Eggplant. Aubergine. Guinea squash. Brinjal. Melongene. Did you know that these are all different names for the same item? Many of us conjure up an image of a dark purple oblong object with a stem at the top. However, not… read more
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National Nutrition Month®: Celebrate A World Of Flavors
Do you aimlessly wander up and down the aisles of the grocery store or stare blankly into the fridge when you want something to eat? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. Less than 10% of adults and adolescents in the… read more
Broccoli: Little Trees with Big Results
While broccoli’s odor isn’t always appetizing, the flavor and health benefits of this cruciferous veggie are! These little trees are an excellent boost of nutrition, full of many vitamins and minerals. Did you know that due to broccoli’s fiber content,… read more
The 80/20 Nutrition Rule: Here to Stay or Just Another Trend?
Plenty of diet fads and other crazy, unattainable nutrition trends have come and gone over the years. If you've ever tried to lose weight or live a little healthier after setting a New Year’s resolution, you probably know that these… read more
Spice Up Your Diet With Exotic Foods
We’ve all spent more time in the kitchen these days, and now you may find yourself in a cooking rut. Adding exotic foods to your food repertoire may literally “spice” up your routine in the kitchen. There are a variety… read more
The Health Benefits of Probiotics and Prebiotics
Probiotics and prebiotics line the shelves at the drugstore. Today they are advertised on yogurt cups and may be recommended by your doctor when you were last prescribed antibiotics. What exactly are probiotics and prebiotics, do you need them and… read more
Make Tasty Vegetable Kabobs For a Meat-Free Dinner!
Today is International Plant Appreciation Day! Let plants be the star of the show at dinner tonight with these delicious vegetable kabobs! VEGETABLE KABOBS Ingredients: Baby portabella mushrooms Sweet onion Zucchini squash Yellow squash Garlic Cherry tomatoes Red bell pepper… read more
