"Go for the Green!"

You know how your mom always told you to eat your vegetables? Yet again, it turns out that she was bang, smack right on target about what was good for you. Not only in your childhood, but throughout your life, it’s a smart idea to keep vegetables a part of your daily diet.

And just like all other things, not all vegetables are created equal. Indeed, some of these guys are the equivalent of an S-class Mercedes when compared to other Santros around. This brings us to the best, most high-grade green guy you can put on your plate this winter season: the broccoli.

Looking like its cousin the cauliflower, except with beautiful dark green florets, the broccoli is packed with vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, and fiber. In short, it’s designed to protect the body fight all kinds of disease (including cancer) and also helps to promote strong bones and teeth. Having a high concentration of vitamin C means this green friend of ours also helps the body to absorb iron, prevents the development of cataracts, and also eases the effects of the common winter cold (no more sniffly, sneezy Monday mornings yay!). Being a rich source of fiber, broccoli is also great for digestion, helping to lower levels of cholesterol, and makes a delicious addition to your salad bowl too! 

You can pick from simple methods of preparation to enjoy this green gift from Mother Nature:  steam it, sauté it, stir-fry it, bake it, or just toss it in a salad and enjoy! Bonus tip: broccoli tastes fantastic when seasoned with just a little garlic, salt, and olive oil so try it with any cooking method.

Happy eating :)

"The A to Z of Good Eating"

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Antioxidants – disease fighting substances found in green tea, fruits, even tomatoes!


Bananas – one of the most nutritious meals on-the-go you can so make sure you pack it into your daily schedule!

Calcium – Get your daily dose from milk, paneer, even as cheese spread slathered on your breakfast toast.

Diet food – proceed with caution. Not everything that’s labeled “diet” is good for you, so do your research and stick with the tried and tested fruits and veggies to lose those pounds.

Eggs – High on protein and great for your keeping your brain and muscle power strong and healthy.

Fruit – Grapes, apples, cherries, and oranges: take your pick and have one helping of this source of juicy goodness to keep infections at bay!

Greens – fill up your plate with the colors: make it a salad with pine nuts, or a simple steamed sabzi – what mother nature has given us is the good stuff girls and boys.

Honey – spread it on toast or put it in your tea, this natural sugar tastes good and works wonders on your body too.

Iron - find it in fish, spinach, and other leafy veggies – tres important for your folic acid needs and keeps you anemia-free!

Jam – We all have our moments of weakness…why not eat a little jam when you get a sugar craving? Go for the marmalade (with citrus peels) or even a mixed fruit flavor.

Kiwi – antioxidants, vitamins, you name it, this pretty fruit has it!

Lemon – loaded with vitamin C this is the best way to get your immune systems on high power, while giving your food that extra zing!

Melon - cooling, delicious in winter or summer, and fantastic for your digestion.

Nuts – almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and macadamia: they are all packed with energy, power, strength, stamina so grab a handful the next time you get your 4pm munchies!

Omega 3 acids – fish, shellfish, or even supplements - Essential for a healthy heart.

Pomegranate – want rosy cheeks and extra healthy blood? This jeweled fruit has your answer!

Quaker oats – your best answer to your daily fiber needs.

Rice – probably the best form of carbohydrates you can find: energy, strength, and wholesome nutrition (make it brown rice if you’re looking to avoid the starch!)

Spinach – Popeye lived on the stuff, big muscles, super strength, need I say more?

Tea -said to have healing, cancer-fighting, super powered medicinal properties, I say go for the green kind 

Unprocessed – anything which hasn’t been “genetically enhanced” or “artificially colored/sweetened” is generally your best bet people – go natural!

Vitamins – Got your daily multivitamin covered? A, B12,B, D, C, E, K – Look them up, and make sure you are getting what you need.

Water – stick to the 8-glass a day rule and your skin will stay clear, your tummy will stay “clean” and your body will thank you.

Xtra - TLC: tender loving care for your body and its needs. Always remember, you have only one body, treat it with respect and it will stay strong for you for life.

Yoghurt – filled with the “good bacteria” that helps us fight virals, bugs, and other nasties which tend to float around every change of season.

Zucchini - the perfect diet food – filled with water, vitamin C, and antioxidants, it fills you up and helps you lose!