plethora of fresh produce to choose from, salads are a quick, simple and satisfying way to experience a wide variety of summer’s finest foods. Whether you love them tossed, chopped or layered, for...
Produce Color
Produce that share color often share health benefits. Learn about eating by color!
