Eating what is in season is a way to be mindful. We will share nutrition, gardening and health and wellness research. We’ll also share easy preparation tips and ideas since we know many people don’t know how to cook or think they don’t have time.
Get Your Grill On and Try a Variety of Veggies
Summertime cookouts call for more than just grilled burgers. Grilled veggies are excellent and a nice alternative to other preparation methods. Here’s a quick and easy cooking time guide: Asparagus: 5 to 8 minutes Green [...]
Everyone Loves Fruit Kebabs
Fruit kebabs are a fun way to involve children in summer picnics, cookouts or afternoon snacks. It’s easy to mix and match different fruits. Grapes, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, pineapple, banana or apple chunks are [...]
It’s Blueberry Season – Eat Up!
June is peak blueberry season across most of the country, and these little berries pack a big punch when it comes to our health. Recent studies from Purdue University indicate that two compounds – anthocyanins [...]
Summertime Ideas for Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are one of those super foods that you may think to add to your fall menus but not so much in summer. The North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission, which represents farmers in the [...]
Strawberry Smoothies Your Family Will Love
Smoothies are a quick, easy breakfast or dessert. Here’s an easy recipe to try with this spring’s berries. Now is a great time to visit local farms to pick berries or to stop by a [...]
Get Them While You Can! Short Season for Sweet Local Strawberries
Strawberries are in abundance this spring at local farms. Reports indicate that due to cooler temperatures, the strawberries have better flavor this year. You simply can’t beat local strawberries. They are a super source of [...]
