Broccoli is often considered a vegetable, but it also has some surprising health benefits. What are they? Broccoli is a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables, which contains compounds called glucosinolates. These compounds give broccoli its bitter taste and are thought to have cancer-fighting properties. Have you ever tried storing broccoli in the fridge …
Kiwis are delicious fruits from New Zealand. They come in green or yellow varieties. The kiwifruit is native to China and was introduced into New Zealand around 1820. Kiwis are rich in vitamin C, fiber, potassium, folate, manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, niacin, thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, biotin, and vitamins B6 and E. They …
Wooden cutting boards are better for preparing food and holding it while you chop up ingredients. They are also much sturdier than plastic ones and don’t absorb odors like plastics. However, wooden cutting boards aren’t suitable for storing knives and other kitchen tools because they’re too heavy to move around quickly. On the flip side, …
