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Here's The Catch With Veggies: Starchy vs Non-Starchy
We know that vegetables are good for us because they are loaded with vitamins, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. We need them for energy and digestion. But did you know that there are two types of vegetables: starchy vegetables and non-starchy vegetables? - Most carb counters are aware of this, but not everyone is, mostly because most of us have been raised with the mantra that vegetables are vegetables...
October 28, 2023
Strategies to Get Kids and Grandkids to Eat Veggies
Cooking for children can be a challenge. A plate of broccoli or asparagus may not get the same praise as chicken nuggets, mac ‘n cheese or ice cream, but it's totally possible to make veggies tolerable for little ones. With a little effort, it may even be possible to turn kids and grandkids into voluntary veggie eaters. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches don't have to be the nightly fare for kids who...
February 25, 2020
Want More Veggies in Your Diet? Try Adding Them at Breakfast!
Having trouble finding ways to incorporate more green (and red, yellow, orange and purple) into your day? Try eating vegetables for breakfast! A nutrient-dense selection of vegetables can be a great way to kick-start your day. Need some inspiration? My newest publication, -100 Best Foods for Health and Longevity- details the amazing benefits of some of the earth’s most nutritious foods and includes...
January 30, 2020
New Research Says This Compound Might Attack Tumor Growth
Studies have shown a correlation between eating large amounts of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and a lower risk of cancer. And, more to the point, researchers may have finally found one of the reasons why. Cruciferous vegetables contain an enzyme that breaks down into a unique compound in the body. This compound, I3C, activates a tumor-suppressing enzyme, and tests on supplemented mice have...
June 24, 2019
Save Money: Don't Buy These Organic
Each year, the Environmental Working Group compiles a list of fruits and vegetables called- The Clean Fifteen. Using information from a USDA database, the EWG has found the produce on this list to have the lowest residue from pesticides. This makes finding affordable, non-organic produce a little easier for those on a tight grocery budget. The Clean Fifteen is a resource provided to consumers detailing...
June 11, 2019
Here's Why You Need to Eat Your Vegetables
"Eat your vegetables!" Did your mother ever say this to you when you were a child? As it turns out, she was right. Vegetables are an essential part of a nutritious diet, and if you don't eat them, you could be risking your health. Here's why you should make vegetables a part of your everyday diet. Essential Nutrients Contained in Vegetables - Veggies are nutritional powerhouses, and they can help you...
January 21, 2019