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Tag: Vitamin C
11 Health Benefits of This Fruit of the Month
If you’ve ever visited Mexico, Central America or the Caribbean, you may have been introduced to a delicious little fruit called the guava. Native to these tropical regions, the guava is a very popular fruit that’s been associated with a number of valuable health benefits. Guavas are known for their sweet, tangy flavor and variety… Read more
Here’s Why You Should Eat the Skin of This Fuzzy Fruit
It’s great to know that kiwi is being highlighted as a fruit of the month! Kiwi is a nutritious and delicious fruit that’s rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. Including kiwi in your diet can be a tasty way to boost your immune system, support digestive health, and enjoy a sweet and tangy… Read more
Eat This All-Season Staple Ripe or Unripe
This versatile fruit is considered the cousin to the banana. And, you probably guessed correctly…it’s the plantain! Plantains (Musa x paradisiaca) are a member of the banana family. They are also referred to as cooking bananas. Unlike bananas, people usually cook plantains before eating them. Cooking methods include frying, baking, and boiling. Plantains are a major food staple in West… Read more
Eat This February Food for Glowing Skin
Vitamin C is one of the most important nutrients for a luminescent face. This is because this vitamin is a potent antioxidant, which helps to fight free radicals and prevent the signs of aging. It also supports the immune system to fight off unwanted pathogens, replaces damaged tissue to tackle blemishes, is essential for the… Read more
6 Health Benefits of Limes
The lime is a small, green citrus fruit that grows on trees in warm climates. Limes can be sweet or sour, depending on the variety. Most of the limes you’ll find in American grocery stores are a variety known as Persian limes, most of which are imported from Mexico. While sweet limes aren’t commonly available… Read more
Eat to Beat the Cold and Flu Season
With a cough and a sniffle, cold and flu season is not right around the corner…it’s here! Do you know of anyone who has already been out sick? Chances are you do – perhaps someone in your office or one of your friends. Orange juice and chemical cough syrup are not the go-to remedy. Think… Read more