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    Elizabeth Davies: Realize what youre spending money on  Nov 7, 2009
    Of course, if that redheaded mother wants to fight against new taxes on actual necessities toilet paper, meat or broccoli then I ve got her back. Elizabeth Davies writes for the Rockford Register Star in Rockford, Ill. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    Pathogen protection and virulence: Dark side of fungal membrane protein revealed  Nov 7, 2009
    The scientists looked at two different fungal pathogens: Alternaria brassicicola, which causes widespread damage in crops like canola, cabbage and broccoli, and Aspergillus fumigatus, a human pathogen that often leads to fatal disease in immunocompromised patients. Infection with A. fumigatus can lead to invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, the leading cause of death due to invasive fungal infections in humans. (EurekAlert!)

    Potato, Carrot & Kale Soup with Iri...  Nov 7, 2009
    Although vegetables such as kale and broccoli can be eaten, extreme variations in usage can be problematic. Discuss the use of kale with a doctor if taking anticoagulants. (Suite101.com)

    Breeding better broccoli  Nov 5, 2009
    Research points to pumped up lutein levels in broccoli ... Plant carotenoids are the most important source of vitamin A in the human diet; the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, found in corn and leafy greens vegetable such as kale, broccoli, and spinach, are widely considered to be valuable antioxidants capable of protecting humans from chronic diseases including age-related macular degeneration, cancer, and cardiovascular disease ... Vegetables in the cabbage family (such as kale, cauliflower,... (EurekAlert!)

    David Robson: All about pumpkins  Nov 5, 2009
    But if you say pumpkins are fruit, you must say lettuce and cabbages are leaves, celery is a stem, and cauliflower and broccoli are flower buds, and not vegetables. These days, people try to outdo each other by raising the heaviest pumpkin, which means a pumpkin that s hard to sit on your front stoop with a candle in it. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    Vegetarians' meat tax plan just a load of hot air  Nov 2, 2009
    This week British economist Lord Stern called for the world to get off beef and on to broccoli: go vegetarian for the planet. Methane - burped, belched and otherwise released by cows in impressive amounts - is around 20 times more potent a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    The Health Benefits of Eating Brocc...  Nov 1, 2009
    The Health Benefits of Eating Broccoli. The Health Benefits of Eating Broccoli ... Eating broccoli carries with it some pretty remarkable health benefits. (Suite101.com)

    Sally Scalera: What to do in garden once weather cools  Oct 31, 2009
    Vegetables that can be planted in November include beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, Chinese cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, collards, kale, kohlrabi, leek, lettuce, mustard, onions (short-day varieties -- bulbing, bunching and multipliers), English peas, radish, spinach, strawberries and turnips ... Vegetables that can be sown now for transplanting in December include beets, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, lettuce (crisp, butter-head, leaf and romaine), Chinese cabbage,... (Florida Today)

    Really, no need to panic  Oct 29, 2009
    Broccoli always rocks on Thanksgiving. Whatever the vegetable, the method will be the same: a quick blanching today, and last-minute finishing in the pan tomorrow. (FOX61, CT)

    • Pumpkin Paradise  Oct 29, 2009
    g. red bell pepper, onion, green peas or broccoli). (optional) 2-3 tbsp fish sauce to taste. (Juneau Empire)

    Mushrooms, Water-repellents More Similar Than You Might Think  Oct 28, 2009
    27, 2009) What do spore-launching mushrooms have in common with highly water-repellent surfaces. According to Duke University engineers, the answer is "jumping" water droplets. (Science Daily)

    Tate County Schools Lunch Menu October 27-November 6  Oct 27, 2009
    Lunch - Chicken Nuggets, Mexican Burrito, Mashed Potatoes w/Brown Gravy, Cheesy Broccoli, Hot Cinnamon Apples, Yeast Roll, Assorted Jello w/Whipped Topping ... Lunch - Chicken Nuggets, Chef Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Cheesy Broccoli, Pear Medley, Fresh Oranges, Yeast Roll, Assorted Gelatin. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)

