There is a lot more to creating the perfect salad than meets the eye. What may initially look like a pile of greens and toppings needs to combine well to make the perfectly coordinated bite.

 

He’s won state wrestling tournaments, aced exams, and created comic book characters using his artistic talents. So what fuels McQueen High School junior Cooper Sandoval through all these impressive feats? Breakfast, to start. It’s his favorite meal.

 

Evan Birchfield, 13, developed his love for cooking as a young child, assisting with light work alongside his parents at the tender age of 2. What started as a collaborative effort has led the Doral Academy eighth-grader to be completely independent in the kitchen while still enjoying the shared experience with the family.

 

Oodles of pills, syrups, and solutions for what ails us can be found on store shelves and in pharmacies these days, but the best medicines are more likely found at farmers’ markets. Food can heal, uplift, energize, and nourish our bodies and minds when thoughtfully selected and prepared.