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Diet and Dementia
Today we're going to take a closer look at which foods are associated with an increased risk of dementia, and which foods may help prevent risk of developing dementia...
Farm to Table
“From my perspective as an organic farmer and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, small scale, organic, local and sustainable agriculture isn't just a benefit to a community, it's the glue that bonds communities together and is the only way to improve the health of our soils, our health, and our pocket books.”
Can You Get Enough Protein from Vegetables?
Vegetables contain protein, but is it possible to obtain enough protein from a diet made up of only vegetables?
Tasty Salsa Recipes
How better to celebrate salsa month than with some fun new salsas? In this post, we've collected three of our very favorite recipes for melon salsa, olive and carrot salsa, and a mind-blowing baked banana salsa.
Pea Shoots and More Greens
Pea shoots are larger than "sprouts" but are not mature enough to produce peas. They taste like peas and have a delicate flavor. Plus, their versatility makes them delicious whether they are raw or cooked. Find out what we bought at the farmers' market this week and see the dishes we made with our finds!
Apple A Day Savings
You may have already heard about our amazing PDF handout library, and the work continues! Now we're adding lots more while revamping a few fan favorites. Here's a redesigned and updated version of one of our top handouts: Apple a Day Savings...
Don't Fear the Potato!
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, and niacin; and contain the minerals potassium, copper, manganese, and phosphorus. In fact, white potatoes contain more potassium per standard serving than any other vegetable. Include the skin when you prepare potatoes, and they’re also a good source of fiber. Potatoes also contain a variety of phytonutrients, nutrients produced by plants that help promote overall health. Potatoes are also low in saturated fat and sodium, two nutrients when consumed in large amounts are associated with increased risk of heart disease...
The ABCs of Fruits and Veggies
It’s National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is “Go Further with Food,” and what better way is there to fuel the fun than with fresh fruits and vegetables?
Kitchen Hack: Sweet Potato Side Dish
Here’s a sweet potato dish that everyone will want to eat!
Potassium and Your Blood Pressure
Most people know that consuming less sodium helps lower blood pressure, but the important role of potassium is often overlooked...
Eating Sustainably is Great for You and the Environment
While completely removing meat and dairy from our diets may not be feasible, plant-based diets are a cost-effective way to prevent disease and promote the health of the environment...
Winter Squash: Nutrient Powerhouse
Both summer and winter squash are available year-round, but in the depths of winter, it feels good to turn on the oven and roast some squash or make it into a delicious, smooth-textured soup...
Winter Squash Salad
Here’s a salad that pulls out all the stops for the winter. Delicately roasted winter squash, toasted walnuts, delicious greens, and a simple dressing will make this a hit at your table.
Beautiful Brussels Sprouts
Cauliflower-Crusted Pizza
Pizza-Roasted Cauliflower
This classically-seasoned vegetable adds delicious flavor and color to your table.
5 Steps to Building a Better Salad
There are lots of ways to make salad more appealing! Try these tips!
The Dirty Dozen and The Clean Fifteen
The Environmental Working Group analyzes pesticide residue testing data from the USDA and the FDA to develop an annual list of the 12 fruits and vegetables that are most likely to be contaminated with pesticide residues that may be harmful to health. That’s the dirty dozen. They also have a list of the “clean fifteen,” which are the foods that are least likely to be contaminated.
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