    Senatobia School Menus November 2-6  Oct 27, 2009
    Lunch - Cheesy Chicken over Rice, American Sub Sandwich, Steamed Broccoli, Spicy Fries, Fresh Strawberries, Fresh Apples, Wheat Roll, Fruit Cobbler ... Lunch - Chicken Noodles, Chef Salad, Baked Sweet Potato, Steamed Broccoli Spears, Chilled Peach Slices, Fresh Banana, Yeast Roll ... Lunch - Chicken Noodles, Chef Salad, Steamed Broccoli Spears, Baked Sweet Potato, Chilled Peach Slices, Fresh Banana, Yeast Roll. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)

    Cocoa in Chocolate May Be Good for the Heart  Oct 27, 2009
    Polyphenols are also found in wine, coffee and tea, along with fruits and vegetables such as apples, broccoli, onions, blueberries, blackberries, cherries, strawberries, plums and red grapes, said Connie Diekman, director of university nutrition at Washington University in St. Louis. "One of the best ways to get plenty of polyphenols is to consume lots of fruits and vegetables," Diekman said. (MEDLINEplus)

    US: 4 US soldiers die in Afghan chopper collision  Oct 26, 2009
    The Rhinelander Daily News - Online news and information for the Rhinelander, Wisconsin region. Last Updated: Monday, October 26, 2009 4:45 AM CDT US: 14 Americans killed in 2 helicopter crashes. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)

    Farms looked at as water resources vanish  Oct 25, 2009
    The water, more than a billion gallons a day, irrigates vast fields of wheat, alfalfa, cotton, lettuce, cauliflower, broccoli, melons and a produce aisle of other fruits and vegetables, feeding an industry tilled from the desert more than a century ago ... He makes his best money during the winter, when he grows lettuce, cauliflower, broccoli and fennel - crops not native to the desert. (AZCentral -- News)

    NCAA athletes lend a hand  Oct 25, 2009
    As part of their curriculum, the Mary Lin students will grow cauliflower, lettuce, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and other vegetables, a portion of which will go to a local shelter. Basketball players, swimmers, pole vaulters and tennis players, most dressed in their team's T-shirts and jackets, helped dozens of parents, students and teachers rake, push wheelbarrows, shovel dirt, plant bushes, assemble garden boxes, paint garden signs and trim kudzu. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    The Longevity Diet  Oct 23, 2009
    As a general guideline, consume at least one serving of cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, arugula), two servings of dark green leafy vegetables (spinach, watercress, romaine lettuce, kale), one serving of yellow and orange-pigmented foods (sweet potatoes, squash, sweet peppers, grapefruit, peaches) and two servings of red or purple foods (tomatoes, red cabbage, eggplant, blueberries, raspberries, cranberries, apples, plums). Mineral-rich mushrooms, nutrient and... (Suite101.com)

    Broccoli, greens, nuts can fight heart disease  Oct 22, 2009
    Cheeseburgers and fries might look tempting, but eating some broccoli or leafy greens first could help people battle obesity and heart disease, says a new study ... Cheeseburgers and fries might look tempting, but eating some broccoli or leafy greens first could help people battle obesity and heart disease, says a new study. (India Times, India)

    Insecticides May Harm Female Immune System  Oct 22, 2009
    I have had trouble with bugs when growing broccoli and eggplants, but I tried using row covers over them during the first half of the season and that seems to work. by nancyjvanwyk October 21, 2009 4:16 PM EDT. (CBS News)

    A Healthy Diet to Reduce Cholestero...  Oct 21, 2009
    A Healthy Diet to Reduce Cholesterol Levels. A Healthy Diet to Reduce Cholesterol Levels. (Suite101.com)

    Women's health problems doctors still miss  Oct 20, 2009
    Fiber (the kind found in many fruits and vegetables including broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and in whole-grain breads) or fiber supplements add bulk to the stool, making it easier for some to go. But too much fiber may worsen symptoms, especially bloating and gas. (CNN)

    Somervilles Kennedy School PTA to hold dinner, dance and auction  Oct 20, 2009
    There will be a buffet dinner, roast beef and ham carving stations, chicken, broccoli and ziti, roasted potatoes, vegetables and dessert, along with a cash bar and DJ. Auction items include vacation getaways, golf, chartered fishing trips, baskets made by the Kennedy classrooms, and more. This event is for adults only. (Somerville Journal, MA)

