Know Your Food: Dark, Leafy Greens April 30, 2011

Dark, leafy greens include kale, collards, bok choy, beet greens, turnip greens, spinach, and Swiss chard among others. Leafy green vegetables are excellent sources of vitamins A and C as well as calcium, iron, fiber and other nutrients. The brassica family greens have been associated with the reduced risk of certain cancers in numerous studies. These greens can boost your system with powerful antioxidants while alkalizing and cleansing your system. You will learn simple and inspiring recipes to make dark, leafy greens a culinary delight. - - Open to anyone age 16 or older. - - Drumlin Farm is committed to the concept of eating locally, eating well, and supporting sustainable lifestyles. By learning more about our food - how it is grown, where it comes from, and how to prepare it - we increase our understanding of sustainability, stewardship, and the relationship between us, our food choices and the environment. These Know Your Food programs will encourage discussion and offer opportunities to share and have a good time while becoming more informed about food, farming, and the environment. Registration is required. Call 781-259-2200 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.php?program_code=1776-DFP11SP1 for more information.