You know you should be eating more vegetables. We all should. Because even if you’re a big veggie fan it’s easy to fall short from time to time. Experts say we should be eating between seven and nine vegetables a day, at least. And let’s be honest, some days you simply can’t face one more bowl ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:September 14, 2017
UPDATED:July 21, 2017
5 unusual and delicious superveggies to try this summer
We’re in peak veggie season and it’s easy to fill up your plate with a variety of gorgeous, fresh-picked vegetables. From bright red peppers to crisp green cucumbers, fitting in your daily five or more is a breeze. But there’s also no better time to break out of your vegetable rut and try ... Read More ›
UPDATED:January 29, 2017
18 proven tricks make your produce last longer
Eating fresh real foods is the number one thing you can do for your health. But let’s be honest, it can be expensive, too. Especially when you find yourself tossing out your fresh produce because it has gone bad before you were able to use it. Talk about frustrating! Well relax, we’ve got you ... Read More ›
UPDATED:November 14, 2016
3 tips to help you avoid fraud at the farmers market
We’re huge fans of farmers markets around here. I have one within walking distance of my house, and I prefer to pick up my produce, dairy and sometimes meats there whenever I can. I might pay a bit more sometimes, but I like supporting local farmers, and being able to look the person who is growing ... Read More ›
UPDATED:July 12, 2016
Harness the natural power in food to fight cancer
Whether or not you choose to use a mainstream medicine form of cancer treatment, there may be some foods that can help in your recovery as well. More specifically, there are chemicals in the foods we eat that can help. Dr. Patrick Quillin discusses... what these powerful plant chemicals ... Read More ›
UPDATED:July 14, 2016
3 cooking hacks to boost the nutrition in your vegetables
We’ve been told time and time again to eat more vegetables. But did anyone tell us the best way to cook them? Scientists (I guess ones who listened to their moms!) took to the kitchen and discovered some interesting things about how to get the biggest nutritional bang for your buck when ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 19, 2016
“Cabbagegate” may soon be coming to a court near you
Lock your doors and pull down the shades. It's happened again. Our fellow citizens are clearly out of control, and, for our own safety, they must be stopped. Last year Steve Miller was locked in a legal battle with his local government in DeKalb County outside of Atlanta, Georgia. County ... Read More ›
UPDATED:July 7, 2016
Are you unwittingly devouring dangerous toxins?
Fourteen. That, according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), is the average number of pesticides you're likely to be unknowingly gulping down in an attempt to be healthy by eating your "five fruits and vegetables" per day. Of course, that's if the produce you're choosing happens to be ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 19, 2016
When did organic gardening become a crime?
Have you decided to grow your own organic fruits and vegetables at home? Well, if so, you had better tread carefully, because that kind of criminal behavior could land you in court and saddled with a big fat fine. And no, sadly, I'm NOT joking. In fact, that's exactly what has happened to a ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 23, 2016
Cancer 101: How to flip the cancer switch to OFF
Few things rank as high as cancer on the fear scale. For many people, a cancer diagnosis challenges their view of themselves as a "healthy person" and it can feel like a death sentence. Fortunately, many cancers are curable. You can survive cancer and be healthy. Understanding Cancer 101 A ... Read More ›
