Tag: vitamin C

Keep Your Eye on Potatoes

by Nancy Gal
September 15, 2018

Potatoes are one of America’s most popular vegetables. Whether baked, boiled, microwaved, steamed or fried, they are a favorite complement to most any meal. They are delicious and nutrient-dense, containing essential nutrients important ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Anthocyanins, Antioxidants, Carotenoids, Colorful Mashed Potato Recipe, Dietary Fiber, Good Health, Green Potatoes, Nutrients, Potassium, Potato, Vegetable, Vitamin C

Look Beyond Green and Orange for More Great Eats

by Nancy Gal
September 1, 2018

Cauliflower is not new on the produce scene, yet it still has not made the top of the list for favorite vegetables. This is a shame considering it is an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium and a good source of folate. Like other cruciferous ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Cauliflower, Curds, Folate, Health, Phytochemicals, Potassium, Salad, Vegetables, Vitamin C, Waldorf Salad

They Are Healthy For a Reason

by Nancy Gal
August 15, 2018

It’s no secret, fruits and vegetables provide many health benefits. Research has shown that people who consume a diet plentiful in fruits and vegetables as part of an overall healthy meal plan are likely to have reduced risk of high blood ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Avocados, Cancer, Fiber, Folate, Fruits, Healthy Meals, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Potassium, Stroke, Type 2 Diabetes, Vegetables, Vitamin A, Vitamin C

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