Artichoke Messages - Food and Health Communications

Artichokes are a great vegetable for consumers who want to watch their weight. They are low in calories and eating them is time consuming. Plus they make a meal or table fun and interactive for all guests.

Here are messages you can use for social media for your clients, patients, students, and employees. California artichokes are available year round but the peak season starts in March and runs through May.

Did you know that artichokes are technically a flower. They’re grown primarily in Spain, France and Italy.

Here are some fun facts about artichokes along with 3 ways to use them:

California grows 100% of the US artichoke crop.
Artichokes contain inulin, a fiber that aids in blood sugar control.
One medium artichoke provides 60 calories and 7 grams of fiber.
Artichokes are a good source of folate and vitamin K.
Use boiled artichokes as an appetizer or with a meal. Serve them with garlic mayonnaise or fresh-squeezed lemon juice.

By Lisa C. Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

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Judy received The Culinary Institute of America’s Pro Chef II certification, the American Culinary Federation Bronze Medal, Gold Medal, and ACF Chef of the Year. Her enthusiasm for eating nutritiously and deliciously leads her to constantly innovate and use the latest in nutritional science and Dietary Guidelines to guide her creativity, from putting new twists on fajitas to adapting Italian brownies to include ingredients like toasted nuts and cooked honey. Judy’s publishing company, Food and Health Communications, is dedicated to her vision that everyone can make food that tastes as good as it is for you.