Learn about which vegetables are rich in plant based calcium, how much of this nutrient you need per day, and info about calcium absorption from plants. Since calcium is widely associated with ...
Nutrition Posts
These evidence-based articles on nutrition science cover a wide range of topics related to vegetables, their health benefits, and preparation techniques. Some of my favorite posts include Non-starchy vs. Starchy Vegetables, What Are Nightshades?, and Are Frozen Vegetables Healthy?
Juicer vs Blender: Which is Better?
Juicing and blending veggies is a great way to increase your intake, but you might have questions about the pro and cons of the juicer vs. blender. Read on to learn about how vegetables juices and ...
What Are Nightshades? And Are They Bad for You?
Nightshades are a group of plants known as Solanaceae. They allegedly got their name because some of them produce flowers overnight and grow in the shade. There are close to 3,000 species of ...
Steamed Veggies: Nutrition, Cooking Tips, and More
Learn about the nutrition of steamed veggies, how to make them, and more! This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my affiliate disclosure. If you like to cook and eat ...
What’s the Difference Between Starchy and Non-Starchy Vegetables?
Learn about the differences between starchy and non-starchy vegetables in this breakdown of their nutrition, benefits, and more! One of the most tried and true pieces of nutrition advice is "eat ...
Are Frozen Vegetables Healthy?
Learn the pros and cons of fresh and frozen veggies with this science-based answer to the common question: are frozen vegetables healthy? Eating more vegetables is almost always a good thing. But ...
What is the Healthiest Cooking Oil?
Ever wonder what cooking oil you should use? This guide breaks down the pros and cons of popular oils to help you make informed choices about the healthiest cooking oil to use in the ...
5 Ways to Eat More Local Vegetables
You’ve heard it here before: summer is the BEST time of year to eat local vegetables. During these sunny months, bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, and other summer classics seem ...
How to Absorb the Most Nutrients from Vegetables
If you are like me and LOVE vegetables, you have probably found yourself thinking about the nutrition of plant-based foods. You may have even wondered, "am I absorbing all of the nutrients in this ...
7 Ways to Eat More Veggies Without Really Trying
I'm sure you all know this by now. But I love veggies. There I said it! Really, I do. Vegetables are nature's best gift to all of us. They are filled with nutrients, and eating more vegetables ...