Asparagus, officially known as Asparagus officinalis, is a member of the lily family. This popular spring vegetable comes in a variety of colors, including green, white and purple, and it is used in dishes around the world, including frittatas, pastas, and stir-fries. Asparagus is also low in calories and packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and … Continue reading Asparagus: Sparrow Grass
Category: Fruits and Vegetables
Bell Peppers: Capsicums
The bell pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a fruit that belongs to the nightshade family. Botanically it is a fruit, but nutritionally considered a vegetable. Also called a sweet pepper or capsicum, it is native to Central and South America and can be eaten either raw or cooked. Bell peppers come in various colors, such as … Continue reading Bell Peppers: Capsicums
10 Amazing Health Benefits of Carrots
Carrots are a root vegetable and are found in many colors including yellow, white, orange, red, and purple. Orange carrots, the most widely available, get their color from carotenoids, antioxidants that your body converts to vitamin A. Carrots are also a good source of fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Carrots are one of the … Continue reading 10 Amazing Health Benefits of Carrots
Pumpkin: It’s Not Just For Pie
Did you know that pumpkin is technically a fruit? Although it is scientifically a fruit, its nutritional profile is more similar to vegetables than fruits. Pumpkin is a cultivar of winter squash and is native to North America (northeastern Mexico and the southern United States). Pumpkin is very nutritious, as it is brimming with vitamins, … Continue reading Pumpkin: It’s Not Just For Pie
Pomegranate: The Apple With Many Seeds
The pomegranate is among the healthiest fruits on the planet. It is red, round, and looks like a red apple with a flower-shaped stem. Its skin is thick and inedible, but it contains hundreds of edible seeds. Each seed is surrounded by a red, juicy and sweet seed covering known as an aril. The seeds … Continue reading Pomegranate: The Apple With Many Seeds
Dark Leafy Greens: Kale
Kale is a green, leafy, cruciferous vegetable and a member of the mustard family, as are cabbage and Brussels sprouts. There are many different types of kale, and the leaves can have either a smooth or curly shape. Kale contains fiber, antioxidants, calcium, vitamins C and K, iron, and a wide range of other nutrients … Continue reading Dark Leafy Greens: Kale
Dark Leafy Greens: Spinach
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the amaranth family. It is related to beets and quinoa, and it is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. Eating spinach may benefit eye health, reduce oxidative stress, help prevent cancer, and reduce blood pressure levels. You can buy it canned, frozen, or fresh and eat it … Continue reading Dark Leafy Greens: Spinach
Mango – The King of Fruits
Luscious and sweet, mango is known as the "king of fruits." Biting into this tropical fruit can feel like pure bliss, so much so that you may wonder if something so delicious and decadent can actually be good for you. The answer is a resounding "yes." Mangoes offer some pretty impressive perks. In fact, studies … Continue reading Mango – The King of Fruits
The Power of Pineapple
Pineapple is an incredibly delicious and healthy tropical fruit. This popular fruit is packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds, such as enzymes that can fight inflammation and disease. Pineapple and its compounds have been linked to many health benefits including aiding digestion, boosting immunity, and building strong bones. Here are 8 impressive health … Continue reading The Power of Pineapple
Chickpeas and Health
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, come in two varieties. The Kabuli-type is large, round and light-colored; The Desi-type is small, dark, and irregularly shaped. Chickpeas have high nutritional value and are rich in carbohydrate, protein, fiber, B vitamins, and some minerals (phosphorus, iron). They are a nutritional staple of many diets. Reasons to Eat … Continue reading Chickpeas and Health
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 