The name "Brussels sprouts" conjures up two emotions. You either love them or hate them. These mini cabbage-like vegetables do have a distinct flavor and aroma. But, once you discover how beneficial they are to your overall health, you may want to reserve room in your fall garden … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Corn
Is corn a starch or a vegetable? Is it good for you or fattening? Many people are confused about corn's benefits. Corn is actually considered a grain, like wheat and rice and for vegetarians is added to a meal of tofu or legumes to make a complete protein of amino acids. But … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Grapefruit
Grapefruit are tropical plants that only thrive in warm days and nights. California, Texas and Florida are world renown for their groves, but it originally came from Barbados where grapefruits were dubbed "the forbidden fruit". Some grapefruit have been growing in the USA for 150 … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Cabbage
Cabbage is often associated with corned beef or as the main ingredient in sauerkraut. Originally from China, it was brought back to Europe by Celtic ancestors and soon became a staple in northern European diets. Cabbages are hardy plants and come in a variety of colors from the … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble steroid vitamin. There are two types of Vitamin D that are vital to good health - Vitamin D2 or ergocalciferol and Vitamin D3 or cholecalciferol. An interesting occurrence is that Vitamin D3 is produced in the skin by converting … [Read more...]
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