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Fruits and vegetables can be incorporated into a diet for people with epilepsy, however, this population usually follows a ketogenic diet that requires caref…

  Spaghetti squash is pale yellow with a hard, smooth skin and rounded shape.  You can find this squash available in early fall through winter although most…

 Cara cara oranges are technically a navel orange type and do not contain furanocoumarin compounds known to interact with statins (cholesterol medicines). �…

Breakfast or brunch is an overlooked meal that can help you reach your produce goals. The addition of fruits and veggies for brunch offers fiber (to help you f…

September is National Chicken Month.  I highlight this because chicken can be a terrific source of lean protein–just make sure you use the white meat an…

 Yes. There are a couple things you can do with mature beans.  Shell the beans and cook the seeds. Boil for 20 minutes and serve as a side or use in soup or…

The consumption of fruits and vegetables is associated with reduced risk of some chronic diseases. However, though fruits and vegetables are powerhouses for ma…

It seems like yesterday we were welcoming the summer season, but it’s already time for the new school year to begin again.  If you’re like most mo…

Afternoon tea originated in England in the 1840’s as a light meal enjoyed by the upper class and was eaten between the hours of 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 pm. …

There are many reputable scientific research articles that demonstrate consumption of fruits and vegetables may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases…

I associate slow-cooked collard greens with the changing of the seasons and moving into fall with cooler weather. Hearty and savory, these warm braised greens…

The American plate is changing as more and more consumers eschew meals in favor of snacks. In the State of Snacking survey conducted by Information Resources,…