You know that vegetables are important for your health and well being, but there are a number of facts that many people don’t know about getting your daily greens. These helpful facts from the USDA will give you some insight into the world of vegetables.

Vegetables are organized into five subgroups.
Based on their nutritional content, vegetables are categorized as either dark green vegetables, starchy vegetables, red and orange vegetables, beans and peas, and other vegetables.

You can get your daily veggies from a variety of sources.
Fresh vegetables are the most obvious choice, but cooked, frozen, canned, dried/dehydrated, and 100% vegetable juices are also valid sources.

Eating the proper amount of vegetables can prevent certain diseases.
Getting enough vegetables can help to prevent heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and may decrease kidney stones and bone loss.

Half of your plate should be made up of veggies.
While the exact recommended daily intake varies from person to person, filling half of your plate with vegetables is a good general rule.

Vegetables that are easy to prepare will help you eat them more often.
Things like microwavable frozen veggies or bags of pre-made salad greens are good examples.

Tips to Help You Eat Vegetables [USDA]

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Good morning residents!

Due to the snow event on Monday, the elevator project was delayed by one day. The project will be completed by this evening. We hope you are as excited as we are to add this new upgrade to the building that will contribute to an even cleaner community!

As always, we would love to know your thoughts! Go ahead and comment, or drop into the office. We love to see you!

In the meantime, 3 days until Spring! Hip, Hip, Hooray!

– The Team at The Courts at Historic Manassas

This old-school miniature golf course is a great place to spend a family afternoon. Comprising 36 holes spread out over two courses, this is a lovely gold complex decked out in classic style. Located in the middle of a strip mall parking lot, the courses boast a windmill, a magic castle, and a number of interesting and challenging shots. Course prices are incredibly reasonable, at $4.00 for one 18-hole round and an additional $2.00 for every round after that. The course is incredibly well-maintained and groomed, and there are never shots missed because of disrepair on the course. At night, the entire course lights up and the sound system starts playing for an exciting experience. At the eighteenth hole of both courses, if you sink a special tricky shot you can earn a coupon for a free game. They also offer group rates and discounts for birthday parties and other events. Stop next door at the Nathan’s Dairy Barn for some ice cream while you're there!

Magic Putting Place
8902 Mathis Avenue
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 257-7888
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