Food Facts

The Benefits of Common Root Vegetables

January 12, 2015 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

Root vegetables are exactly what the name implies – they are the root of the plant. The most common root vegetables have become family staples: potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic, and beets. High in vitamins and minerals that they… [read]

Unsafe Arsenic Levels in Rice and Poultry (especially brown rice)

January 5, 2015 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: November 27, 2018

Lately, there has been a lot of publicity about unsafe arsenic levels in rice and poultry due to a report from Consumer Reports. This is very disconcerting to hear, especially if you have only heard of arsenic as a poison.… [read]

Don’t Get Scammed! How to Read Organic Food Labels

December 23, 2014 by Jessica Velasco
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

As society moves towards healthier food options, there is one group of people getting left in the dust: the companies who aren’t supplying foods based on natural ingredients. As a result, many companies are looking for creative ways to make… [read]

Winter Squash with Delicata Squash Fries Recipe

December 21, 2014 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

It’s harvest time for winter squashes. How many of these beauties have you tried? Acorn Butternut Delicata Hubbard Kabocha Spaghetti Sweet Dumpling Turban Winter squashes can be baked or boiled, though boiling is a lot more work. Peeling and dicing… [read]

Butternut Squash Health Benefits and More

December 14, 2014 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: June 5, 2015

Butternut Squash Is Good For… Eating as a side dish cubed or mashed, as a soup, as an addition to baked goods, as a stuffed main dish. Try mixing butternut squash with other vegetables, grains, pasta, or quinoa. Nutrition Composition… [read]

New Science Website Reveals the Truth About Sugar

December 10, 2014 by Dr. Mercola
Last updated on: May 10, 2016

(Dr. Mercola) Low-fat recommendations have led to a dramatic increase in sugar consumption, and excess sugar is a primary dietary factor in countless chronic disease states, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s. By removing fat and adding sugar,… [read]

How Green Tea Can Significantly Improve Your Health and Help You to Lose Weight

November 25, 2014 by Sarah Williams
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

Green tea is one of the natural foods that can increase fat loss. The Chinese have known for centuries about the many benefits of green tea, using it to treat headaches, body aches, and poor digestion. The Chinese also revere… [read]