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Brussel Sprouts: Nutrition facts & Health benefits [infographics]

July 26July 26Posted in HealthTagged benefits, brussel sprouts, facts, Health, minerals, nutrition, vitaminsLeave a comment

Small, cabbage-like and often ignored on plates across America, Brussels sprouts deserve a second (and third) look because they’re surprisingly packed with vital nutrition. Just a one-cup serving of Brussels sprouts will meet your daily requirement for vitamin C and vitamin K for the day, while also providing plenty of folate, potassium, B vitamins, manganese and loads of other nutrients.

Because of their high-nutrient-per-low-calorie ratio, every expert will tell you that cruciferous vegetables, including Brussels sprouts, should be at the top of your grocery list. On top of this, Brussels sprouts can help you to reach a healthy weight, give you more energy, aid in muscle growth and improve your eyesight and complexion.

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The Best Fruits & Veggies for Summer Grilling

July 7July 7Posted in FoodTagged best, brussel sprouts, eggplant, flavor, fruits, grill, grilling, kale, mushrooms, peach, pineapple, plums, steaks, summer, vegetables, veggies, watermelon, zucchiniLeave a comment

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Did you know grilling fruits and vegetables like eggplant, brussels sprouts, and even fruits such as watermelon and peaches give a flavorful twist to summer grilling?

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How to Remove Bitterness From Brussels Sprouts via @eHow

October 14October 18Posted in FoodTagged brussel sprouts, Cook, garlic, Home, olive oil, saltLeave a comment

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Brussels sprouts are a nutritious vegetable that provide vitamin C, vitamin A and fiber. The problem that many people have with Brussels sprouts, however, is that they often taste bitter. While it may be impossible to remove all of Brussels sprouts’ bitterness, there are multiple ways to reduce this offensive flavor. These culinary strategies target the manner in which you cook the Brussels sprouts, as well as the flavors and seasonings that you can use with them.
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