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Go deeper with these carefully curated collections of fruit and veggie stories.

What Are Phytonutrients?

Phytonutrients … polyphenols … antioxidants … what do all of these terms mean? The term phytonutrients is a broad name for a wide variety of compounds p…
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Healthy Menu Ideas for Winter: Menu 23

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…
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Hot Topics Archive

Fruits and vegetables make the news every day! So visit our Fruit & Vegetable Daily News page often to stay abreast of the latest fruit and vegetable resea…
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Building Blocks for a Healthy Heart

It’s hard to ignore “healthy heart” messages that headline in February. Valentine’s Day puts emphasis on the emotional side with flowers, sweets, cards…
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Healthy Menu Ideas for Winter: Menu 22

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…
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Stuffed Buttercup Squash

Substitute any winter squash for buttercup squash in this savory recipe! Preparation Time: 30 minutes ½ cup onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crush…
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Spinach & Grapefruit Salad

The combination of pink grapefruit sections, dark green spinach, and white jicama is both visually and texturally appealing. Preparation Time: 15 min…
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Pummelo & Shrimp Salad

This colorful salad features flavorful sautéed shrimp on a bed of greens topped with pummelo, shallots, and other fresh fruits. Preparation Ti…
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Delicious Greens

Dark, leafy greens are an excellent source for vitamins A and K! Preparation Time: 15 minutes ½ lb collard greens, rinsed, stems removed and coa…
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