Healthy Eating Tips – Beets
Did you know that beets are rich in betalains, a class of potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatories that battle chronic diseases like heart disease, obesity, and possibly cancer? Speaking of cancer,...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Bok Choy
Did you know that selenium found in bok choy has been found to boost your immune system? It stimulates the production of T-cells that identify and kill invading bacteria and viruses! That’s something...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Green Beans
Everyone knows that green beans are a nice, crunchy, low-calorie food! But did you know they also provide many key nutrients? Young, tender green beans are a good source of vitamin C, dietary fiber,...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Oranges
Did you know that oranges are a great natural source of folate for moms and babies? Your body uses folate to divide cells and make DNA. It helps prevent birth defects, and is especially important for...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Peaches
Peaches are a tasty summer treat, but did you know they are also great for your gut? Peaches are high in fiber and aid in supporting good digestive health. Peaches also contain prebiotics, which feed...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Tomatoes
Did you know that tomatoes are a super source of the antioxidant lycopene? Lycopene has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. The redder the...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Peppers
Summer is time for peppers! So many varieties are grown here in the Central Valley. . . but which ones have the most health benefits? Red peppers pack the most nutrition because they’ve been on the...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Eggplants
Eggplant or as the British say, Aubergine! A lovely color and a vegetable that grows very well here in the Central Valley. Eggplants are an excellent source of dietary fiber and rich in the antioxidant...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tips – Squash
Zucchini is a summer favorite but watch your crop closely as one day they are small and the next they are HUGE! Zucchini are low calorie, fat free, and high in water and fiber, making it great for...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tip – Red Onions
Did you know that red onions contain a higher amount of antioxidants and flavonoids than the yellow or white onion? They’re a rich source of quercetin, a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory...
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