Most people hear "carrot" and immediately picture a familiar orange vegetable. But carrots also come in red, yellow, purple and white. In fact, some researchers say the first domesticated carrots--developed in the region of what is now Afghanistan--were yellow and purple. Red … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Grow Your Own Sprouts
Sprouts of nuts, beans, and seeds were a dietary staple for over 5,000 years and still remain so in many Southeast Asian diets. After making international headlines for recent bacterial contamination, sprouts have received increased attention. The U.S. government even has a … [Read more...]
Saving Money With Your Vegetable Garden: How Much You Could Save?
Growing your own vegetables is bound to save you money during those all-too-frequent grocery shopping trips. But if you plan strategically, you can maximize the dollar potential of your vegetable garden. And we don’t mean selling your crops, which results in instant profit. … [Read more...]
10 Healthy Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkins mark the arrival of the autumn harvest. While most of us scout around for perfect pumpkins to carve and display, some of us dream of the many delicious ways to enjoy this often overlooked super fruit. Beyond the traditional pumpkin pie, pumpkins are a squash … [Read more...]
List of polyphenol rich vegetables, fruits, herbs and juices
What are polyphenols? Quite simply, polyphenols are naturally occurring compounds found in fruits, vegetables, spices and other plants and food sources. At least one study has shown a decreased mortality rate associated with higher consumption of dietary polyphenol … [Read more...]
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