How Can I Learn More About Fruit Importers in the EU?
To learn more about fresh produce in the European Union, specifically importers, I recommend you contact Freshfel Europe, the European Fresh Produce Associat…
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Blog: Expert Q&A
Where can I access a seasonal produce poster?
We currently do not have a seasonal produce poster, however, we have seasonal produce lists on our website that you can share with your client for reference.
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Can You Provide Weight Loss Guidance that includes Fruits and Vegetables?
Check out our Healthy Weight Management section. Here you’ll find details for creating a Healthy Eating Plan. You may also benefit from working with a d…
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Why Do I See Separation After I Juice Various Fruits and Vegetables?
Many fruits and vegetables have a high composition of water so it’s not surprising when you juice that the water will expel, and if left to sit, the nutrient…
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Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable?
A pumpkin, from a botanist‘s perspective, is a fruit because it’s a product of the seed-bearing structure of flowering plants. Vegetables, on the other…
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Can You Freeze Daikon Radishes?
Yes you can! The Texas A & M AgriLife Extension has directions for freezing radishes. Freezing radishes will alter their texture slightly as they are…
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Can rhubarb be frozen?
Yes, rhubarb freezes well. Select firm, tender, well-colored stalks. Wash, trim and cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces. Blanch prior to freezing or freeze raw. F…
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Can you provide a list of vitamins found in fruits and veggies?
Fruits and vegetables are packed with a combination of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients to keep a body healthy. To learn more about indivi…
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How can I obtain your fruits and vegetables spin wheel?
We no longer have the fruits and veggies spin wheels available. However, please visit our fruits and vegetables database for information, as well as our half…
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Is there a particular fruit or fruit type good for diabetes?
Typically, all fruits can be worked into a meal plan for diabetes, but since they do contain carbohydrates, the portions need to be controlled. Blood sugar res…
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Can you provide carbohydrate information for fruits and vegetables?
Yes! We have a Fruit Nutrition Chart and Vegetable Nutrition Chart with comprehensive nutrition details, including carbohydrates, based on half-cup servings.
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Is blanching necessary prior to freezing asparagus?
Blanching is a brief heat treatment that destroys enzymes found in fruits and vegetables. The process is recommended to maintain the quality, texture, and fl…
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What is the daily recommendation for fruits and vegetables?
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables will help you consume the daily recommendation of appro…
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What is the safe way to eat broccoli sprouts?
Broccoli sprouts are rich in vitamins A, C, E, calcium, fiber and a natural compound found in other cruciferous plants (e.g. broccoli, cabbage) that supports…
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What is your opinion of the new recommendation to eat 10 fruits & veggies a day?
The recent meta-analysis study completed in the UK on fruit and vegetable intake confirms and reinforces the scientific evidence we know in the United States:…
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Can butter lettuce upset the GI tract?
Butter Lettuce is cholesterol free, fat free, an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of vitamin C and folate. It contains 1 gram of fiber per 1 1…
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What phytonutrients are in yellow and red fruits?
There is a variety of phytonutrients (also called phytochemicals) in fruits and vegetables that support human health. It has been estimated that up to 4,00…
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Do you have advice to help my picky eater gain weight?
I suggest you contact a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to help your daughter. S/he can review your daughter’s medical history, physical activity lev…
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