Most people think of orange when carrots are mentioned. This is because almost all commercially grown carrots world-wide are orange varieties. Most carrots did not become orange until after the 17th century, however, and it was politics in the Netherlands…
I want to give you even more reasons why it is so important for optimum health to eat a whole food diet rather than depend on supplements to supply our nutritional needs. In previous posts I have discussed how supplements…
Mustard is part of the brassica plant family along with broccoli, cabbage and horseradish. All brassicas contain glucosinolates, compounds with proven cancer fighting properties. Glucosinolates are also responsible for the pungent odors and flavors of these plants. Mustard seeds are…