3 Reasons to Love Leafy Greens


Updated 03/27/12 1:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Why You Should Eat Leafy Greens

You've probably been told since you were a kid to eat your veggies, and perhaps none are as important as those leafy greens. And for good reason. Here are three important reasons to get more leafy greens in your diet. They're packed with nutrition: Leafy greens pack a lot of nutrients in just one serving. For example, a cup of raw spinach gives you more than your daily recommended daily intake Read more

Don't Just Wear Green, Eat It!


Updated 03/17/11 12:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Green Foods to Eat on St. Patrick's Day

Traditionally, St. Patrick's Day is heavy on the Guinness, whiskey, potatoes, and corned beef. Together these things are not a picture-perfect recipe for health. Don't fret; you can still get into the spirit of today's celebration by eating a bevy of healthy, green foods. With this kind of diet, you won't need luck — you'll have good health on your side! Source: Getty Images Read more

Learn to Love: Beet Greens


Updated 01/26/10 8:07 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Beet Greens Taste Great and Are Good For You

The other night while roasting up some beets with the mister, I nearly panicked because he tried to throw away the leafy tops. Deal breaker! Well not really, but didn't he know the power of beet greens? Obviously not and he's not alone. Even though more and more folks are handling raw beets in the kitchen, beet greens are still viewed as being disposable. If you're a fan of Swiss chard, then Read more

Cooked Leafy Green Breakdown


Updated 12/08/09 12:01 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Cooked Leafy Green Breakdown

In the Summer months, I crave cool, crispy raw salad greens, but when cooler temps roll in, I'm all about cooked greens. I often sauté them in a little olive oil with garlic, and they're flavorful, low in calories, and full of vitamins and nutrients. If you've ever wondered just how nutritious they are, I made a little chart so you can find out. To see the breakdown, read more Read more

Raw Leafy Green Breakdown


Updated 03/27/12 1:08 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

Raw Leafy Green Breakdown

It's harvest time and farmers markets as well as local grocery stores are booming with fresh produce. Take advantage of the abundance by enjoying a delicious salad. All those veggies and greens are refreshing and satisfying, and since they're in season you can find an amazing variety this time of year. This got me thinking about leafy greens and whether there is a huge difference nutritionally Read more

In Season: Kale


Updated 11/06/08 7:17 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 11 comments

In Season: Kale

It's a shame that so many varieties of kale wind up as garnish on a plate, because the truth is, this dark, tender green tastes divine. Unlike iceberg lettuce, this sweet relative of cabbage happens to be loaded with nourishing nutrients. While the leaves are often available year-round, the peak of kale's season is in the Fall and Winter, so right now it is abundant at the market. To find out Read more

Learn to Love: Kale


Updated 02/25/08 12:07 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 28 comments

Learn to Love: Kale

So you know you should be eating dark leafy greens, since they're great sources of iron, fiber, and calcium. Lettuce and spinach are green, but not nearly as nutritious as kale. This curly green veggie is part of the same family as cabbage and Brussels sprouts, and is so good for you because it contains phytonutrients that help prevent cancer. Kale also contains the flavonoid called maempferol, Read more

The Lowdown on Lutein


Updated 08/27/09 4:28 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Nutritional Information on the Cartenoid Leutin

I have been seeing the word "lutein" a lot lately, but honestly had no idea what it was. So, I decided to do a little research. It's something called a carotenoid, which is a naturally-occurring pigment found in plants and even some types of fungus and bacteria. Lutein is pretty easy to spot since it adds color to red, orange, yellow, and green fruits and vegetables, like tomatoes, berries, Read more

Eat Kale: Leafy Greens in Honor of St. Patty's Day


Updated 03/18/07 1:53 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Eat Kale:  Leafy Greens in Honor of St. Patty's Day

Since St. Patrick's Day is March 17th, why not eat something that's green and loaded with good stuff (instead of the green bagels like they have at my bakery)? Kale is a member of the same family that you'll find broccoli, cabbage, Brussel sprouts, and cauliflower in, so you know it has got to be good for you. Not only is kale healthy, it's considered to be one of the most highly nutritious Read more

3 Disease Cures Hiding in Your Supermarket


Updated 05/28/12 5:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Foods That Help Gum and Eye Health

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Yup! You can demolish these diseases with your diet. By Molly Raisch, Prevention Here's one thing to add to your grocery list: disease-fighting foods. A growing body of research shows that you can squash certain symptoms with what you eat. In fact, eating the right foods may be just what the doctor ordered for Read more