November 19th, 2012
Sweet potatoes, rich in beta carotene; but peel off the pesticide residues.
With Thanksgiving and the winter holidays upon us, we’re continuing our guide to the potential chemical and genetic engineering hazards in the holiday feast.
We looked at the Turkey (and faux turkeys) in Part 1. Now on to the veggies! One bright spot about vegetables is that medical research continues to verify the power of eating veggies in protecting against illnesses, even cancer.
Adults can avoid holiday weight gain by learning how to choose healthier food portions using Thanksgiving serving size guidelines from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Barbara Kessler
Andrew Winston
Danielle Nierenberg
Anthony Swift
