Health Facts
1. Did you know that potatoes are a great source of vitamin C? Vitamin C can help your body absorb iron more efficiently. 2. No time for breakfast? Give your child a piece of fruit to eat at the bus stop or in the car on the way to school. Eating breakfast will help them stay alert in class. 3. Many people do not get enough high fiber foods. Fiber is important for a healthy digestive tract, cholesterol control and a strong immune system. You can add fiber easily to your diet by eating more whole grains and eating the peelings of fruits like apples and pears. 4. Choose honey instead of sugar as a sweetener. Honey offers anti-oxidant activity and helps to provide the proper environment for growth of healthy bacteria for your digestive tract. Please do not give honey to babies under the age of one. 5. Depression: According to a recent survey amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein
