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I love salads and there is never a better time to enjoy them than summer!  Hot weather is ideal for breaking out the fresh veggies, not to mention it saves yo…

Most fruits and veggies are not rich in protein with the exception of beans, peas, and lentils. Here are a few higher protein fruits and veggies to note:…

TheBUZZ Protein type affects breast cancer risk? WHAT THEY’RE SAYING A diet high in red meat impacts a woman’s risk of develo…

Did you know that peaches, plums, nectarines, apricots and cherries are all members of the rose family? In spring, the trees on which these fruits grow are co…

Vitamin B12 is readily available in nature from animal meats and dairy foods. Some foods such as cereal grains and non-dairy milks can be fortified with vitam…

Carrots are a root vegetable and are therefore seeking moisture even after being picked by continuing to grow small roots (white strings). Carrots with small…

Stone fruits refer to those that contain a stone (or sometime referred to as a “pit”), which can be removed with ease (Freestone) or without (Cling…

Managing your body weight is the best approach to control the accumulation of fat around the belly. Consuming recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables and…

One large tangerine (about 2 ¾” in diameter) or two small tangerines count as one half cup serving. To see what nutrients are in one serving of tangerines…

I still remember the times we drove through the night as I lay across the seat in the back with my pillow ( seatbelts weren’t as big a deal 30 years ago). To…

As of yet, there is no specific food or diet been proven to be beneficial for arthritis. However, there is a small amount of research available on inflammatio…