Strawberry Sparklers Serve these fun strawberries for a snack or dessert. 1 pound strawberries (fresh, large )1 cup Greek yogurt (plain)1 tsp orange zest (grated peel)2 tablespoons pistachios (chopped)2 tablespoons dried cranberries (chopped)2 tablespoons chocolate...
Persimmons are a delicious kind of fruit that can be eaten raw (wait until the fruit is soft for best flavor) or cooked in a variety of breads, pastries, and desserts. Peak persimmon season is about to wane, so we hope to get your interest in these vitamin-packed...
Fun Fact #1: There are over 7,000 kinds of apples growing all over the world! Fun Fact #2: The science of apple growing has a fantastic name: pomology. Fun Fact #3: An apple peel contains two-thirds of an apple’s total fiber, along with lots of antioxidants. Fun...
Today, figs finally get their moment in the spotlight. Check out these fun fig facts! Fun Fact #1: Technically, figs aren’t fruits! They’re inverted flowers! We still count them as fruits thanks to their nutrient and fiber content, but technically, a bunch...
Ultra-processed foods are taking over grocery shelves with their added flavor, affordable prices, and long shelf-life. Ultra-processed foods including pre-packaged meals, breakfast cereals and bars, and packaged rice and pasta mixes are excessively processed through...
Nutrition and health experts agree about the importance of fruits and vegetables in our diets. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans stress the positive health outcomes of adding these plant foods into to a healthy eating plan. Generally, fruits and...
