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“Love that chicken from Popeyes” is the Louisiana Popeyes restaurant’s slogan. They are famously known for their fried chicken, but their Sweet Heat Sauce is my only go-to dipping sauce. The sauce is sweet with […]
Asparagus is part of the cruciferous vegetable family. They are loaded with many health and nutrition benefits. Moreover, they are high in fiber, and very low in calories: 1 cup asparagus has approximately 40 calories. […]
As I got older, I started gaining weight. My weight gain was mainly from elevated stress levels and consequent overeating. My energy level started to decrease and my body started changing. I eventually became motivated […]
We were often told as children to“Eat your carrots, they are good for your eyes.” The main reason for this health benefit is that carrots are a rich source of beta-carotene, the pigment that gives […]
Growing up, pineapple skins were used to make a very refreshing drink. Including fresh pineapple in your diet is a great way to include a variety of vitamins and minerals ranging from Vitamin C to […]
RADISHES are probably the most underutilized vegetable on the market. They are so simple but packed with many good nutritional benefits. Radishes are rarely sold in low income neighborhood’s grocery stores in Brooklyn New York. […]
I love eating fresh tomatoes, but I prefer to eat them with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper. There are different species of tomatoes and they vary in taste, color, shapes and sizes. Because […]