Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Almonds
Almonds are thought of as a nut, but in reality, they aren’t a nut at all; almonds are seeds. This means these little gems are packed full of all the things needed to grow a whole tree–talk about a powerhouse of nutrition! A handful of almonds makes an excellent snack. Inside each little seed package, […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Pineapple
Did you know that in the Philippines, the whole pineapple is eaten, including the leaves? Yep, lots of fiber y’all! This tropical fruit contains vitamin C, some B vitamins, a lot of natural sugar, and malic acid–this is what gives pineapple that sweet and sour taste. Thanks to Christopher Columbus and a handful of other […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Papaya
Papayas are juicy, mild and sweet, and taste very much like a musky cantaloupe. They are high in vitamin C, folate, and potassium. Great sources of fiber, vitamin A and E as well as carotenoids, lutein and lycopene which are great for good eye health, some people consider papaya to be superior in nutrition and […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Mangos
Mango trees have a very long life, did you know that they can produce mangos for up to 400 years! And it’s a good thing because the fruit can take up to 7 months to become ripe. Sweet and savory, these popular fruits are great in salads, as salsas, or just on their own. You […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Brazil Nuts
Brazil nuts grow from a tree in an Amazon Rain Forest in South America They are full of antioxidants and loaded with selenium, magnesium, copper, and potassium. These nutrient-rich nuts have about 2,500 times as much selenium as any other nut. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant which has been proven to protect against heart disease […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Collard Greens
Collard greens are usually cooked along with smoked meats and served as a side dish. They are part of the traditional New Year’s Day meal in the South that includes black-eyed peas and cornbread. The collard greens are said to resemble folding money and consuming them on New Year’s Day is believed to bring financial […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: More Shrimp, Please
Shrimp is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. But that’s not all! It also contains folate and B vitamins, vitamins A, D, E, potassium, iron, calcium, and magnesium. Even though shrimp does tend to be high in cholesterol, they are low in calories as well as fat, which means they can be quite the […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Pinto Beans
Pinto Beans are a nutritious and versatile bean seen in a lot of Mexican cooking. The healthy-ness factor, plus how cheap they are should put pintos on everyone’s shopping list! According to the New Mexico State University College of Agriculture, a one-cup serving of Pinto Beans provides 1/4 the recommended daily allowance of protein for […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Watermelon
Now is the time for all good summer enthusiasts to get their watermelons! They’re in season; they’re cheap, plentiful and chocked full of potassium (great for those times when you’re feeling bloated) and a smattering of vitamin C. Here’s today’s TRICK: Picking out a good watermelon involves a bit of skill with thumping optional (if […]