Archive for July 2016
CSA Produce of the Week, July 25, 2016
Blue Lake Green Beans Blue Lake Beans are bright crunchy green beans that are also a part of the green bean family. These blue lake beans pack a lot of nutritional benefits. For instance, blue lake beans are fat free, saturated fat free, sodium free, and cholesterol free. Not to mention, blue lake beans are…
Read MoreCSA Produce of the Week, July 18, 2016
Seedless Watermelon Watermelon is a naturally rich source of lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant with many health benefits. Studies have shown that lycopene may be protective against certain types of cancers and cardiovascular disease. Watermelon also contains citrulline, an amino acid which may contribute to the reduction of muscle soreness. Watermelon may help reduce…
Read MoreCSA Produce of the Week, July 11, 2016
Raspberries Raspberries provide a wonderful sour, but sweet taste. Not only vibrant and colorful, raspberries have an interesting texture packed with vitamins. This small berry contains a high level of antioxidants and consuming them can help with the prevention of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. In addition, the fiber and water content in raspberries can…
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