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Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023

During the Civil Rights Movement, Dooky Chase’s was the only upscale restaurant where African-Americans could dine. There, restaurant owner Leah Chase fed Freedom Riders and hosted meetings for the Association for the Advancement of Colored People.  Princess Tiana, from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, was based on Leah’s life and was the 1st African-American […]

Zephyr Wright: Zephyr Wright began her culinary career in 1940 to help pay her tuition at Wiley College located in Texas where she received her degree in Home Economics. Once hired by the Johnson Family, she became a personal advisor to Lady Bird & LBJ on all civil rights & equality topics. Wright and her […]

In the spirit of ‘let no crisis go to waste,’  MG has regrouped, rallied, scrapped, and scraped to try our best to take care of our circle. This has meant sacrifice for all and extreme sacrifice for many. This pandemic doesn’t define us, but how we’ve met the...

Probiotics are good bacteria that help maintain a healthy balance in your body! They support cell function, create vitamins & help your body digest. Find them in these foods: Yogurt Fermented Foods – pickles, kefir & kimchi Some Cheeses – gouda, mozzarella, cheddar & cottage cheese   Source: Cleveland Clinic & Healthline

Folic acid is your friend! Fatigue, insomnia, cognitive impairment can happen if you don’t get enough. Be sure to include at least one if not all three of the below foods daily! Leafy Greens – spinach, romaine, mustard greens & broccoli Whole Grains Root Vegetables – onions & beets   Source: Psychology Today & Improve Memory

Fiber is not only good for your gut and digestive system but can also defend against heart disease, diabetes & obesity. So, make sure to meet your daily fiber goals with these everyday foods! Fruit – raspberries, apples & bananas Vegetables – brussel sprouts, cauliflower & carrots Grains – quinoa, brown rice & whole wheat […]