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06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Guava – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Guavas are light green or yellow oval fruits that are native to Central America. The tropical fruit is characterized by its sweet and musky scent, sweet-tart flavor, and its creamy texture. The flesh of the guava fruit varies in color, which include white, pink, yellow and red. List of known nutrients Guavas are considered a superfood […]
06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Grapes – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Grapes are one of the most popular table fruit around the world. The small, round fruit belongs to the berry family – which include blueberries and strawberries — and is noted for its sweet yet tart flavor. Experts recommend eating grapes and other berries three to four times a week to fortify the body’s overall health. List […]
06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Plums – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Plums are known for their sweet flavor and fragrant aroma. The fruits belong to the Prunus plant family, which includes peaches, nectarine, damson, and almonds. Plums are considered drupes, or fruits containing hard stones that protect the seeds. According to WHFoods.com, plum season comes in May and extends up to October. On the other hand, the equally sweet […]
06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Nectarine – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Nectarines are fragrant and juicy fruits that are classified as drupes, which include peaches, plums, almonds and damson. The fruit is believed to be native to China, and quickly spread across Central Asia and Persia to Europe through the ancient silk road. Nectarines are slightly larger than plums, and reach a size akin to mature peaches. […]
06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Nuts – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Nuts have long been touted for their flavor and high nutritional value. Aside from being heart-healthy treats, nuts are known to be generally good additions to any diet plan to promote the body’s overall health. “Their mix of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber will help you feel full and suppress your appetite,” Judy Caplan, registered dietitian […]
06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Grapefruit – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Grapefruits have been cultivated since the 18th century as a result of crossbreeding between an orange and a pomelo. The citrus fruits grow in clusters like grapes, hence their name. Grapefruits vary in color and taste. The fruit’s color may range from white or yellow to pink and red, while the taste may vary from being […]
06/21/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Acorns – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Like any other tree nuts, acorns have been widely regarded as an excellent food source due in part to its high nutritional value. List of known nutrients An article on FatSecret.com has listed the known nutrients found in the acorn. Calcium Carbohydrate Fiber Niacin Phosphorous Potassium Protein Riboflavin Thiamine Unsaturated fat Vitamin B12 Medicinal uses for […]
06/12/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Grape Seed – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Grape seeds have long been prized by European and Middle Eastern folk healers due to their potent medicinal properties. Grape seeds are now primarily used as a dietary supplement that come in various forms, such as liquid form, capsules, or tablets. List of known nutrients Grape seeds are known to contain high levels of antioxidants and important nutrients that […]
05/13/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Robot fruit pickers to put migrant agricultural laborers out of work
Some of the biggest fruit orchards in the U.S. may soon use robots in harvesting fruits, as two robotics firms are currently developing machines that could accelerate fruit picking. Mechanical harvesting has become a staple practice in many farms for crops such as wheat, corn, green beans, tomatoes and others. However, the harvesting of fragile, easily-perishable crops […]
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