nutrition
RASPBERRIES FOR YOUR HEALTH
by Alison Birks, MS, AHG, CNS
Who can resist the taste of fresh-picked raspberries in summer? A favorite of wild food foragers, children and gourmet cooks alike, raspberries are as nutritious as they are versatile and delicious.
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TOMATOES
by Alison Birks, MS, AHG, CNS
Tomatoes have numerous health benefits due to their rich carotenoid content. Tomatoes contain beta carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin and large quantities of lycopene. Tomatoes are also a good source of vitamin C and potassium.
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TOMATILLO
by Alison Birks, MS, AHG, CNS
Also known as husk tomato or ground cherry, the acidic tomatillo fruit is a staple of Meso-American cuisine. Botanically the tomatillo or Physalis philadelphica / P. ixocarpa is a member of the nightshade or Solanceae family, which also includes tomatoes, peppers and eggplants.
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CULINARY HERBS
by Alison Birks, MS, AHG, CNS
Fresh culinary herbs can play an important role in the diet as sources of potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and disease fighting phytochemicals. All aromatic herbs contain essential oils, which have many medicinal effects. Some important culinary herbs include: rosemary, oregano, thyme, sage, basil, parsley, cilantro and dill.
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ASPARAGUS AS FOOD AND MEDICINE
by Alison Birks, MS, AHG, CNS
Asparagus is not only one of the most delicious of spring vegetables, it is nutritious as well. It is a good source of folate (266 mcg/ cup cooked), fiber (3.6 g/cup), heart-healthy potassium (401 mg/cup) and antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin (1.4 mg/cup), which are important for eye health. It is low in calories and contains some calcium and magnesium as well.
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