Endive is a leafy green that isn’t used all that often. While several different varieties are available, Belgian endive is what’s often found in the grocery store. This veggie has a unique taste; it’s sharp and bitter when raw, but when cooked, it sweetens and develops a complex flavor. Endive is also an excellent source of vitamin A, containing 14% of your daily needs; Folate, 39%; and Manganese at 20% of daily needs. It is also high in vitamin K — at 220% of your daily values. Keep this in mind if you are on an anticoagulant (blood thinner) such as Warfarin or Eliquis. Vitamin K, which is found in many leafy greens, acts as a coagulant. That is not saying don’t eat dark leafy greens. But the important takeaway here is to eat a consistent amount of these veggies day to day, and let your doctor know if you plan on changing your intake.
Month: September 2023
Bid on Vibrant Pop Art and Support Our Hospital
Love pop art and supporting your community hospital? Bid on four pieces from artist Steve Kaufman, former assistant to Andy Warhol, during the Carroll Hospital Auxiliary Ball’s online auction.
Baked Chicken Veronique
Grape season is here! A choice fruit for late summer, grapes are full of powerful antioxidants. Many of us are familiar with the study that came out years ago that left the media presenting the suggestion that we should drink one glass of red wine a day for our heart health. This is because the powerful antioxidant resveratrol has been shown to help prevent damage to blood vessels and reduce out “bad” cholesterol, known as LDL. However, alcohol is considered a toxin and can be damaging to our health. So how do we get resveratrol in our diet without red wine? Grapes. You can also find it in other fruits, such as blueberries and blackberries. Grapes are a common snack, but most people don’t use them in their cooking. This recipe is a unique sweet and savory way to cook with grapes and get some heart-healthy antioxidants in your system!
Corn Salad
Corn gets a bad reputation for spiking blood sugar, but there are benefits to this misunderstood starchy vegetable. Corn is a good source of fiber, which can actually help reduce an extreme fluctuation in blood sugar. This recipe has extra fiber added through the additional veggies, and the protein from the cottage cheese can also help reduce blood sugar spikes. Corn is also a good source of nutrients, such as zeaxanthin and lutein, which are carotenoids that may help improve eye health.