Romanesco is a hybrid vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family and is enriched with vitamin A, which is essential to the proper function of our eyes. It contains cancer-fighting plant compounds and omega-3 fatty acids optimizing blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and cholesterol.
Radishes are packed with vitamin C and are a superfood with benefits such as preventing cavities and keeping your teeth strong, purifying the urinary system, maintaining healthy blood pressure, relieving congestion, and offering respiratory support.
Last week we held Grandparent Visitation Day. Students in each classroom were able to invite Grandparents or Grandfriends to visit during the school day. Activities varied from homemade snacks to share, playing games, and conducting interviews. It was a special time and we were so glad to host our visitors!
Broccoli is one of the best non-dairy sources of calcium - better absorbed than spinach! It is a rich source of soluble and insoluble fiber. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water. It helps with constipation. Eating broccoli helps support kids' healthy brain function and growth.
Raw Green Beans are rich in magnesium (giving you energy), rich in vitamin A (helps you fight infections) and are a good source of fluoride (helping to prevent tooth decay and strengthens your bones) and even have a little protein!
