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The Green Vegetable Series: Kale (Part 2)

By on September 14, 2007 in DIET

History of Kale Kale is a very delicious green leafy vegetable. Like collard greens, kale is also a member of the cabbage family. Wow, the cabbage family was much larger than I thought! The most important growing areas lie in central and northern Europe and North America. Kale grows more rarely in tropical areas as [...]

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The Green Vegetable Series: Collard Greens (Part 1)

By on September 6, 2007 in DIET

Collard Greens History Collard greens are a part of the cabbage family. Cultivated for their long, thick, dark green leaves, collard greens have an abundance of nutritional value. Originally from the Mediterranean region, collards have spread to various corners of the world. Collard Greens Nutrition Benefits of Collard Greens Rich in Health-Promoting Phytonutrients Optimize Your [...]

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