Friday is World Egg Day.  Eggs are eaten all over the world, wherever they could be obtained.  The two most popular eggs to eat are chicken eggs, and in some parts of the world ostrich eggs.  Eggs have always been such a popular choice around the world because they are relatively easy to obtain, a…

Lutein and zeaxanthin are primarily found in dark green and leafy vegetables, such as kale, collard greens, and turnip greens. They are also present in lesser amounts in corn, broccoli, green beans, peas, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, orange peppers, persimmons, kiwi, honeydew, and tangerines. Food Item Serving Size Lutein & Zeaxanthin (mg) Kale, cooked 1 cup…

Phytochemical Function Food Source Isoflavones Blocks estrogen from entering cells, possibly lowering the risk of ovarian and breast cancer; protects against heart disease by reducing blood clotting and cholesterol levels Soy foods Lycopene Powerful antioxidant; linked to reduced prostate cancer risk Red pigment in tomatoes, pink grapefruit, watermelon, raspberries, strawberries, guava Saponins Interferes with DNA…