Leeks, also known as poor man's asparagus, have enjoyed a long and rich history, one that can be traced back through centuries. Leeks were well regarded by the ancient Greeks. The Greek philosopher Aristotle attributed a clear voice to a diet of leeks; as a result the Roman emperor Nero...

Through history these vegetables have seen many and varied uses. The Romans used squash mixed with honey to aid the digestion. In some Mediterranean regions, certain types of squash are used as bottles once they have dried. In Native American tribes, squash was once such an important part...

We live in a time in which so many things compete for our attention such as our career, our finances, our relationships, etc., so that attending to our health often ends up last on our priority list. As a cancer survivor, I have been inspired to educate cancer patients to...