Let’s Talk: Root Vegetables

WHAT ARE THEY From the words of Wikipedia... "Root vegetables are underground plant parts eaten by humans as food. Although botany distinguishes true roots (such as taproots and tuberous roots) from non-roots (such as bulbs, corms, rhizomes, and tubers, although some contain both hypocotyl and taproot tissue), the term "root vegetable" is applied to all these types in agricultural and culinary usage.[1] Root vegetables are generally storage organs, enlarged to store …

Pumpkin Seeds

'Tis the season to indulge in pumpkin-everything! These tasty snacks are a great-nutrient dense treat to keep on hand throughout the fall season. Although they may be tedious to prep, they are tooootally worth the slimy mess! HEALTH BENEFITS Nutrient Dense - packed with Vitamins + Minerals such as iron (calling all vegans + vegetarians!), magnesium, …