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
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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
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
Amazing Sweet Potatoes
Unlike a potato (edible tuber of the nightshade family), the sweet potato is a large edible root of the morning glory family. Sweet potatoes are typically recognized by their copper-colored skin and vibrant orange flesh. However there are varieties grown worldwide that display colors such as white, cream, yellow, and purple. The more common orange-fleshed … Continue reading Amazing Sweet Potatoes
Cauliflower’s Remarkable Health benefits
Cauliflower is a member of the cruciferous vegetable family - along with cabbage, kale, broccoli, and brussel sprouts. Recent studies suggest that cruciferous vegetables are an excellent source of natural antioxidants due to their various phytochemicals. Recent research also demonstrate that cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower are highly correlated with preventing chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, … Continue reading Cauliflower’s Remarkable Health benefits
The Several Benefits of Avocados
Avocado - that buttery green fruit that you can spread on a sandwich, dice into a salad, and mash into guacamole (America's favorite dip). Research has demonstrated that avocados offer some surprising and powerful health benefits. One of the most nutrient-dense foods, avocados are high in fiber, folate, potassium, vitamin E, and magnesium. No doubt, … Continue reading The Several Benefits of Avocados
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 