logging in or signing up CruciferousVegetable sPP Hannah Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINTLite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 101 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: March 04, 2008 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript What are cruciferous vegetables?: What are cruciferous vegetables? Broccoli Cauliflower Brussels Sprouts CabbageWhy Eat Cruciferous Vegetables?: Why Eat Cruciferous Vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables provide important nutrients: Vitamins All have vitamin C Broccoli and Brussels sprouts have folate Minerals—especially calcium FiberWhy Eat Cruciferous Vegetables?: Why Eat Cruciferous Vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables also contain phytochemicals Naturally occurring components of plants May decrease cancer riskHow much should we eat?: How much should we eat? 1 to 2 servings / week One serving is: 1/2 cup of cooked or raw broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, or other dark green leafy vegetablesWhich ones should we eat?: Which ones should we eat? It is important to eat a variety! Monday… Wednesday… Friday…Fresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Nutrition Virtually identical nutrient content Fresh may even be lower in nutrients If shipped long distances If stored longer Frozen usually packaged immediately after harvest Frozen BroccoliFresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Nutrition Cruciferous vegetables are naturally low in fat, whether fresh or frozen But…go easy on frozen vegetables packed in butter or cream sauces Fresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Cost Fresh vegetables may save you money: When they are in season When they are grown locally Fresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Cost Frozen vegetables can save you money: When fresh vegetables are out of season Frozen vegetables can save you time, too! Choose diced or chopped Choose generic or store brandsHow do we choose and store cruciferous vegetables?: How do we choose and store cruciferous vegetables? Choose vegetables that are compact and firm with good color and no yellowing Keep fresh broccoli and cauliflower up to 5 days in the refrigerator Keep fresh cabbage and Brussels sprouts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator Keep frozen vegetables up to 6 monthsHow do we prepare and cook cruciferous vegetables?: How do we prepare and cook cruciferous vegetables? Please refer to your “tips sheet” as we continue… Tips!Summary of preparation and cooking of cruciferous vegetables: Summary of preparation and cooking of cruciferous vegetables Wash, drain, and remove outer leaves Trim off tough stems Steam, boil, stir-fry, or microwaveCruciferous vegetables and your family: Cruciferous vegetables and your family How can you introduce cruciferous vegetables to your family? You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
CruciferousVegetable sPP Hannah Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINTLite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 101 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: March 04, 2008 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript What are cruciferous vegetables?: What are cruciferous vegetables? Broccoli Cauliflower Brussels Sprouts CabbageWhy Eat Cruciferous Vegetables?: Why Eat Cruciferous Vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables provide important nutrients: Vitamins All have vitamin C Broccoli and Brussels sprouts have folate Minerals—especially calcium FiberWhy Eat Cruciferous Vegetables?: Why Eat Cruciferous Vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables also contain phytochemicals Naturally occurring components of plants May decrease cancer riskHow much should we eat?: How much should we eat? 1 to 2 servings / week One serving is: 1/2 cup of cooked or raw broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, or other dark green leafy vegetablesWhich ones should we eat?: Which ones should we eat? It is important to eat a variety! Monday… Wednesday… Friday…Fresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Nutrition Virtually identical nutrient content Fresh may even be lower in nutrients If shipped long distances If stored longer Frozen usually packaged immediately after harvest Frozen BroccoliFresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Nutrition Cruciferous vegetables are naturally low in fat, whether fresh or frozen But…go easy on frozen vegetables packed in butter or cream sauces Fresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Cost Fresh vegetables may save you money: When they are in season When they are grown locally Fresh versus Frozen: Fresh versus Frozen Cost Frozen vegetables can save you money: When fresh vegetables are out of season Frozen vegetables can save you time, too! Choose diced or chopped Choose generic or store brandsHow do we choose and store cruciferous vegetables?: How do we choose and store cruciferous vegetables? Choose vegetables that are compact and firm with good color and no yellowing Keep fresh broccoli and cauliflower up to 5 days in the refrigerator Keep fresh cabbage and Brussels sprouts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator Keep frozen vegetables up to 6 monthsHow do we prepare and cook cruciferous vegetables?: How do we prepare and cook cruciferous vegetables? Please refer to your “tips sheet” as we continue… Tips!Summary of preparation and cooking of cruciferous vegetables: Summary of preparation and cooking of cruciferous vegetables Wash, drain, and remove outer leaves Trim off tough stems Steam, boil, stir-fry, or microwaveCruciferous vegetables and your family: Cruciferous vegetables and your family How can you introduce cruciferous vegetables to your family?