Fruit
What Do Healthy People Eat? Avocados!
And why you should add this diverse fruit to your diet!
It used to be that when we thought about avocados we pictured a bowl full of the mashed fruit laced with red onion, cilantro and lime juice – a/k/a guacamole. But over… Read More
Raisins – The Perfect Snack!
Health Benefits of Raisins
Like grapes, raisins contain polyphenol resveratrol, a powerful antioxidant that studies suggest is associated with heart health, and reduced risks of Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and other degenerative diseases. There are even studies which show that … Read More
Eating Watermelon Can Reduce Fatigue And More!
Interesting Health Benefits Watermelon
Who doesn’t love a thick chilled slice of watermelon, especially on those lazy hazy days of summer? And the best part is, the health benefits of this juicy treat are just as delicious as the fruit itself!… Read More
Goji Berries – A Link to Longevity?
Health Benefits of Goji Berries
Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, are bright orange-red in color and come from a bush native to China. They are extraordinarily rich in antioxidants, primarily Vitamin A, Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), and Vitamin C, all of which are known… Read More
Cranberries Help More Than Urinary Tract Infections!
Enjoy Cranberries All Year!
Many of us enjoy cranberries only during the Holiday Season, but why not enjoy the unique flavor and many health benefits of the plump ruby-red super fruit all year long?
We associate cranberries with the holidays … Read More
Healing Properties of Lemons and Limes
The Cleansing Effect of Citrus!
Lemons and limes are very similar in nutritional value and are great sources of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Potassium and folic acid. Lemons, however, contain a greater amount of Vitamin C – 30.7 mg. per fruit vs. 19.5 mg. in… Read More
Health Benefits of Oranges!
So much more than a “Daily Dose of Vitamin C”!
Oranges are undoubtedly one of the most popular citrus fruits. They are the leading fruit crop in the United States and are also largely produced in Mexico, China, Brazil, and… Read More
Bananas for Bananas!
Amazing Health Benefits of Bananas
Health benefits of bananas at a quick glance.
LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE
HEART HEALTH
ANTI-CANCER
DIGESTIVE HEALTH
Bananas are high in potassium, a mineral and electrolyte important for proper muscle function and digestion. Potassium helps to … Read More
The Amazing Strawberry!
Strawberry Not A Berry?
Botanically speaking, it is actually a member of the rose family! On average, there are 200 tiny “seeds” on every strawberry. However, these so-called “seeds” that cover the outside of the strawberry are actually achenes, and… Read More
The Delicious Apple!
The Apple of Your Eye – And Much More!
Did you know that there are over 2500 varieties of apples grown in the United States, but only one is actually native to North America? Do you know which one?… Read More
Could Cantaloupes Help Prevent Cancer?
Could Cantaloupes Help Prevent Cancer?
Well, if you only eat a single cantaloupe from time to time, probably not.
But you may be able to prevent cancer by regularly eating cantaloupe along with other fruits and vegetables in the cucurbit … Read More