    Beat the Diwali bloat!  Oct 19, 2009
    So can the cruciferous family of vegetables, such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower. That doesnt mean you should give up on these super-nutritious, high-fibre vegetables. (India Times, India)

    Foods That Fight Breast Cancer?  Oct 17, 2009
    Some cruciferous vegetables include: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, radishes, daikon, kohlrabi, rutabaga, arugula and collard greens. Onions, Garlic. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Tips for going organic on a budget  Oct 16, 2009
    Insects have a natural aversion to strong-smelling foods such as onions, cabbage and broccoli ... The clean 15 are onions, avocados, sweet frozen corn, pineapple, mango, frozen sweet peas, kiwi, cabbage, eggplant, papaya, watermelon, broccoli, tomato, sweet potato and grapefruit. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Sustainability is key at Qns. County Farm  Oct 16, 2009
    In the growing fields are cabbages, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, radishes and kohlrabi, cool weather crops that can be picked through the fall. PHOTO BY LIZ RHOADES"> In the growing fields are cabbages, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, radishes and kohlrabi, cool weather crops that can be picked through the fall. PHOTO BY LIZ RHOADES Farm-fresh eggs, goat cheese, fresh pork, organic produce, honey and wine sound like a bucolic dream for food lovers, one only found upstate or in other rural areas. But... (Queens Chronicle, NY)

    Companion Planting in the Garden  Oct 16, 2009
    An example of a three-way relay planting is to grow early peas, followed by broccoli, then summer squash. The gardener should consult an index of companion plants when planning the crops that are to be grown. (Suite101.com)

    Republican Registrar says don't forget to vote  Oct 16, 2009
    He grows tomatoes, broccoli, cucumbers, squash, and Italian peppers, to name a few. His backyard is also host to foxes, coyotes, raccoons, deer and a big, fat woodchuck that he calls Meatloaf. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)

    Mackie: Don't toss insides of carved pumpkins, many vitamins inside  Oct 15, 2009
    Other fruits and vegetables rich in beta carotene or related carotenoids are squash, peaches, mangoes, papayas, carrots, apricots, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, broccoli, mustard greens and most other yellow and dark green fruits and vegetables. If you consume five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, this will give you about 6-8 milligrams of beta carotene, which should be sufficient. (WWLTV.com, LA)

    Food for Appearance  Oct 14, 2009
    Eating slightly bitter dense green foods such as broccoli, spinach and arugala; as well as turnip, mustard and dandelion greens has been shown to lessen your sweet tooth. Simple and refined sugars, high-glycemic carbohydrates and refined manufactured foods are ageing. (Suite101.com)

    October brings new customers to farmers markets  Oct 14, 2009
    And that means things like broccoli and pears. On this day, Phoenix resident Laurie Forbes, 37, snapped up green beans, tomatoes and some spinach. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Gourmet Dumpling Restaurant  Oct 13, 2009
    Add a serving of dark and just-cooked Chinese broccoli and the flaky fried spring-onion pastry for a fine and cheap feed. Splash both pastry and mini-buns with vinegar for the best effect. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Diet can lower breast cancer risk  Oct 9, 2009
    Yes to broccoli, whole grains and regular exercise ... Scientists have known for years that some foods including cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage and Brussels sprouts contain compounds that impede tumor growth. (Lincoln Journal, MA)

    Battle Allergies With Food  Oct 9, 2009
    Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, turnips, kale and cabbage, which even out hormonal imbalances. If possible, he said, buy dairy that is hormone-free, with a label that says: "This product does not contain recombinant bovine growth hormone or rBST.". (KFOXTV.com, TX)

    Clinicians Map Group At High Risk For Aggressive, 'Hidden' Prostate Cancer  Oct 9, 2009
    (July 25, 2007) Eating more cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower is associated with a reduced risk of aggressive prostate cancer. Several studies have demonstrated an association between eating. (Science Daily)

