Proper food storage matters because nutrients break down faster when exposed to excess heat, oxygen, moisture, and light. A large share of food loss occurs at the household level due to spoilage and storage errors. When storage conditions are wrong, vitamins degrade, fats oxidize, texture declines, and food is discarded before it should be.

Beets are a nutritional powerhouse and a colorful addition to many meals, but sometimes they linger in the fridge a little longer than planned. Wondering what to do with old beets? Slightly older beets are still incredibly versatile. Older beets are still edible as long as they aren’t moldy or spoiled, and you can transform them into delicious dishes while reducing food waste.

Anxiety can control your life if you don't know how to fight it. Even if you take prescription medication or talk with a therapist, it may still flare up every so often. Battling anxiety attacks and nervous thoughts is exhausting, but changing your diet may help reduce and calm your anxiety. If you are feeling anxious from everyday responsibilities it’s important to find solutions to reduce anxiety and balance your nervous system.

Raw, roasted, boiled and pickled are just some of the ways to enjoy the awesome power of beets. But many people’s favorite way to enjoy beets is to juice them. And believe it or not, there are almost as many ways to juice beets as there are to cook them.

No matter how you do it, consuming beets is excellent for your health. There is a never-ending list of the health benefits of beets. Most of us know that beets are nutritious and have detoxifying qualities, but did you know that beets are good for healthy skin and brain function?

No matter how hard you try, there may be times that you struggle with your mental health. It's completely normal and nothing to be ashamed of. While some people may develop a mental illness or need inpatient treatment, most can work through their mental health issues by taking care of themselves in various natural ways.

From things like eating healthier to getting enough sleep, taking care of yourself is a priority. Whether you like to exercise or relax, here are some ideas for what you can do to tackle your mental health and wellness.

Want a healthy and vibrant complexion but have sensitive skin? The solution may be in your kitchen! Homemade facials made from healthy natural foods can help reduce inflammation, calm redness, improve sun damage, add extra moisture, and soothe irritated sensitive skin.

If you have sensitive skin, it can be challenging to find skin care products that don’t cause your skin to react with cherry-colored vengeance. To combat sensitive-skin reactions and still achieve a healthy and glowing complexion, natural whole-food remedies have come to the rescue!

Wondering what to do with those canned beets collecting dust in your pantry? Looking for healthy and affordable ways to add more veggies to your diet? There are many scrumptious ways to eat those canned crimson veggies. These 10 recipes taste so amazing that you may be surprised the beets actually come from a can!

Using canned beets is a marvelous way to eat beets with simple prep. Plus - canned beets have a long shelf life and are a great resource for vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

Take your grilling game to the next level and add some sweet beets to your next barbecue. Beets can be enjoyed in a myriad of ways—like most veggies, they can even be eaten raw—but there's something transformative about cooking over an open flame. It elevates even the most basic ingredients into the realm of the extraordinary.

Grilling beets enhances their natural sweetness, providing a nice juxtaposition to the smokiness of the grill. The next time a recipe calls for roasted beets, you might just find yourself firing up the grill instead!

Acne is a very common skin problem that affects many of us at some point in our lives and can be quite disheartening (and even painful) to experience. However, you can find skin care relief with natural remedies using ingredients which are either available in your kitchen or easily purchased from a store. This article shares 14 effective, easy, and natural remedies to help you with problems related to acne and acne scars. Natural remedies to the rescue!

You just purchased a bunch of beets and have great plans for the quirky beetroot, but what the heck do you do with the greens? There are so many scrumptious and creative ways to use those delicious and nutritious greens. Before discarding the vibrant leaves atop the beetroot, check out these 15 creative beet greens recipes offering delicious inspiration for you to consider (and drool over).

Whether you’re a fan of frightening Halloween themes or festive family- friendly foods and drinks, this collection has something for everyone and brilliantly features the “bloody” red beet! It seems fitting to utilize the “bloody” red beet for some Halloween fun. The red beet “bleeds” red and its crimson hue is perfect for creating festive recipes for Halloween!

Add more veggies and fruits to your diet using a spiralizer! Baked, steamed, or raw - spiralized noodles (especially “zoodles”: zucchini noodles) are all the craze and for many incredible reasons. Low in carbs, gluten-free, and high in nutrients, spiralized noodles usually feature zucchini, sweet potatoes, beets, potatoes, carrots, apples, and more!

The beet is an easy-to-grow plant with short growing time (only 50-70 days); in many areas of the world, beets can be grown year-round! The beet is a suitable vegetable plant for beginning gardeners. Also, beets are rich in nutrients and vitamins and can be used in salads, soups, juices, and other delicious dishes. Beets do not need too much soil to grow and can also be planted in pots. You can have a quality beet garden . . .

Do you love your gut? Inside your intestines live trillions of microorganisms (bacteria and other microscopic living things), and they play a vital role in our health. "Our gut bacteria are responsible for breaking down starches to simple sugars, proteins to amino acids, they produce B vitamins, folic acid and vitamin K . . .

Improve your health from the inside out! Whether you are seeking clear vibrant skin, increased energy, or better immunity, these 5 wellness juices are brimming with delicious nutrition to boost your health and happiness.

Does the thought of messy beet prep make you want to cry? We’ve got you! Check out our favorite 6 Easy Tips for Preparing Beets Without a Mess and rekindle your relationship with the fabulous beetroot.

Want to enjoy all the fabulous benefits of beets but aren't sure how to prepare them? Although cooking beets may seem daunting, there are numerous ways to prepare beets (many involving 30 minutes or less). Here are 5 Tips for Preparing (Cooking) Beets - plus delicious BEETastic recipes to make your beet culinary adventure a little more amazing.

I don’t believe anyone who tells me they don’t love beets. What’s not to love? They’re red. They’re naturally sweet. They’re one of nature’s most awesome superfoods. And they help clear up our skin. I. Love. Beets. I sneak these ruby reds into my diet every chance I get. 

Good-bye, artificial colorants and toxins! Hello, delicious fruits, veggies, and spices. Mother Nature provides beautiful natural foods that are filled with gorgeous colors providing a wonderful alternative to synthetic and artificial dyes. Hooray for nature! 

Beets are completely edible from root to leaf. What? Is that crazy talk? It's not! The beet is a diverse vegetable filled with magnificent beauty and nutrition from its quirky bulbous root through its crimson "veined" stems to its luscious green locks.