​As Italian foods have become a staple of the U.S. diet, so has this ultimate of Italian herbs, basil. Now available in most markets yearround, basil is an incredibly delicious, pungent herb that of course goes great with Italian dishes as well as an array of other cuisines.

Zucchini was first brought to the United States in the 1920 by Italian immigrants, and is today one of the most widely-sold and utilized vegetables on the market. It’s a delicious and incredibly versatile vegetable, with numerous ways to enjoy its mild, earthy flavor.

If your body isn’t producing important thyroid hormones, you are said to have and underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism. EAT SMARTER will explain what causes this disease, how to prevent it and what you should be taken into account with regards to a proper diet with hypothyroidism.