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The Produce Rainbow

How many servings of color are in your diet?  Studies show that people that consume a proper amount of fruits and vegetables have a lower risk of illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, Type II diabetes and hypertension.  Veggies such as broccoli, spinach, kale, and turnip greens, butternut squash, carrots, peppers, zucchini and…

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Cholesterol Facts

Specific nutrients that reduce cholesterol: 1. Lecithin -A good source of Choline -Found in most legumes such as soy beans and mung beans 2. Vitamin E -Whole grains and breads contain the freshest type of this vitamin 3. Dark green vegetables -Preferably steamed 2-3 minutes -Kale, collards, chard, parsley, spinach, artichoke… 4. Whole grains and…