Atherosclerosis and Heart Disease
The painting on the top of this post compares a healthy artery on the left to an unhealthy artery on the right. The healthy artery has a strong endothelial lining …
Buying Green: Favorite Earth-Friendly Food Links
If you are considering sustainability when you shop, some of your top questions may be those I have on my mind when I am making my list. Questions like: will …
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Celebrate Earth Day with a Plant Based Diet
A great way to celebrate Earth Day is by shifting to a healthier and more sustainable plant-based diet (if you have not already)!Decades of nutrition research have proved that the common denominator …
Diet-Climate Link
Many people want to lower the “Carbon Footprint” of their food. This is a measure of carbon dioxide (the major greenhouse gas) from field to plate. One of the most …
Brassicas!
Brussels sprouts are one of the popular members of the Cruciferous vegetable family, commonly called “cabbage family vegetables or Brassicas”. Brassicas are nutrient dense—rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They …