Nutrition

Winter Citrus Guide

By Pia Hinckle on December 1, 2021

Winter is the peak of the citrus season. Officially beginning on the winter solstice (December 21), the bright shades of orange, red, pink, yellow and green of citrus add brightness and light to the …

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Fall Fruit Guide 2022

By The FruitGuys on September 2, 2021

The Fall equinox on September 22 marks the transition to shorter days across our hemisphere. Autumn also brings an abundance of tasty fall fruit, especially the peak of apple, grape, and pear season. …

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Engage Employees With Citrus & Keep Them Healthy

By Elisabeth Flynn on February 18, 2020

The sky may be gloomy, but citrus fruit--oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, grapefruits, pomelos, buddha’s hand, yuzu, and kumquats--is at its peak, bursting with color and natural sweetness. It's …

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3 Benefits of Giving Fruit for Valentine’s Day ❤️

By Elisabeth Flynn on February 7, 2020

Between cheap candy and store-bought bouquets, it’s no wonder so many people find the whole Valentine's vibe cloying, artificial, and over-hyped. We’re all in favor of sharing the love—we just think …

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5 Fruits That Boost Your Immune System

By Jack Owens on October 7, 2019

There are a few general tips to help prevent and shorten colds: wash your hands often; make sure you get enough rest, drink tea, exercise, and keep an eye on your stress level… and eat …

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Why Seasonal Fruit is Good for You

By Jack Owens on August 16, 2019

Eating seasonal fruit is one of life’s great joys, and it’s good for your body too. Seasonal fruit is also a great reward for employees because it boosts their health and morale all year long. …

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Power Up with Citrus

By Rebecca Taggart on February 7, 2016

Once upon a time, back in the Victorian era, citrus fruits were rare and expensive, a delicacy to be enjoyed only on special occasions. Earlier still, for sailors suffering from scurvy on long …

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Why You Should Eat Like an Italian

By Maggie McLain on May 8, 2014

Do you enjoy homemade tomato sauces, olive oil, berries, and salads fresh from the garden? If so, you might already be eating the Mediterranean way. Unlike many other diets, the Mediterranean …

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When Teenagers Go Vegan

By Miriam Wolf on July 23, 2013

“Mom, let’s go vegan.” These are words that can strike fear into any parent’s heart. I first heard them last fall from my 13-year-old daughter Sage. I blame the magazine VegNews, a publication that …

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How Sweet You Are

By Rebecca Taggart on June 12, 2012

Recently I overheard someone at the gym recommending green apples over red ones because they supposedly contain less sugar. This seemed a strange idea, since the sugar in fruit isn’t like added sugar …

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Orange you Healthy?

By Rebecca Taggart on November 18, 2011

The orange of autumn is not only on trees: November is the peak season for winter squash. Although remarkably varied in appearance, winter squashes share an orange-colored flesh rich in antioxidants …

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Praising the Pear

By Rebecca Taggart on October 13, 2011

Apples have gotten such a good rap (“an apple a day keeps the doctor away”) that the closely-related pear, equally nutritious, should have its own aphorism: “A pear a day keeps sickness at bay.” But …

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Every Nutrition School has a Pyramid, Which One is Yours?

By Rebecca Taggart on July 9, 2011

Nutrition pyramids are supposed to be graphical representations of a healthy diet. But whose? The latest guidelines issued by the U.S. government emphasize eating more fruits and vegetables and less …

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Why Turkey is Good For You

By Rebecca Taggart on December 3, 2010

Holidays and food often evoke memories of overeating and sleepiness, perhaps brought on by Uncle Ed or Aunt Bertha’s long-winded story at the other end of the table. Holiday menus provide comfort, but …

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