    HEALTHY EATING: Meal plan adds vegetarian menu  Oct 8, 2009
    Registered dietitian Ashley Ritchie, who leads menu development for Good Measure, says that it wasnt as easy as throwing a few more pieces of broccoli on a plate. These menus were months in the making. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    Mystic Valley Elder Services Menu: October 2009  Oct 7, 2009
    Friday, Oct. 16: Tomato soup with crackers, breaded fish, broccoli cheese sauce, brown rice, zucchini, bread and mandarin oranges; or tomato soup with crackers, California chicken salad on lettuce leaf, tomato cucumber salad, pasta vegetable salad, bread and mandarin oranges. Monday, Oct. 19: Lentil soup with crackers, American chop suey, grated parmesan cheese, broccoli and cauliflower bread and fresh fruit; or lentil soup with crackers, breaded chicken patty, light mayonnaise, lettuce leaf,... (Medford Transcript, MA)

    * Folic acid reduces cancer risk: study  Oct 7, 2009
    Lin said folic acid was a water-soluble vitamin necessary for human cell division and growth and that it was found widely in natural foods, including dark green vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli and cabbage, as well as in whole grains, beans, animal liver and foods containing yeast. The results of national nutrition surveys show the intake of folic acid among Taiwanese is less than half the recommended amount and the deficiency is most serious in teens aged 13 to 18. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    Tilly & Salvy’s has cornered the market in Natick since 1938  Oct 7, 2009
    Many fruits and vegetables come from local farms; you ll find everything you need for supper: pork chops, ground beef, chicken breasts, green beans, broccoli, spinach, cauliflower. You can pick up a head of lettuce, tomatoes, and bag of radishes for an impromptu salad, baguettes from Iggy s Bread of the World, and aged cheddar for a mac and cheese. (Boston Globe)

    Perfecting Your Pasta  Oct 6, 2009
    Basil Pesto Pasta with Tiny Potatoes and Broccoli Pasta with pesto is a good lesson in why Italians so often insist on adding a spoonful of pasta cooking water to pasta sauce ... 1 C. Basil Pesto 2 cups broccoli florets, small, cooked 3/4 pound marble-size potatoes 2 tablespoons and freshly ground pepper 3/4 pound dried orecchiette or other pasta the same size as potatoes About 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese ... Cook the broccoli in salted boiling water until tender, then drain and set... (CBS News)

    Vegan Deli: Wholesome Ethnic Fast F...  Oct 3, 2009
    Serve the scrumptious Sesame Broccoli Salad alongside the Noodles in Peanut Sauce from the Grain, Potato, and Pasta Salads chapter for a tasty, asian-inspired meal. Grain, Potato, & Pasta Salads. (Suite101.com)

    October is a good planting month in our area  Oct 3, 2009
    If fortunate enough to have a vegetable garden, in October you may set out transplants of broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, garlic, shallot, or onion sets. Of course your tomatoes are already showing their stuff. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    College students, volunteers harvest fruits of their labor  Sep 30, 2009
    Under the tutelage of gardening guru Ellen Vande Visse, students grew kale, beets, cauliflower, lettuce, cabbage and broccoli and other Alaska staples, Backlund said. She estimated about 150 pounds of produce was harvested. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Meal of the Week  Sep 26, 2009
    And when I have my own choice, the ingredients are as follows: lettuce, sliced tomato, cucumbers, green peppers, a few cuts of broccoli and some cheese. Loved the My Friend's Grill salad. (Odessa American, TX)

    Scalera: Lots to do in the yard in October  Sep 26, 2009
    Vegetables that can be planted in October include beets, broccoli, Brusselsprouts, cabbage, Chinese cabbage, carrots (sow the seeds directly in the garden), cauliflower, celery, collards, kale, kohlrabi, leek, lettuce, mustard, onions, English peas, radishes (sow the seeds directly in the garden), spinach and turnips. Vegetable seeds that can be sown in October for planting in the garden in November include beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, Chinese cabbage,... (Florida Today)

