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Sometimes, you do have to wonder just who picked vegetable names! Winter squash, while delicious and readily available during the winter, is actually harvested in the fall, so its name is a misnomer. …

Alfalfa and sprouts are much more than just sandwich or salad toppers. In fact, their use dates back 6000 years to Iranian and Chinese medicine. And in the 1700s, sprouts provided sailors with …

If you’re trying to control blood sugar levels it may seem as though there are limited diabetic drinks available. But in truth there are a wide range of safe options you can thoroughly enjoy. …

As its appearance reflects, the grapefruit is actually thought to be a hybrid between a pomelo and a sweet orange. The beautiful pink-fleshed citrus fruit is a low calorie breakfast staple for many. …

Many of us have romantic, idealized views of coconut – think, a tropical island and a whole lot of vacation! But of course, coconuts, along with all their byproducts are not just found in …

Radish is often seen as a salad topper, but many people don’t realize just how healthy this spicy, crunchy veggie actually is. Radish is a root vegetable that belongs to the same family as other …

Sushi, salmon patties, or salmon fillets… Mmm… salmon is part of so many delicious dishes that most of us can’t help but smile when we think of the tasty fish. Salmon also has a rich …

Ah, strawberries – for a lot of us, these gorgeous, juicy red berries conjure up images of carefree summer days, picnics, and airy fruit desserts. Due to their red color and heart shape, …

Mmm, peaches… For many, this fuzzy yellow-orange stone fruit is the highlight of summer – and for good reason! Biting into a perfectly ripe peach on a sunny day and feeling the juice …

Blueberries are perhaps one of the most well-loved fruits of all time. From an icy cold whipped blueberry smoothie in the heat of summer to a yogurt and nut breakfast topped with the dark blue orbs, …

Did you know that artichoke is one of the oldest foods known to man? This bright green veggie comes in about 140 different varieties, 40 of which are sold regularly. The globe artichoke, which is most …

Almonds have a rich cultural history that dates back centuries – they’re even mentioned in the Bible!  And even now, they’re still an extremely popular healthy snack. Almonds can be …

Unless you come from another planet, you’ve probably encountered energy drinks and sports drinks at some point in your life. Once upon a time, you may have regularly pounded back a Red Bull every …

Arugula, also known as rocket, is a super-nutritious green leafy vegetable that generally enjoys less time in the limelight than other, more well-known greens. However, many people don’t realize that …

It’s been suggested that walnuts are a heart healthy addition to any diet, including a diet for type 2 diabetes. And that’s exactly what we’re going to explore today. Known for their …

We’ve recently had a number of similar questions, for example: “Is quinoa a no no for type 2 diabetes or is it okay? I know that technically it is a seed not a grain, so I was wondering …

We’ve had a number of questions about fasting and diabetes recently — Is it okay? Will my sugars still rise? Can it help lower my numbers? Will it help me lose weight? Today I’m hoping to …

Beautiful in color and versatile in use, bell peppers are the sweet, crunchy fruit of the Capsicum Annuum plant. Though they are technically a fruit, for culinary and nutritional purposes they are …

Broccoli is a beloved cruciferous vegetable to many. A close cousin of cauliflower and in the same family as cabbage, onions and Brussels sprouts, it provides a very unique taste and texture and is …