FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Take care of your heart. Watch the foods you eat. Your heart could be given a chance for many more lovely Valentine’s Days with the one you love.

are a wonderful plant-based protein that Chickpeas are an excellent source of fiber. One cup of garbanzos has 14.5 grams of protein, which is twenty percent of the recommended daily amount for a 185-pound adult.

SNAP is assistance for people to feed their families, not to buy caviar and champagne. It is just a small amount of money to help, and other times it is all the money they have for food.

It seems only one in 25 Americans comes close to eating even a single helping a day. The consensus is that people’s fear of flatulence keeps them away from this food.

One of the best things about potatoes is that they are a great source of fiber, which helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied longer, providing your body with a steady source of sustainable energy.

Watermelons contain lycopene which is found primarily in red and pink fruits and vegetables. It is a powerful antioxidant, and it is associated with many health benefits including a reduced risk of certain cancers, improved heart health, and enhanced skin protection from UV damage. Still, don’t forget your sunscreen.

In March, the Trump Administration had the USDA cut over a billion dollars in federal funding to food banks, which includes a provision that provided schools with fresh foods from local farmers.

If you are ever stuck on an island and all they grow is potatoes, you’ll be good. And the fact that you can make vodka from potatoes is an added plus.

These days, no matter how much good fruit, good veggies and tofu I ingest, my mind seems to be having great difficulties.

You don’t have to eat just fruit, vegetables and grains. Go for a burrito and salsa! Live dangerously and have a margarita with that meal.