31. Posted by teefrtwo t on Mon, Apr 21, 2008, 11:14 am PDT

The food shows on foodnetwork always use expensive veggies and meat...although I like their recipes. Love the Italian cooking shows.

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32. Posted by thebrennanboss on Mon, Apr 21, 2008, 11:26 am PDT

Myself and a lot of my friends have tried MonaVie and it was not helpful for any of the illnesses that it claims to help. Drinking it probably will provide you with many antioxidants, but it is very expensive to drink it just for that reason. Much cheaper to eat fresh vegetables and fruits, organic if possible

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33. Posted by tracer17@sbcglobal.net on Mon, Apr 21, 2008, 12:24 pm PDT

please, give nutritional value of the food recipes you present. thank you

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34. Posted by s.bargas@sbcglobal.net on Mon, Apr 21, 2008, 5:04 pm PDT

I like raw vegetables but can't eat them because of diverticulitis. If you have any healthful recipes for cooked vegetables other than just plain vegetables, I would greatly appreciate them as I need better nutrition than I am getting. A bowl of overcooked broccoli loses its appeal after a while!

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35. Posted by Gabby on Mon, Apr 21, 2008, 5:54 pm PDT

I'm glad I already eat those veggies a lot. By the way, I don't know where people shop but my veggies specially raddish and broccoli are really cheap. I buy a bunch of broccoli for 99cents and raddishes for 3 bunches for 99cents.

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36. Posted by rockmebaby on Mon, Apr 21, 2008, 8:33 pm PDT

It's not so expensive if you cut down on the meat. Meat is much more expensive than most any produce, and too much meat is bad for you, especially red meat. Also, if you substitute fresh veggies for fast food, you'll also be saving money while eating healthier. Someone mentioned quinoa - it's a grain that's a complete protein, far less expensive and better for you than meat

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37. Posted by Marina on Tue, Apr 22, 2008, 3:44 am PDT

Can't wait to try this recipie. I'm tired of eating the same things all the time.

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38. Posted by TRISH'S BLOG on Tue, Apr 22, 2008, 9:20 am PDT

Most all of the things that are listed, I love and eat a lot of, which us a very good thing!

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39. Posted by cookie on Tue, Apr 22, 2008, 9:24 am PDT

I love to put fresh fruits in my salad, also, especially pears. It adds a little sweet to all the vegetables.

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40. Posted by Sandy on Fri, Apr 25, 2008, 10:17 am PDT

I too looked at the prices, but if you subtract some of the items in your food cart that you should not buy (colas, sweets, chips, empty calorie foods) you actually have enough to purchase the vegetables. I have been eating healthy for twelve days and I am seeing a positive difference in my skin, weight, stamina and stress resistance. I enjoy eating more vegetables now!

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41. Posted by Ashli on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 9:10 am PDT

Mmm that salad recipe sounds fabulous! I noticed that quite a few people have made note of the fact that it is expensive to eat healthy: My case against that line of thinking is that I would rather eat wholesome, unrefined, whole, and healthy foods than to eat cheap, overprocessed "filler" foods that are of little or no nutritional value and do no favors for my waistline, my immune system or my overall good health. You guys go ahead and eat your chips, drink your pop, and stuff your gullet with Wendy's "Baconater". Buy them in bulk, have at it. It all adds up to one thing: Poor Health = The elimination of the Middle Class.

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42. Posted by Zack M on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:52 pm PDT

coool

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43. Posted by joycedanelen on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:55 pm PDT

CHERYL SHUMAN STALKER GOOGLE IS TRYING TO KILL ME. CALL 911 WHEN YOU SEE CHERYL SHUMAN COME NEAR YOU, SHE IS MENTALLY ILL.

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44. Posted by diamond_tweety_3 on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:57 pm PDT

sounds realli good...I think I am gonna try it...but I realli love radishes tha most!!!

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45. Posted by Paul on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:57 pm PDT

Great article, naturally there will b e another article with a very similar title in a day or two that will contradict what has been said here. Another will follow that article. I had just read one less than a week ago regarding varieties of 'Squash', including Spaghetti Squash, and all the benefits - yet I see no mention of it in this article.

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46. Posted by jgh1791 on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:58 pm PDT

Yes it is expensive to eat healthy that's why rich people are more in shape, and are healthier. Money can buy health and it does.

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47. Posted by alexander_5@sbcglobal.net on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:58 pm PDT

Makes me hungry for a salad right now. I prefer red wine vinegar and lemon pepper

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48. Posted by bbulldogs48 on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:58 pm PDT

i hate fast food.

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49. Posted by anonymoussofar on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 3:59 pm PDT

Check out the new book: "The Super Antioxidant Diet & Nutrition Guide" by Robin Jeep! Go to www.vibrantcuisine.com for more or google it on Amazon.

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50. Posted by centralcoastsatellite2 on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:00 pm PDT

too bad youu left out kale and collard greens, lmao

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51. Posted by underdog346777 on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:01 pm PDT

we all know that veggies are good for you we can stop studying them and put more research on how to save this planet

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52. Posted by hatchstock on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:02 pm PDT

I found browning almost any type of veggies with just a bit of olive oil, then placing them on a plate and top with several tablespoons of salsa is great. Try different types of salsa too.

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53. Posted by soapberryusa on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:02 pm PDT

One person's medicine is another person's poison. So don't get so jacked up on diets unless they come with a certified guarantee and plenty of hot women to prepare those dishes.

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54. Posted by Deb on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:03 pm PDT

I'm in shock! Yes, everything has gotten more expensive over the past year, including food. But produce is still a HUGE bargain compared to the processed, packaged, frozen foods I see people filling their baskets with at the supermarket. Stop buying frozen pizza, ice cream, Hamburger Helper, candy, processed breakfast cereals, and potato chips. Then, you'll have more money to spend on lean, unprocessed meats, poultry, fish, and fresh vegetables & fruit.

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55. Posted by Jenni S on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:03 pm PDT

if you want to save a little money on these things...try a local fresh market or a local produce vendor...they are cheaper and the produce is fresher...

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56. Posted by Wanna B Me on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:03 pm PDT

I think this is just one recipe.There are probably others that are more affordable and easier to access,depending on where you live.And there are a variety of healthy foods to eat,not just these.This is one good recipe to try;I'm sure there are others.Any whole foods,beans,veggies,lean meats,portion control are good for you.

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57. Posted by C W on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:04 pm PDT

I am trying to lose some inches for the beach this summer. I am tracking my progress at http://www.vacation-tip.com. I am going to add some of these veggies to my salads, for sure! You can certainly save money by planting your own veggies or starting an indoor herb garden. If you live an a warm climate, you can probably have a year-round garden outside.

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58. Posted by ROY W on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:05 pm PDT

Grow your own herbs. You can do that in ANY place. Put them in your window. Vegetables are a little harder to do, but you should definitely consider it. I planted a few vegetables this spring for the first time and I'm excited about picking my own homegrown vegetables. I can't imagine the money I will save. Each plant cost me $2. I planted peppers, eggplant and squash. I KNOW I will yield far more than $2 worth of vegetables off of each plant.

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59. Posted by djraychi on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:07 pm PDT

MMMMM Veggies!

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60. Posted by Auntie Barbara on Sun, Apr 27, 2008, 4:07 pm PDT

Ahhhh! Cook the artichokes and serve with vegan lemon ghee...blend all of the other superstar veggies, season with garlic and heat up as a lovely side soup. Serve all of these lovelies together with some homemade sourdough bread...ahhhh! A meal fit for heart-healthy vegan kings and queens!

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