Herbs and spices are very important for our health and they add wonderful flavor to our foods. This is Part 1 of a 2 part series on herbs and spices that you can add to your daily cooking routine to enhance your health. Rosemary Culinary Uses: Grilled fish, pork, turkey, roast beef, white beans, apples, polenta, cauliflower, mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, potatoes, all root vegetables, and Italian dishes. Keep it on the stem when used in soups and stews and remove it when don

Cruciferous vegetables, also referred to as brassica vegetables contain vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytonutrients that are associated with several health benefits. Examples include broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, cabbage, kale, mustard greens, rutabaga, kohlrabi, turnips1 collard greens, bok choy, arugula, horseradish, radish, wasabi and watercress.2 These vegetables contain nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin K, selenium, calcium, potassium, folate, carotenoids,

Food-borne illnesses are the result of infections or irritations in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Food-borne illnesses are caused by foods or beverages that are contaminated with harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses, or chemicals. Bacteria and viruses are the main causes of illness. Bacteria are tiny organisms, while viruses are tiny capsules (smaller than bacteria) that contain genetic material. Parasites are tiny organisms that live inside another organism and chemica

Life can be very stressful. It can feel like your entire day is filled with tasks that have to be marked off a list. This can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Here are three quick and simple mindfulness techniques that you can start today as part of your self-care routine. Mindful Eating - Mindful eating helps you to bring your body and your mind back together. When you are eating, focus on what your body is telling you by listening to clues that you are hungry (low energy l