By Irene Hayton The avocado is known as the “alligator pear” due to the color and texture of its leather-like skin and its shape. While many people think the avocado is a vegetable, it’s actually a fruit that’s low in...

By Irene Hayton Dr. Matsen does not advocate a strict vegetarian diet. He feels that animal proteins are important for maintaining a proper sodium/potassium balance, are excellent sources of complete protein, and in the case of fish, are rich in...

By Irene Hayton Chard, also known as Swiss chard, belongs to the same family as spinach and beets. Its leaves can grow quite large—up to 6 inches across—and its stem may be red, white or yellow in color. Swiss chard...