We’ve all heard, “it’s important to have a healthy gut.” But what EXACTLY does that mean? And, maybe you have heard people talk about the “microbiome,” but wonder what in the world that is all about?! We want to shed some light on this topic. And, to help, we sought out the expertise of […]
As farmers’ markets are opening all over the country right now, we want to help inspire you with some of the early season vegetables you will be able to enjoy within the next few weeks! Recently we welcomed you to asparagus season and this week we want to highlight an odd, alien-looking vegetable with a […]
“I’m feeling sooooo much better, and that’s after just 2 weeks of eating REAL food!” “In less than a week, my digestive issues have calmed down and I’m feeling amazing!” We hear comments like this all the time! Is it true that you can experience noticeable changes in as little as one […]
According to the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center, 90% of the sales for this canned vegetable (well, technically, it’s a fruit) take place every year during the 4-month period from October to January. Any guesses?! It is something that will most likely appear in your shopping cart over the next several weeks. However, after that you […]
We have all heard the advice: “Eat the Rainbow” Of course, we are NOT talking about the rainbow found in a bag of Skittles or a box of “magically delicious” Lucky Charms! And, let’s face it, color is typically NOT a good thing when it comes to processed foods. Whenever you see Blue […]
Have you been telling yourself… “I am going to make some homemade granola,” but for one reason or another, you keep putting it off? Granola can be an ideal snack…paired with yogurt and fruit, or enjoyed with milk for breakfast, and believe it or not, making your own is easier than you might think! […]
Do you ever stop and notice there are things you take for granted? Maybe something is so abundant, or it is just part of your routine, that you really don’t give it much thought. That is, until one day, you find yourself saying “WHAT THE HECK?!” This happened to us recently. We were preparing a […]
What if you could… reduce your risk of colon and rectal cancer by 56% lower your risk of heart disease by 40% help fight obesity, type 2 diabetes and constipation plus more! Interested? Drum roll please … Eat 30 grams of fiber each and every day! That’s right, diets naturally high in […]
Do nuts make a regular appearance in your meals? We often hear people say they avoid nuts because they are “too high in fat” or “have too many calories.” Nut lovers rejoice! Enjoyed in moderation, nuts are loaded with nutrition including fiber, protein, healthy fats and a variety of vitamins and minerals. Plus, they each […]