Trying to brighten up your holiday meals? Why not try some Brussels sprouts! These little cruciferous vegetables belong to the cabbage family. Chock full of B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin K (caution if you take warfarin (coumadin) or any other blood thinners) and...
It’s the fall and pumpkin is EVERYWHERE. You are finding it in your favorite coffee, desserts, soups and even beer! But how about your pancakes? By now you are probably aware of the health benefits of pumpkin. This vitamin A rich food is a great substation to a...
Looking for a low calorie snack to munch on? Try some popcorn! Popcorn is a 100% whole grain food. It is packed with fiber, which is great for your digestive health and helps to keep you fuller for longer. Three cups of popcorn is considered 1 serving and about 100...
Everyone has heard the old adage of “8 glasses a day”. This statement is a myth, but believe or not is not that far off from the truth. The current fluid recommendations for adults is about 91 fl oz for women and 125 fl oz for men. This may seem like a lot, but this...
Looking for a fresh summer treat? Skip the water ice and ice pops loaded with added sugars and try something simple at home. Have some fun with this recipe, get creative and have your kids get involved in the process. Have them pick out a fun new seasonal fruit to...
Quin No Uh? Kee-no-what? Quinoa! What is this thing…”quinoa”? How do you pronounce it? This wonderful ancient grain is called quinoa and pronounced “keen-wah”. Quinoa is considered a whole grain and is also naturally gluten-free. It is such an important food because...
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