Tag: vegetables

Published: May 25, 2025 Author: Callie Works-Leary Comments: 0

Can Eating Tomatoes Help Prevent Weight Gain? New Study Says Yes

As if I needed another reason to love tomatoes. New research presented at the 2025 American Physiology Summit held in April just gave me one: it turns out that lycopene—the antioxidant compound that gives tomatoes and watermelons their gorgeous red color—may play a powerful role in supporting liver health and even preventing weight gain.

Published: March 24, 2023 Author: Callie Works-Leary Comments: 0

Guide to Growing Cucumbers in North Texas

I love growing cucumbers, and my pantry is stacked floor to ceiling with pickle jars to prove it! If you’re eager to enjoy a bountiful harvest of fresh, crisp cucumbers from your own garden, I’ve got you covered. Here is a comprehensive guide to growing cucumbers in North Texas.