The Mysterious Rutabaga—Why You Should Eat It
Haven’t eaten rutabaga recently or ever? Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena explains why it’s super nutritious and tasty, too!
Eat Some Turnips — and Their Greens!
The turnip is an under-recognized root in the brassica family — and that’s a shame. Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena explains why.
Copper in Our Diet? What’s Up with That?
Wondering why copper matters in your diet? Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena uncovers the truth.
How Nutritious Are Persimmons?
This orange fruit has been gaining more of a grocery store presence, but how nutritious are persimmons? Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena gives us the scoop.
Popular Salad Greens — Do They Have Any Nutritional Value?
You’re trying to get healthier and incorporating more salads into your life. But what is the nutritional value of salad greens? Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena checks out the most popular varieties.
Are Parsnips Good for You?
You may have been steering clear of white foods in an effort to get healthier, but are parsnips bad for you? Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena looks at the science.
Are Condiments SuperFoods?
Are condiments healthy? Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena looks at the most popular—mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise and sauerkraut— and sees what the science has to say.
What Does ‘Eat a Rainbow’ Really Mean?
You hear the expression all the time, but now Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena breaks it down for you.
Beware of Hidden Sugar in Foods
Decreasing sugar in kids diets for just 10 days caused significant decreases in bad cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena shows how you can easily do it for your family.
Is Celery a Superfood?
Have you been wondering if celery is worth anything from a nutrition standpoint? We have, so Dr. Lindsey Mcilvena looked at the science and finds some surprises.
