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7 Ways to Eat Your Veggies (and Fruit)

August 2, 2017 by Carolyn Coffin

7 ways to eat your veggies (and fruit)

No matter what nutrition philosophy you follow, everyone agrees that veggies should occupy most of your plate.

Why?

Because they’re high in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that fight inflammation and free radical damage.

They naturally promote a beneficial balance between acidity and alkalinity.

They boost the immune system.

They aid in digestion and joint health.

And they delay the aging process.

Your mother may not have understood the nitty-gritty science (or maybe she did!), but she was certainly onto something when she encouraged you to eat your veggies.

Here are 7 ways to get more veggies and fruit down the hatch. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Cook Better Food In Less Time Tagged With: convenience, fruit, vegetables

The surprising reason we prefer fruit over veggies

August 25, 2016 by Carolyn Coffin

Surprising reason we prefer fruit over veggies

When left to our own devices, people prefer fruit over vegetables.

I used to think the reason for this phenomenon was due to fruit’s inherent sweetness, which we’re simply hardwired to enjoy. But there may be more to the story. [Read more…]

Filed Under: What You Won't Learn About Nutrition Tagged With: convenience food, fruit, processed food, vegetables

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