Food  101

Color!  Eating the Rainbow

According to Kathy Hoy, EdD, RD, “Nutrients and phytochemicals appear to work synergistically, so maintaining a varied, colorful diet with healthful whole foods is a pragmatic approach to optimal nutrition.”

For  maximum nutrients in your diet, let COLOR be your guide!

Cruciferous Vegetables

These are vegetables of the mustard family:  especially  mustard greens, various cabbages, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels  sprouts

This section is full of nutritional information and recipes using these nutrient packed vegetables!

Amazing Apples

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away" is a saying that exists for good reason.  Apples can improve respiratory & digestive health, whiten teeth, offer protection from various diseases ranging from Parkinson's to Cancer & Diabetes, control weight, detoxify the liver and boost the imune system.  See the full list of benefits!

Understanding Gluten

Gluten-related health issues may affect as much as 40% of the population with very few people actually having a postive diagnosis.  Learn what gluten is, what some symptoms of gluten problems may be, and a few natural ways to enhance your digestive system which may lesson symptomatic effects.

Nutrient Rich Foods

The typical American diet is high in calories and fat content and low in actual nutrition.  Learn what you can incorporate into your diet to maximize naturally nutrient rich foods.  Don't forget to print the list and take it with you the next time you go shopping! 

Healthy Fats

Even though all fats contain 9 calories per gram, only unsaturated fats actually provide health benefits.  Saturated fats and trans-fats have no real health value.  Learn all about monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats  to maximize health benefits.

Heart Healthy


Did you know?  Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but it doesn't have to be this way.  Taking control of your health begins in the kitchen! Click through to connect to simple, heart-healthy recipe ideas so you can begin eating foods that love you back.