Soup is one of those universal delights that every culture seems to partake in around the world. There are warming bowls of hearty soups and stews for any occasion. Southwestern Black Bean and Sweet Potato Soup is a savory, hearty blend of amazing flavors. With only 7 simple ingredients, and in around 30 minutes, you
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Fresh organic foods are a great way to start your day. GMO foods compared to organic  foods has a lot of conversation. It is true the vitamins maybe the same, but the phytonutrients  are not. Phytonutrients are produced in the vegetable or fruit to combat insects and infections, the more phytonutrients the better. Plant foods contain
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Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable, capable of irradiating cells from your body that would otherwise become cancerous. It is a vegetable among others in its class that stimulates the lymphatic system to detox your body as well. As for garlic, it’s your digestive aid, antibacterial, and anti-inflammation friend. If you don’t like garlic, maybe you should
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Did you know that a tomato is actually a fruit. Then why is it referenced as a vegetable and sold as such in the produce section of your local market? The U.S. Congress passed the Tariff Act of 1883 which levied a 10% duty on imported vegetables to protect American growers from foreign competition. This
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First Published August. 4, 2014 – Updated August. 14, 2021 Broccoli and cauliflower are part of the cruciferous or mustard family. In scientific terms, it is called the Brassicaceae family. It composes a wide array of plants that offer tons of health benefits. One health benefit in particular is the vegetables have cancer fighting effects.
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