Fruits & Vegetables: Nutrition, Culinary Uses & Preservation

Variety comparisons and diverse culinary forms, such as juices or dried extracts, determine the nutritional value and physiological impact of plant-based diets on systemic health.

healthy homemade pumpkin spice latte

This DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte Will Save You Money and Calories

What's not to love about a pumpkin spice latte? If we're talking about the kind from Starbucks, what's not to love is the 50 grams of sugar and 380 calories that comes in a grande-sized PSL. Why not make your own healthy version using our simple homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe.

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How to Avoid Fall Weight Gain

With fall comes changing leaves, pumpkin spice everything and the start of the holiday season. And though it's easy to unknowingly pack on the pounds, it doesn't have to be that way.

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What Nutritional Value Do Cherries Have?

Whether baked in a pie or freshly picked off the tree, cherries are popular for their distinctive taste. But cherries are also loaded with antioxidants and polyphenols that help fight disease.

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Ripe avocado

Calories in a Half Avocado

Learn more about the calories in half an avocado - which depends greatly on the type of avocado and its size.

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Some red pomegranates on old wooden table

Can You Eat a Pomegranate Seed?

Considered “super foods” because of their healthy nutrient content, pomegranates are available mostly between the months of October and January. While cracking open a pomegranate to extract the seeds can be a time-consuming process, you can purchase and eat the seeds directly for a nutritious snack.

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Frutas del bosque

High Antioxidant Fruits & Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are high in antioxidants, which deliver numerous health benefits. For one, antioxidants protect cells against free radical damage.

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Frozen banana popsicles

How to Peel a Frozen Banana

If you don't get around to eating your bananas before they become overripe, saving them in the freezer for later use is a great option. Frozen banana peels turn dark brown or black while in the freezer, but the fruit inside retains its usual color. Learn the best way to peel a frozen banana.

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How to Make Bananas Last Longer

One common complaint among banana eaters is that they tend to go bad before they’re eaten, but by following a few steps, you can make your bananas last longer.

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white bowl full of frozen blue berries

Are Frozen Blueberries Healthy?

The convenience of frozen blueberries allows you to enjoy the antioxidant-rich fruit any time of year. Frozen berries are less likely to spoil and are often less expensive than fresh.

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Healthy Homemade Baked Orange Sweet Potato Fries with ketchup, salt, pepper on white wooden board

Sweet Potato Fries Nutrition

Learn about the nutritional information for sweet potato fries - which include more nutrients than regular french fries.

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