Monthly Archives: May 2011

Is It better to steam, microwave or saute vegetables?

Posted on May 29, 2011 by administration

Q: What is the best way to cook vegetables to optimize their nutrients? Is it better to steam, microwave or sauté them? I’ve heard and read many differing things about the best way to preserve the nutrients. –Jennifer, Oak Creek, … Continue reading →

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Dried cherries or tart cherry juice better?

Posted on May 29, 2011 by administration

Q.  Are dried tart cherries (with sugar added, approx 34 carbs per cup) or tart cherry juice from cherries and from concentrate (similar number of carbs and sugar) ok for someone with metabolic syndrome? I had high blood sugar once … Continue reading →

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Our first crop

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Gifford

Over 4 weeks ago, two volunteers and I invested 3 morning hours and a couple afternoon hours to planting this year’s first crop at NuGenesis Farm.  If you’ll recall, this region was still in the midst of a lengthy period … Continue reading →

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