Helps to Lower Blood Sugar!
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Health Benefits of Bitter Melon Fruit
Improve Blood Sugar Levels!
 Bitter melon, also called bitter gourd, is a fruit
that grows on a vine. Bitter melons are
characterized by wart-like outward appearance
with bitter tasting flesh.
 Research has shown that bitter melon has the
potential to lower blood sugar levels by
promoting the creation of glycogen in muscles
and the liver.
 Elements of the bitter melon have been found
to have a structural resemblance to insulin,
which is responsible for maintaining blood sugar
levels of the body.
Improve Overall Health!
 Rich Source of Nutrients including Vitamin C,
Vitamin A, Folate, Pantothenate, and Niacin.
 Immunity Booster: Bitter melon juice is rich in
antioxidants that improves your immune
system.
 Cancer Prevention: Research has suggested that
bitter melon helped to prevent the growth and
spread of cancer cells obtained from the breast.
 Lowers Cholesterol: Bitter melon has beneficial
effects on the heart and blood vessels by
helping to control cholesterol levels in the blood
stream.
 Crazy for Collards!

Collard Greens are an excellent source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C,

Calcium, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, and Iron!
Collard Greens Health Benefits:
o Lowers Risk for Cardiovascular Disease
o Helps Fight Glaucoma
o Maintains Blood Pressure Levels
o Removes Toxins from the Body
o Good for Eye Health
o Gives Lustrous Hair
o Slows Aging Process
o Moisturizes Skin
o Helps with Retaining Memories
o Helps in the Process of Blood Clotting
 Celebrate Collard Greens!
Captivating Collard Facts!
Collard greens date back to prehistoric times and are one of the
oldest members of the cabbage family!

Fresh collard leaves can be stored for up to 10 days if

refrigerated to just above freezing.

A Culinary Recipe!
Quick Collard Green Sauté
Ingredients: Directions:
-Wash collard greens and remove the
1 Large Bunch Collard Greens stems that run down the center of the
leaves.
2 Tbsp Olive Oil -Stack 6 to 8 leaves on top of one
another, roll up, and slice into ½ inch
3 Cloves Garlic, Minced thick slices.
-Heat a large sauté pan over medium high
½ Tsp Red Pepper Flakes heat and add the olive oil.
-Once hot, add the garlic and red pepper
Pinch of Salt & Ground Black Pepper flakes. Add the collard greens and cook
until bright green (4 min). Add salt and
¼ Cup Chicken Broth pepper. Stir in the chicken broth and
cook until the liquid evaporates (2 min).
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 Oh Look! It’s Okra!

Okra Health Benefits:

o Supports digestive health with fiber
o Helps to prevent some cancers
o Helps to prevent inflammation
o May lower heart disease risk
o Can help lower blood sugar
o Beneficial for pregnant women
o Contributes to brain & heart health
 Okra Fun!
Outstanding Okra Facts!
Okra is a flowering plant that can actually be red or
green! Once the red okra is cooked, it turns green!

Though most people classify okra as a vegetable, it

actually a part of the fruit family!

An Outrageous Okra Recipe!

Easy Baked Okra
Ingredients: Directions:
Preheat oven to 450°
1 lb of Fresh Okra
Rinse and dry okra

2 TBSP Olive Oil Trim way stems and ends and cut okra
into ½ inch pieces

1 TSP Paprika Spread okra on a cookie sheet, drizzle

with olive oil, paprika, and salt
½ TSP Salt
(Or to taste) Bake for about 15 minutes and enjoy!

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 Sassy Satsumas!

Satsumas are low in calories and rich in minerals, and vitamins!

Satsuma Health Benefits:

o Natural Anti-Cancerous Agent
o Improves Immune System
o Good for Hypertension
o Helps with Weight Loss
o Natural Detoxifying Agent
o Good for Digestive Health
o Delays Aging Process of Skin
o Helps Control Cholesterol
levels
o Good for Diabetics
o Healthy Hair
 Satsuma Fun!
Sassy Facts!
Satsumas are part of the mandarin orange family, which also includes
clementine and tangerines!

The satsuma originated from the subtropical regions of China and

got its name from the Satsuma province in Japan!

A Sassy Recipe!
Banana Satsuma Smoothie
Ingredients: Directions:

1 medium, peeled, sliced Banana In a blender, combine banana, orange

sections, yogurt, and the juice.

1 peeled, sliced Satsuma Cover and blend until smooth.

Garnish with a mint sprig and enjoy!

1 Cup of Low Fat Yogurt
Enjoy this energy packed smoothie when
you are in a hurry and need a quick and
½ Cup Pineapple or Apple Juice easy breakfast!

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 Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a root vegetable that have many health

benefits! They are a great source of Vitamin A and C!
Sweet Potato Health Benefits:
o Supports digestive health
o Supports heart health
o Helps to stabilize blood sugar
o Boots your immunity
o Good for you eye health
o Fuels you brain
o May ease stress and anxiety
o Can help boost fertility
o Helps to fight cancer
o Have anti-inflammatory effects
 Sweet Potato Fun!
Sweet Facts!
A sweet potato is actually not a yam! Yams are a large starch
root that is grown in Africa and Asia!

Sweet potatoes spoil quickly! So be sure to store them in a dry,

cool place. Stored this way, they can last for up to month or
even longer!

A Sweet Recipe!
Sweet Potato Sticks
Ingredients: Directions:
Spray cookie sheet with non-stick spray
2 TBSP Vegetable Oil
In a medium bowl, combine oil, onion
powder, and salt.
1 TSP Onion Powder
Add potato sticks and turn to coat

½ TSP Salt Arrange coated potato sticks in a single

1 lb of Sweet potatoes
(Cut into ½ inch sticks)
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layer Bake for 10 minutes at 375° in oven
turn and bake for 10 more minutes.
Cool and enjoy!
 Tasty Turnip Greens!

Turnip Greens are rich in many nutrients such Vitamin A and Iron
that can enhance health and prevent diseases!

Turnip Greens Health Benefits:

o Helps Maintain Healthy Skin and Hair
o Reduces Anemia or Iron Deficiency
o Prevents Osteoporosis
o Helps Treat and Prevent Cancer
o May Lower Blood Sugar Levels
o Aids with Improvement of Diabetes
o Supports Digestive Health
o Promotes Fertility
o Improves Sleep, Learning, & Memory
o Enhance Athletic Performance
 Talk About Turnip Greens!
Top Notch Turnip Facts!
Turnips are a starchy vegetable that grow well in places with
cold winters.

The root part of the plant is high in Vitamin C and the greens
are very high in Vitamin A, C, E, and B6.

A Terrific Recipe!
Simply Southern Turnip Greens
Ingredients: Directions:
1 bunch of Fresh Turnip Greens -Remove and discard stems and
discolored spots from greens. Wash
thoroughly, drain, and tear greens into
1 lb Salt Pork or Smoked Pork Shoulder pieces.
-Slice Salt Pork at ¼ intervals, cutting to,
but not through, the skin.
3 Quarts of Water -Combine Salt Pork, 3 quarts of water,
pepper, and sugar, if desired, in a Dutch
Oven. Bring mixture to a boil, cover,
¼ Tsp of Ground Black Pepper reduce heat, and simmer for an hour.
-Add greens and cook, uncovered, for
about 30 to 35 minutes or until tender.
2 Tsp of Sugar (Optional) Serve with a slotted spoon.
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