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Health Benefits of Lycopene

Lycopene is a naturally occurring fat soluble carotinoid (any of a class of mainly yellow, orange, or red fat-soluble pigments, including carotene, which give color to plant parts such as ripe tomatoes.), that has many health properties.  It is important to note that although lycopene is a carotenoid, it has no Vitamin A properties and […]

Whats In Season This Summer

I’m a huge proponent of eating seasonally and locally. Summer happens to be one of the yummiest seasons for fresh produce and I have a list of what to grab this summer and all the wonderful health benefits they provide. All of the nutrient data came from the USDA data base, an excellent source of […]

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