Fruit
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
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