It’s summertime and our tastebuds are ready to be delighted by all those fresh and yummy healthy treats! Here in southeast North Carolina, it’s strawberry season-and I literally cannot get enough of these incredible sweet and juicy locally grown berries. I’ve been making a trip to my farmers market several times a week to keep our bowl full of these tiny bites that are not only delicious, but also pack a powerful amount of nutrients. Before we dive into the fascinating world of strawberries and uncover their numerous health benefits that make…

For many of us, it’s blueberry season! I just got back from the grocery store with some, and was inspired to write about them! These indigo-colored berries are sweet, long lasting, and versatile. They are a great way to jazz up salads, smoothies, yogurt, pancakes, or waffles. Not only are they tasty and easy to snack on, but they are powerhouse superfoods with a wide range of benefits. Here are just a few magical benefits of the super sweet “candy of nature”…