Month: March 2015
Plums
There are few fruits that come in such a panorama of colors as the juicy sweet tasting plum. The plum season extends from May through October with the Japanese varieties first on the market from May and peaking in August followed by the European varieties in the fall. Plums belong to the Prunus genus of plants and are relatives of the peach, nectarine and almond. … Continue reading Plums
Avocado
Avocados have become the darling of the produce section in supermarkets and health food stores. They’re the go-to ingredient for guacamole dips at parties. And they’re also turning up in everything from salads and wraps to smoothies and even brownies. So what, exactly, makes this pear-shaped berry (yes, that’s right!) such a super food? Read more here: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/all-about-avocados Continue reading Avocado
Garlic
Garlic — known to some as the stinking rose — is used by many cuisines around the world to add flavour to food, but it’s also been used as a natural medicinal ingredient for centuries, both in its fresh plant form and as a supplement. Read more here: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/09/25/benefits-of-garlic_n_3990616.html Continue reading Garlic
Pink grapefruits
The grapefruit was bred in the 18th century as a cross between a pomelo and an orange. They were given the name grapefruit because of the way they grew in clusters similar to grapes. Grapefruits vary in hue from white or yellow to pink and red and can range in taste very acidic and even bitter or sweet and sugary. Grapefruits are low in calories … Continue reading Pink grapefruits
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