Why is it important to eat vegetables? Eating vegetables provides health benefits – people who eat more vegetables and fruits as part of an overall healthy diet are likely to have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. Vegetables provide nutrients vital for health and maintenance of your body. Nutrients Most vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories. None have cholesterol. (Sauces or seasonings may add fat, calories, and/or…
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Garden Fiesta Tuna Pockets
Makes: 6 Servings Total Cost:$$ Prep time: 15 minutes Fuel up with protein-rich tuna and colorful vegetables tucked into a pita pocket. Ingredients 2 5-oz cans of low sodium tuna packed in water, drained 1 15-oz can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained 3/4 cup corn 1 green bell pepper (diced) 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 teaspoons chilli powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder…
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Vary Your Veggies
In general: Buy fresh vegetables in season. They cost less and are likely to be at their peak flavor. Stock up on frozen vegetables for quick and easy cooking in the microwave. Buy vegetables that are easy to prepare. Pick up pre-washed bags of salad greens and add baby carrots or grape tomatoes for a salad in minutes. Buy packages of veggies such as baby carrots or celery sticks…
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Chicken Spaghetti
Makes: 4 Servings Total Cost:$$$ This colorful crowd-pleaser that incorporates vegetables, whole grains, protein and dairy in one dish. Serve with some fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit for a meal that contains all of the food groups. Ingredients vegetable oil spray 4 ounces spaghetti, whole wheat uncooked 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 red bell pepper, medium (thinly sliced) 1 green bell pepper, medium (thinly sliced) 1 onion, medium…
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CBD, is it Good for You?
Cannabidiol may as well be dubbed the new miracle drug. From its alleged anti-anxiety benefits to better sleep to fighting inflammation and aiding workout recovery, CBD seems to be able to help everyone one way or another. Unlike its controversial cousin Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, CBD is non-psychoactive and produces no high. The compound is extracted from the hemp plant and is available in many forms — pills, creams, sprays, oils…
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