The smaller the Brussels sprout, the more tender and sweet it is (go for larger ones if you want a more cabbage-like flavor). Look for a vibrant green color and whole, intact sprouts without a lot of spots that are nice and firm. Once you get them home, store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Taking vitamin supplements will boost your energy level only if you are deficient in them. In particular, our bodies need B vitamins to release the energy in foods. The family of B vitamins includes B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B12 and folic acid.
When taking daily vitamin supplements, it's good to know which ones help which parts of the body. Beta carotene and lutein are both becoming a popular ingredient in many daily vitamin supplements because they can help improve vision. Vitamin C is very common, and can help to keep the immune system at its optimum. Some other daily vitamin supplements ingredients include the family of B vitamins. These are especially prevalent in formulas designed to help those who are under stress, since B vitamins can help to lower stress levels. Vitamin E is another popular part of many supplements, because of its positive effects on the heart.