Blog: Expert Q&A

Clementines are a citrus fruit and therefore contain both citric acid and ascorbic acid. Citric acid is found in a lot of foods because it is often used as a…

Oxidation occurs when fruits and vegetables are cut and exposed to oxygen. The loss of nutrients by oxidation is not going to be great, regardless of how long…

Weakness can be caused by numerous issues. It’s probably best to talk with your family doctor so they can confirm that she is not anemic or ill. Also make…

Oranges can be kept at room temperature for 1-2 days. If you are not going to eat them that quickly, store them in the refrigerator. Oranges can be kept in t…

It is hard to say what vegetable you have without looking at it. Different varieties of radishes, beets, and carrots can have pink and white colored flesh. I…

Daily caloric intake depends on activity level in addition to sex, age, height, and weight. The more active a person is means more calories are needed to accou…

Typically all vegetables can be consumed with a bad pancreas. However, it is probably best to work with your doctor or a registered dietitian to find a meal p…

All fresh produce should be washed under running water before eating, even if you don’t plan to eat the skin, such as melons and oranges. Germs can be passed…

Prevention and treatment of constipation is individual, and it generally involves a more comprehensive approach to diet rather than focusing on one particular…

A nutrient label for a one-ounce serving of chopped or whole peanuts (roasted and unsalted) is below.

What is Vitamin K? Vitamin K is responsible for activating certain clotting factors in the blood. Those who are prescribed a blood thinner, such as Warfarin (a…

It is very difficult to pinpoint the cause of acne. One medium banana only has 5grams more sugar than a medium orange (14grams). If foods seem to worsen your…

A healthy diet, adequate sleep, exercise, and relaxation are very important for health. Consuming fruits and vegetables is associated with a lower risk for he…

Berries are best stored cold. The refrigerator will slow down the ripening process therefore prolonging their freshness. Berries have a natural preservative th…

Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) has discontinued our nutrition education catalog and we therefore no longer have materials available for purchase. W…

Needless to say, without examining the banana directly we couldn’t confirm any cause, but based on the description the fruit may be affected by Mokillo (…

Tomatoes are an outstanding vegetable! Tomatoes contain valuable nutrients such as vitamins A and K, and are an excellent source of vitamin C. Tomatoes are a…

Any fruit can be consumed on an empty stomach. Fruit is naturally easy to digest and is a great snack food. When trying to lose weight, all fruits and vegeta…