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Dates are grown on ‘date palm’ trees. Depending on the variety of tree, different types of dates will be produced. To see images of various date palms vi…

Broccoli that is turning yellow is past its peak freshness and will start to slowly lose nutrients. Try to use it while it is fresh and still green. To keep it…

It is about 2 cups each. However, your recommended number of cups for fruits and vegetables varies depending on your activity level and whether you are male o…

Penne Pasta Pomodoro. Kids love pasta and you will love the simplicity of this dish. It’s easy to make and is packed full of vitamin C and fiber. Recipe: Pe…

5 Low-Fat/Low-Calorie Entrées & Side Dishes Grilled Vegetables. A great side to any entrée and a good way to use up extra vegetables from the ga…

Yes, all oils contain 9 calories for each gram of fat. The difference between cooking oils is their ratio of healthy mono- and polyunsaturated fats compared t…

Many Americans suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure) and part of treating this disease is a low-sodium diet.  Even if you don’t have high blood…

As outside temperatures climb, keep the indoors cool with these easy, no- or low-heat dinners. See Daily Recommendations for a Healthy, Balanced Diet Dependin…

TheBUZZ Kids Who Sleep Less Have Bad Eating Habits? WHAT THEY’RE SAYING New research demonstrates that adolescents who chronica…

Most people don’t eat enough vegetables and fruits, but a great way to increase your intake is by eating a variety of salads. A salad can be a powerhouse of…

You don’t have to feel guilty about eating these yummy desserts. Enjoy a healthy and nutritious dessert each day of the week! See Daily Recommendations for…

Leeks come from the same family (allium) as onions, but so does garlic and chives. If you can handle garlic, then possibly leeks would be fine. However, alle…