It is one thing that can affect almost every area of health – physical activity. It can improve cognition, mood and mental health. Being active helps prevent against various chronic diseases and helps people maintain a healthy weight. It can increase strength, stability, and longevity as we age, and even provides opportunity for socializing. We […]
Exploring Cruciferous Vegetables
What do Brussels sprouts, kale, and cauliflower have in common? Aside from being some of the trendiest vegetables of the moment, they are all members of the same plant family, Cruciferae. Other vegetables in this family include broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, arugula, kohlrabi, watercress, wasabi (yes, wasabi) and more. This group of vegetables all come […]
Enjoy Spring with Fresh Asparagus!
Spring is asparagus season, from April to June. While we may enjoy asparagus all year long, it is most delicious and nutritious when in season. Native to the Eastern Mediterranean region, asparagus has been cultivated for at least 2,000 years. It is one of the few vegetables that is a perennial, which means that it […]
