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

FAQ#20: Ask The Expert

How can we teach kids how important fruits and veggies are? Getting kids to eat fruits and vegetables can sometimes be a challenge. T…
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FAQ#19: Ask The Expert

Is it a good idea to "sneak" pureed veggies into kids meals – is it as nutritious? “Sneaking" vegetables a…
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FAQ#18: Ask The Expert

What fruits and veggies are good for diabetic to eat? All fruits and vegetables can fit into a meal plan for diabetes. Starchy vegetab…
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FAQ#17: Ask The Expert

My husband is a diabetic and loves eating fruit. Is this o.k.? All fruits can be worked into a meal plan for diabetes, but since they…
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FAQ#16: Ask The Expert

I am trying to lose weight by taking in fewer calories than I need, but the scale is not moving. What should I do? It can be very frus…
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FAQ#15: Ask The Expert

How can you tell if a fruit or vegetable is ripe or good for buying? It will vary depending on what you are buying. Visit our Fruit &a…
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FAQ#13: Ask The Expert

How do I store loose-leaf salad mixes so that they stay fresh without getting all slimy in the plastic bag? Wash the greens well under…
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FAQ#11: Ask The Expert

Does the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables depend on how ripe they are? The nutritional value of produce depends on many diff…
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FAQ#10: Ask The Expert

How long do the nutrients stay "good" in fruit and vegetables? Nutrients do start to degrade after harvest, but this can be…
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FAQ#9: Ask The Expert

Which fruits and vegetables are "in season" during summer? The summer months always bring a bounty of juicy and delicious p…
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FAQ#7: Ask The Expert

What do antioxidants do for us? Antioxidants reduce the harmful effects of oxidation in some chemical reactions in the body. Oxidation…
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FAQ#6: Ask The Expert

Which fruits and vegetables are phytonutrient-rich? All fruits and vegetables contain phytonutrients. Some, such as berries and plums…
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