    Top Chef Recap Week 5 and 6  Sep 25, 2009
    Eli made pork rilette with broccoli puree for his sweet and sour pork. They don't like the paella. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Budget-friendly dining in San Francisco  Sep 24, 2009
    The entree I'm still dreaming about brings together roasted pork leg with mellow shelling beans, sweet figs, wild broccoli and a faint crunch: pork rinds. Details: 2401 Harrison St., San Francisco. (AZCentral -- Travel)

    AGING & CARING: 20 easy ways to boost your memory  Sep 24, 2009
    Great vegetable sources of folate include romaine lettuce, spinach, asparagus, turnip greens, mustard greens, parsley, collards, broccoli, cauliflower, and beets. For you vegetable haters, the nutrient is also abundant in lentils, calf s liver, pinto beans, and black beans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    Pancreatic cancer can be prevented  Sep 23, 2009
    One study found that consuming foods rich in flavonoids apples, grapefruit, broccoli, and berries may decrease pancreatic cancer risk by up to 59 percent. For more information about how a healthy diet can help prevent cancer, go to. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Wild, flavorful  Sep 23, 2009
    cooking wine 1/2 cup broccoli 1/2 cup onions 1/2 cup carrots 1/2 cup mushrooms 1/2 cup zucchini ... Boil the broccoli, onions, carrots, mushrooms, and zucchini until they are soft. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Sauce from a bean  Sep 23, 2009
    As the main flavoring in a Chinese dish like beef and broccoli, Chinese soy sauce is often the best option. For tempura dipping sauce, or for noodle dishes, the aromatic Japanese version would be ideal. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)

    Post Gastric Bypass Diet  Sep 23, 2009
    Eat plenty of eggs, tofu, and fish for protein, minerals, and omega fatty acids, mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes, steamed broccoli and cauliflower, and soft fruits such as melons, bananas, and. As the weeks pass, introduce a greater variety of easily chewable foods into this segment of the gastric bypass diet, eventually including diced meat and chicken. (Suite101.com)

    Long-lost recipe for creamy lobster  Sep 23, 2009
    I read a recipe somewhere for a broccoli salad ... RAMEN BROCCOLI SALAD ... 1 (12-ounce) package broccoli slaw mix (in the salad aisle, or substitute fresh broccoli florets). (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Life Alive holistic cafe in Lowell makes its Seductress irresistible  Sep 23, 2009
    The Seductress, a wheat tortilla stuffed with hard-cooked eggs, broccoli, avocado, Swiss chard, carrots, and beets ($11. 67), is one of five panini offshoots that have turned Heidi Feinstein s holistic Life Alive cafe in Lowell into sandwich central. (Boston Globe)

    Bel Tramonto restaurant closes  Sep 22, 2009
    pril wrote on Sep 21, 2009 9:41 AM:" olive garden for italian food.. laughing so hard i'm crying. Here's some news for you, Molly... in Italian cuisine, there's no such thing as "crostada" anything. There is no such word as "hospitaliano" in Italian. There's nothing authentic about Olive Garden as far as Italian food goes, even the menu has Spanish thrown in (garlic-herb chicken con broccoli? rofl). And for the $15 it costs for a single dinner entree there, I can feed a handful of people some... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)

    How to Cook Stuffed Squash  Sep 22, 2009
    Mix the pulp with 2 cups of vegetables like steamed broccoli or cauliflower. Add ; cup cheese and ; cup diced meat of your choice (chicken, seafood etc) Place stuffing back inside squash and bake for 10 minutes at 350. (Suite101.com)

    Nell Newman keynote speaker at botanical garden  Sep 21, 2009
    By early September, lettuce, broccoli, chard and kale were already being harvested. Community support made the edible gardens possible. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Close to home  Sep 20, 2009
    Its restaurants serve all sorts of Hainanese delicacies including taro roots, noodles with strips of beef jerky, bitter gourd with clams (lala) and char chai, a mixed vegetable dish comprising pig skin, chicken gizzard, broccoli, bitter gourd, onion, spring onion, prawns, parsley, capsicum, pork, cuttlefish and Chinese sausage (lap cheong). You can find Hunan and Szechuan food, too, and Northern Chinese-style cooking. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Southern-Style Meal, on a Shoestring!  Sep 20, 2009
    Collards are leafy green vegetables that belong to the same family that includes cabbage, kale and broccoli. While they share the same botanical name as kale, Brassica oleracea, and some resemblance, they have their own distinctive qualities. (CBS News)

