Food Day 2014 is months away, but the Food Day crew is busy spreading nuggets of real food wisdom, including this chart ranking nutrition in 73 vegetables.
Tag: vitamin k
Are All Nuts Created Equal?
Becky’s recent post about the health benefits of nuts made me curious. Since they’re so good for you, which ones should you eat? Is one better than another?
Calcium Rich Foods for Bone Health: Got Greens?
The dairy industry spends a lot of marketing dollars convincing us that their products are the best calcium rich foods out there, but dairy actually isn’t the best source of nutrients for bone health.
Health Benefits of Avocados + My Favorite Guacamole Recipe
Check out the many health benefits of avocados and get my favorite guacamole recipe.
Preventing Osteoporosis: Food and Drink to Build Bone Density
Of the factors at work behind the prevalence of osteoporosis, poor nutrition is one of the worst culprits. In addition to consistent weight-bearing exercise and supplements as needed, eating well to build bone density can help prevent osteoporosis. While most bone density is built before age 20, it’s still important to keep consuming key vitamins to prevent your body from leaching nutrients from your bones.
Wheatless Wednesday: Boost Vitamin A, C and K Intake with Four-Color Coleslaw
The dawn of summertime — just over a week away — calls for barefoot lunches, iced coffee, blossoming flowers, and colorful produce. And what better food to showcase summer’s brightness [ … ]