Peaches are a great source of beta carotene and vitamin C, supporting eye and skin health. The high amount of fiber and potassium in
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Onyx: An August Birthstone
The name Onyx originates in Latin (same spelling) from the Greek word for claw or fingernail. Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form
August is National Goat Cheese Month
During the summer, goats often have access to a wider variety in diet, giving a more flavorful milk, thus translating to a better cheese.
Flower of August: Gladiolus
The name Gladiolus is derived from the Latin ‘gladius’ (a sword), and is sometimes referred to as the “Sword Lily”. Gladioli are perennial bulbous
Peridot: Birthstone of August
Peridot is a type of Olivine, a common mineral in mafic and ultramafic rocks. While Olivine is a generally abundant mineral, gem quality peridot