Blog: Expert Q&A

Research suggests a possible relationship exists between a compound in mushrooms called eritadenine and lower cholesterol values. However, research is still o…

You may be able to find fresh mushrooms at local markets, or you may need to have them imported. Inquire at markets or at local restaurants, chefs may be able…

Excessive soy intake can cause gas in some people. Like beans, soy products are derived from a legume. Some people have a hard time digesting the sugars in l…

Blueberries are best stored cold. The refrigerator will slow down the ripening process therefore prolonging their freshness. You may have noticed a dusty outer…

The seeds inside okra are absolutely safe to eat. The seeds provide some of the fiber found in okra which helps digestion. Okra is a great compliment to many…

Cooking vegetables can reduce the amounts of some vitamins (like vitamin C), but can make other nutrients more easily used by your body (like lycopene in tomat…

Typically, all fruits can be worked into a meal plan for diabetes, but since they do contain carbohydrates, the portions need to be controlled. Blood sugar res…

Daily caloric intake depends on activity level in addition to sex, age, height, and weight. The more active a person is means more calories are needed to accou…

Vegetable juice, tomato/tomato products, potatoes (sweet and white), peanut butter, milk, prunes, mangoes, bananas, and oranges are all high in potassium. See…

Fruits and vegetables offer a variety of nutrients that fuel the body in many different ways. There is no one fruit or vegetable that can contribute to a good…

Having picky eaters is normal. Children learn about foods in a variety of ways. They have to smell it, touch it, taste it, see you enjoying it, and then maybe…

The pink/red color around the eyes of Yukon gold potatoes is a normal characteristic for the variety. Enjoy the flavor of Yukon gold’s in these potato dishe…

One cup of spaghetti squash has 40 calories, 10 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of sugar. Spaghetti squash is fat free and one cup provides 2 grams of fib…

Fresh or frozen cardoons may be available at your local grocery store during the winter when they are in season. Ask your grocer or specialty food store if th…

The amount of fruits and vegetables recommended is dependent upon your age, sex and physical activity level. To make things simple, aim to fill half your plate…

All fruits and vegetables contain some degree of fiber which helps to prevent constipation. Fruits and veggies with edible peels (apples, pears, dates, sweet p…

Fruits & Veggies–More Matters® is a health initiative focused on helping Americans increase fruit & vegetable consumption for better health. We do…

According to the USDA Food Inspection Service, canned foods are safe indefinitely as long as they are not exposed to freezing temperatures, or temperatures abo…