    Bethel considers easing alcohol restrictions  Sep 20, 2009
    At 82, Trantham is still a regular at the meetings and grows a lush garden of broccoli, turnips and cauliflower on summer days that stretch to 20 hours of sunlight. He drinks a beer a day. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Best Foods to Help Control Diabetes  Sep 18, 2009
    Corn and potatoes, unfortunately, are packed full of simple starches, and should be mostly replaced in the diet by other vegetables, like broccoli, beans, Jerusalem artichokes (which substitute beautifully for potatoes), and soybeans. Reducing high-fat meats is also important. (Suite101.com)

    Chicken Meals on a Budget  Sep 18, 2009
    Frozen Mixed Vegetables (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots) 3. 5 cup. (Suite101.com)

    A bounty to share  Sep 17, 2009
    Excellent fruit and vegetables sources: red and green peppers, kiwi, strawberries, sweet potatoes, kale, cantaloupe, broccoli, pineapple, Brussels sprouts, oranges, mangoes, watermelon, tomato juice, grapes, pears, and cauliflower. For more variety try new fruits and vegetables regularly. (Brewton Standard, AL)

    Get your fall garden producing  Sep 17, 2009
    Plant romaine, cauliflower and broccoli in winter ... "Think in terms of what foods go together. A salsa garden of onions, tomatoes, cilantro and peppers works well. Garlic, basil and tomatoes go together, or broccoli, chives and butternut squash.". (AZCentral -- Home)

    Lunch Money: Shangri-La  Sep 17, 2009
    There is some variety in the offerings, but our regular buffet favorites include General Tso's chicken, sesame chicken, curry chicken, chicken and broccoli, and stir-fried green beans. There also are plenty of seafood and beef entrees, some Americanized dishes, kid favorites, a salad bar of sorts and fresh fruit. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Some Foods Affect Histamine Product...  Sep 17, 2009
    Foods rich in this vitamin include red and green bell peppers, broccoli, all citrus fruits and juices, cranberries, most lettuces, cauliflower, and sweet potatoes. Other foods to choose include those rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and. (Suite101.com)

    Cancer Prevention Food and Herbs  Sep 16, 2009
    This can include fresh berries, beans, broccoli, artichokes, apples, plums, dates, pears, nuts, citrus fruits, potatoes, and many, many more ... For preventing cancer before it even begins, in what is known as the initiation stage, the Prescription for Herbal Healing, by Phyllis A. Balch (Avery, 2002), recommends "Foods rich in carotenoids, such as dark-green leafy vegetables an yellow and orange fruits and vegetables; foods rich in sulphoraphanes, such as broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels... (Suite101.com)

    Vegetables to Plant in Fall  Sep 16, 2009
    High in vitamins A and D, broccoli loves cooler weather ... A broccoli plant may reach two and a half to three feet tall. (Suite101.com)

    Fall pickin' party planned at Pyrah's Pioneer Peak  Sep 16, 2009
    Anchorage Daily News. Daylight : 7:29 AM - 8:19 PM. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Eating every three hours may be key to losing weight (5)  Sep 16, 2009
    Examples of fibers include carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, cucumbers, any salad type vegetables. He said it s OK to eat a salad with the meal, but don t use croutons, bacon bits or cheese. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    North Andover Senior Spirit  Sep 15, 2009
    Lunch will be your choice of Atlantic salmon filet in lime-dill cream with roasted red potatoes and almond buttered broccoli or roasted chicken breast over red pepper sauce, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. All are welcome to attend. (North Andover Citizen, MA)

    Growing Roo gardners  Sep 15, 2009
    Now, only months later, the garden is overflowing with arugula, tomatoes, lettuce, watermelon, okra, potatoes, dill, raspberries, strawberries, broccoli, chili peppers and more thanks to the hard work put into plowing and planting seeds. For some involved, gardening is a long-time passion. (University News, MO)

