The best gift you can give your Mother on May 9th is to shop for, cook, and eat lots and lots of veggies, even if it's only for twenty-four hours. And if the culprit is you, Mom, who doesn't eat vegetables, it's time to give yourself a gift and project a vibrant image. Fathers are enlisted here to help younger children shop and cook. When agribusiness gets into the act, you know vegetables and plant foods have arrived. However, your local produce department already sells all you need.
Functional foods are basically clever marketing.
Fruits and vegetables are naturally equipped to prevent chronic disease and promote maximal health. Unprocessed, fresh foods are very functional. Skip the hype and use your dollars to purchase the freshest, best quality produce available. For Mother's Day, splurge on the exotic. Place in a large microwavable bowl and cover.