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Onions and garlic are two of the most commonly used alliums, a group of closely related plants in the lily family. However, leeks, scallions, and shallots are…

Eggplant is used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Indian and Asian cooking. In Italian it’s called melanzana, and in French, aubergine but by any other nam…

That is great that your four year old loves fruits! Keep encouraging them to eat their fruit and introduce new fruits and vegetables in with the oranges and ma…

If you planted summer squash back in the spring, you’re probably trying to figure out what to do with all of it right about now. My guess is you’v…

Bursting with tangy sweet flavor, blueberries are at their peak during July—just in time for National Blueberry Month, making it the perfect time to enjoy th…

Check out these external resources for the latest information on nutrition, health and dietary guidelines. USDA’s Healthy Plate Icon Check out the U.S. Depar…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the nation’s top source of health information and is the lead government agency and primary health au…

This week, I welcome Brianna Shales of Stemilt Growers.  Stemilt Growers is known for their apples, pears and, during the summer months, their delicious cherr…

TheBUZZ Americans are cutting back on sugary drinks? WHAT THEY’RE SAYING Both children and adults in the U.S. have reduced their consumption of sugary d…

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…

This week, I welcome a blog post from Melissa’s Produce on Hatch Chile Peppers.  The folks at Melissa’s Produce were gracious enough to provide us…

TheBUZZ High Fat Consumption May Lead to Fatigue WHAT THEY’RE SAYING A diet rich in fats may increase daytime drowsiness. WHAT WE KNOW When we get bu…