    Family Meals Matter: Ward off the flu with these foods  Sep 15, 2009
    For a flavorful fall family meal this week, serve Honey Lime Tilapia with garlic and butternut squash, Brown Rice Pilaf with Broccoli, garlic and mushrooms and finish with the calcium-rich Chocolate Mocha Mudslide for dessert. By combining foods from each of the food groups - fruit, vegetables, milk and milk products, whole grains and lean meats, your family will enjoy a balanced, nutritious meal that is also seasonal. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    Boo-hoo year for great pumpkins  Sep 15, 2009
    She'll close it early or decorate it for fall with turnips, cabbage and broccoli instead of pumpkins. She'll consider hosting a fundraiser or applying for a loan or grant to offset losses, she says. (USA Today -- News)

    Recipes: Lean meat helps prevent muscle loss in elderly (42)  Sep 14, 2009
    2 c. shredded broccoli slaw ... Place the broccoli slaw and 1/4 c. ranch dressing in a medium bowl ... Place 1/4 of the broccoli mixture on top of the roast beef. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)

    Why are my beans purple, Daddy?  Sep 13, 2009
    A natural group of chemicals, called anthocyanins, are what put the purple in purple green beans, as well as in grapes, plums and, less familiar, purple broccoli ... You can also expect purple broccoli, purple asparagus, purple tomatillos, even purple peppers to lose their purple color after cooking ... And perhaps birds can more easily spot and devour green cabbage worms on purple broccoli and red cabbage than on green varieties of either vegetable. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    By dawn's early light  Sep 13, 2009
    While most people sleep, farmers market flourishes. By , Business writer First published in print: Sunday, September 13, 2009. (Albany Times Union)

    Improve Bone Density  Sep 11, 2009
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends eating broccoli and green leafy vegetables to get calcium. These vegetables also contain vitamin K and potassium which help improve bone density. (Suite101.com)

    Beat diseases with a better diet  Sep 11, 2009
    Other good sources of magnesium are almonds, walnuts, coriander seeds (dhania ), cumin seeds ( zeera ), ginger, turmeric, plums and mango figs, whole grains, soy products, broccoli, oysters and mackerel. Magnesium has the effect of relaxing the blood vessels which allows the blood to flow easier. (India Times, India)

    Cathy’s Corner — I got a fever, and the prescription ... is more gardening  Sep 11, 2009
    Since planting those carrot seeds, I have planted beets, radishes, turnips, broccoli, mustard greens, cabbage and leaf lettuce. And I planted a couple of rows of potatoes with some of the little potatoes that I harvested in May and June. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Soggy June led to bumper crop of apples in Massachusetts  Sep 10, 2009
    If we can do well enough on the apple crop, we don t think we ll be applying for any federal assistance, said Bill Hennessey, a farmer at Highland Farm in Holliston who also grows corn, squash, broccoli, and other vegetables. For farmers like Hennessey who grow both fruits and vegetables, the apple season could help compensate for their summer losses, said the state s agricultural commissioner, Scott Soares. (Boston Globe)

    Cafe du Jour, South Side  Sep 10, 2009
    One night a pork chop ($22) was overcooked and dry, but came with undercooked and bitter broccoli rabe. Many of the hot dishes were closer to room temperature by the time they made it to our table. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Frost-sensitive crops don't have much time  Sep 9, 2009
    " While her potatoes may be on hold, plenty of other items are available this week. Those include carrots, beets with greens, cauliflower, onions, celery, zucchini, broccoli, purple top turnips, green and red cabbage, daikon, kohlrabi, scallions, radishes, lots of greens and plenty of herbs. The Beans will also have cut flowers including sunflowers, asters and cosmos, along with apple trees that are hardy for Alaska. Additional items at the market include shelled peas, tomatoes, Copper River... (Anchorage Daily News)

    Evidence Of Virus In Malignant Prostate Cells  Sep 8, 2009
    (July 25, 2007) Eating more cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower is associated with a reduced risk of aggressive prostate cancer. Several studies have demonstrated an association between eating. (Science Daily)

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