by Susan Williams | Mar 19, 2023 | All Posts
The 2023 edition includes data from 46,569 samples of 46 fruits and vegetables, covering 251 different pesticides. Sadly, once again strawberries top the Dirty Dozen list. Both blueberries and green beans – 11th and 12th, respectively, made this year’s Dirty Dozen –...
by Susan Williams | Mar 8, 2023 | Calcium Rich, Condiments, Healthy Snacks, Vegetarian
I love great spice blends, especially those made with healthy herbs. Dukkah is an Egyptian blend of nuts, seeds and spices. And as always, I like to add a little calcium kick to the mix, so this blend includes our good friend Urtica dioica, commonly known as nettle....
by Susan Williams | Mar 3, 2023 | Calcium Rich, Vegetarian, Wellness
Did you know that cooked kale, spinach, and collard greens are all good calcium sources. Collard greens come in as having the highest amount: a half-cup provides 164 mg of calcium.This recipe was submitted by one of our amazing Yoga vs. Osteoporosis students, Kay...
by Susan Williams | Feb 23, 2023 | Healthy Snacks, Wellness
Nuts and seeds can be easy, healthy additions to your diet. Just a handful can make a big impact! Cashews are a good source of iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, and folate. All these nutrients are vital for bone health. Almonds are high in good fats, protein, and...
by Susan Williams | Jan 25, 2023 | Calcium Rich, Vegetarian
Did you know that broccoli benefits your brain health by functioning as an antioxidant? Antioxidants fight oxidation in the body and oxidative stress is related to aging, memory loss, Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline. Broccoli is also rich in glycosylates, which...
