We all know that we should eat more vegetables, but we don’t. Carrots are a vegetable that most people like and not a hard sell to the family. They are inexpensive, available year-round, and an excellent source of vitamin A. Vitamin A is crucial to maintaining healthy cells, particularly mucus, skin and bone cells. It … Read More
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Keep an eye on your diet. Those who eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains reduce their risk for age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) by 35%. ARMD affects 1.75 million Americans and is the leading cause of blindness in older adults. … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. We all know that we should eat more vegetables, but we don’t. Carrots are a vegetable that most people like and not a hard sell to the family. Grimmway Farms has been … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Few would argue with the nutrient benefits of broccoli, rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, folic acid, potassium and fiber and low in sodium and calories. It is truly one of … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Garden Lites identifies itself as “the delicious vegetable company.” They have produced a line of frozen, crustless, vegetable soufflés which are high in fiber and protein. Each 7-ounce serving provides 2 servings of vegetables and could easily serve 2 as a side dish or 1 as a main dish. All flavors are gluten free and kosher certified (Star K). Depending on the ingredients the nutrient profile and calories vary… … Read More
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Eat your veggies, especially green and yellow ones – broccoli, green beans, peas, and corn. Research shows that diets rich in green and yellow vegetables reduce heart disease by almost 40%. … Read More
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Kids are always labeled as hating vegetables, but adults aren’t much better. Barely one-quarter of US adults eat 3 or more vegetables a day. To help families rediscover some yummy vegetables choices, Birds Eye has teamed up with two registered dietitians, the Meal Makeover Moms (www.MealMakeoverMoms.com) to offer delicious recipes the whole family will love. … Read More
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Pepper power – one green pepper gives you double your vitamin C for the day. Red or yellow peppers offer three to four times your daily vitamin C plus twice your daily requirement for vitamin A. … Read More
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Good news! Over the last 20 years, Americans have upped their vegetables intake by 25%. But, there’s some bad news: French fries and potato chips made up over one-fourth of the total vegetable gain and ketchup contributes heavily to our intake of tomatoes. … Read More
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