You've probably seen purple kohlrabi around recently and wondered what the heck this odd-shaped thing with the weird name is! Well, it's a fantastically versatile vegetable with a taste and texture somewhere between cabbage and broccoli stems.

Purple Kohlrabi is part of the Cruciferous family of vegetables, scientifically known as Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes. The word ‘Kohlrabi’ comes from the Germanic words for cabbage, ‘kohl’, and turnip, ‘rabi’. It was given its name for the close resemblance to both a cabbage, and a turnip, with its bulbous stem sitting on top of the ground. The Purple variety is a bit less common than its green counterpart.

Nutritional Value
The purple pigment in the skin and leaves of Purple Kohlrabi comes from the presence of anthocyanins, which are cancer-fighting compounds. The pigment is only present in the skin and leaves, lined with purplish-red veins, so therefore the cancer-fighting benefits are mostly present in the leaves of Purple Kohlrabi. Kohlrabi is high in vitamin C and a good source of both fiber and potassium. The nutrient-dense tuber also contains high amounts of phosphorus, magnesium, calcium and iron. Kohlrabi, like other cruciferous vegetables, contains anti-cancer phytochemicals and is considered beneficial for good health.

Purple Kohlrabi can be prepared using almost every method of preparation, raw or cooked. Peel the Purple Kohlrabi’s skin, after removing any greens and stems. Smaller bulbs will have skin that is easier to remove, whereas larger bulbs may have tougher, more fibrous layers to remove. Raw, Purple Kohlrabi can be shredded for salads, slaws or mixed with flour and egg for fritters. Julienned Purple Kohlrabi can be added to salads or cut into larger matchsticks for crudité. Cut Purple Kohlrabi into chunks to add to soups and stir-fries. Steamed Purple Kohlrabi can be added to any number of dishes, from omelets to pasta or rice dishes. Make a Kohlrabi gratin with a mild cheese, or pair with creamy soups or sauces. Purple Kohlrabi can be baked, braised and roasted like home fries or French fries. Kohlrabi can be kept in the refrigerator for several weeks when kept in perforated plastic. Some recommend removing the greens from the bulb prior to storing. Kohlrabi can be preserved by blanching and freezing.

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Organic Yellow Tomatoes

Yellow tomatoes taste great raw. Cutting up a handful and mixing with avocados, pomegranate seeds with a touch of sea salt and splash of olive oil makes for a quick and delicious healthy snack.

But the health benefits may be greater when eating them cooked as recent research shows that heating tomatoes enhances their anti-carcinogenic powers. My favorite food is pasta and unlike Italian-American marinara sauces, which heavily rely on canned tomatoes, require adding sugar and take hours to cook; authentic Italian sauce is made from fresh tomatoes and should take no longer than 30 minutes to make. I prefer to use fresh yellow cherry tomatoes because of the naturally sweeter flavor. I highly suggest that you try it.

Lycopene is known for its many health benefits. It has been correlated to reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease and macular degenerative disease. But a common misconception is that lycopene is associated with the red pigment of tomatoes. However, yellow tomatoes also contain lycopene and recent studies such as one published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition suggest that the benefits of the antioxidant may be greater when consumed via yellow tomatoes.

Red tomatoes contain trans-lycopene and yellow tomatoes contain tetra-cis-lycopene. The antioxidant is equally potent in both forms but the human body is more readily able to absorb lycopene in the cis-form. This study supports that tangerine yellow tomatoes are a better source of lycopene because your body is able to get more usable lycopene from them.

Organic Hebron Red Grapes

These juicy sweet organic grapes are grown in the hills of the holy land of Hevron, and have seeds. they are packed with anti-oxidants vitamins.

The health benefits of grapes include their ability to treat constipation, indigestion, fatigue, kidney disorders, macular degeneration and the prevention of cataracts. Grapes, one of the most popular and delicious fruits, are rich sources of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and folate in addition to essential minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium and selenium.
Grapes contain flavonoids that are very powerful antioxidants, which can reduce the damage caused by free radicals and slow down aging.Grapes, due to their high nutrient content, play an important role in ensuring a healthy and active life.

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Our Carob Syrup

is an all natural, 100% pure carob concentrate, and made from concentrated carob fruits.
Carob, to put it plainly, is the Mediterranean cousin of chocolate.

Tasting Notes
Our Carob Syrup has a strong chocolatey flavor with a slight bitter undertone and a powerful and voluptuous aftertaste.

Uses
Although a lot of people use it for baking, carob syrup can be used in a number ways. You can use it as a dressing over fried foods like falafel to add more depth, you can also use it a glaze over fish or beef and of course over Greek yogurt, ice cream or any kind of cheese platter.

This product contains no preservatives, no coloring, no flavoring, no sugar, and no sulfites.

Healthy
Carob is rich in fiber, low in calories and rich in antioxidants. It also, unlike chocolate, contains no caffeine. For more information on the health benefits of Carob Syrup.

The Benefits of Carob Concentrate

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