Kale for Kids – Part 1
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Kale for Kids – Part 1

Kale has always been a challenging vegetable for kids to eat, let alone like.  I’ll be honest, Kale wasn’t even on my radar for years.  Now I see piles of different varieties of this beautiful vegetable at the farmers market and my fingers itch to bring them all home to my family.  There is Tuscan Kale (also known as Dinosaur Kale or Cavolo Nero), Curly Kale and even a variety with vibrant purple edges. (more…)

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06/03/2012
USDA to Consumers: Read the Labels
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USDA to Consumers: Read the Labels

That’s right, even government agencies are joining the movement.  This week the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the release of the new 7th edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.  According to the press release, more than one-third of children and more than two-thirds of adults are overweight or obese.  I believe it. (more…)

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02/02/2011