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APPLE ENVY J ANUARY GREEN APPLE They are a cross between two other beloved varieties – the Royal Gala and the Braeburn. The Braeburn and Green apples and regular apples contain a similar Royal Gala, Envy apples are mostly red in color with nutritional profile, although green apples take the few yellow patches or specks. The pale yellow flesh lead as the healthier option in some cases. Green takes up to 10 hours to oxidize (or begin to brown). This apples have less sugar and carbs, and more fiber, trait is highly desirable for those who love to eat protein, potassium, iron, and vitamin K, taking the apples freshly cut. The Envy has thicker, tougher skin lead as a healthier variety, although the differences than other apples. are ever so slight. The only major difference in APPLE EMBROSIA nutrition is that of vitamin A, which is almost twice more in green apples as compared to red apples. On Ambrosia is an attractive medium-sized apple, with a the flipside, red apples contain a significantly higher pink-tinged orange/red flush over a yellow background. As such it is very much in tune with the modern quantity of antioxidants than green apples. preference for \"bi-coloured\" apples. The flavor is pleasant and sweet, but one-dimensional in that there is FUJI APPLE no acidity to balance the sweetness - which is not necessarily a bad thing of course. The texture is Fuji is surely one of the most attractive modern apple essentially crisp, but not as crisp or hard as a Braeburn or Jazz - it is more the slightly softer crunch you might find varieties. Its main characteristic is the lovely pink in a Golden Delicious. speckled flush over a yellow-green background. It is also APPLE GALA crisp and juicy, with dull white flesh which snaps cleanly. Gala is a cross between Kidd's Orange Red and Golden Delicious - a highly promising start. Bearing in mind that The flavor is predominantly sweet, very refreshing Kidd's Orange Red is the offspring of Cox's Orange Pippin and (Red) Delicious, Gala is effectively a union of three (especially if slightly chilled), but perhaps not particularly of the world's most important and distinctive apple varieties. Perhaps the flavor does not quite live up to that outstanding. promise, but this is still a high quality apple with the potential to deliver really good flavor, particularly when home grown. Ap ple sources: https://www.orangepippin.com https://minnetonkaorchards.com

GREEN KIWI Kiwis are high in Vitamin C and dietary fiber and provide a variety of health benefits. This tart fruit can support heart health, digestive health, and immunity. The kiwi is a healthy choice of fruit and is rich with vitamins and antioxidants. Its tart flavor, pleasing texture, and low calorie count make it a delicious and healthy option for snacking, sides, or a unique dessert. GOLD KIWIFRUIT Gold kiwifruit (Actinidia chinensis) are an excellent source of vitamin C, dietary fibre, folate, and other minerals and antioxidants. They are one of the most nutrient-dense fruits in the world. The gold kiwifruit has bronze-toned, smooth, hairless skin. Its flavour is sweet and tropical, with notes of pineapple and mango. Gold kiwifruit are less acidic that the original green kiwifruit and have a slightly different nutritional composition. Provide about 63 micrograms of folate per serving, almost 30% more than the green variety K RED KIWI i w Red kiwi offers similar nutritional benefits as the common kiwi i only in higher amounts. They offer a significant amount of vitamin C as well as some potassium, folate, and dietary fiber. Additionally, they contain carotenoids and anthocyanins which act as antioxidants in the body. sources: https://livaux.com https://www.nzherald.co.nz/ https://specialtyproduce.com

LOCAL HASS How to tell the difference A healthy lifestyle that includes between Hass and Shepard nutritious food can help prevent and avocados reverse disease. Avocados are a The skin of a Shepard healthy food you can add. The vitamins, avocado always stays minerals, and healthy fats you get from green, even when ripe, while the skin on a Hass avocados help prevent disease and avocado turns from green to keep your body in good working order. purplish-black as it ripens. Shepard avocados have a sources: https://www.webmd.com/ firmer, yellower flesh which https://www.bhg.com.au/ makes them ideal for slicing. The firmer flesh of a Shepard doesn’t brown AVOCADO when cut, making them a delicious and attractive addition to salads, or sliced on toast. Shepard avocados have a slightly nuttier flavour than Hass avocados. Both varieties have the same nutritional benefits. As the skin doesn’t change colour, SHEPARD picking a ripe Shepard can be confusing, but there is a simple trick to choosing the perfect one every time. AVOCADOS Instead of looking at the skin colour, press gently near the top, and if it gives a little, it is ready to eat.

F EBRUARY GRAPEFRUIT MANDARIN Grapefruit is low in calories but very rich in nutrients. It is also an Mandarins are small, excellent source of vitamins A and easy-to-peel C. The sections below discuss the members of the Citrus specific health benefits of genus. They are a grapefruit in more detail. separate species from oranges. There are SUNKIST many kinds and hybrids of mandarins, including tangerines and clementines. Oranges are a good source of fiber and a rich source of vitamin C and folate, among many other beneficial nutrients. sources: LEMON https://www.medicalnewstoday.com /articles/280882 https://www.healthline.com Citrus Lemons are an excellent source of vitamin C and flavonoids, which are antioxidants. Antioxidants help remove free radicals that can damage cells from the body. These nutrients can help preventTrusted Source Trusted Source National Cancer Institute Governmental authority Go to source diseases and boost health and wellbeing. Here some of the possible benefits of consuming lemons.

Strawberries are bright red, KOREAN STRAWBERRY juicy, and sweet. They're an JAPANESE STRAWBERRY excellent source of vitamin C AUS & NZ STRAWBERRY THAI STRAWBERRY and manganese and also contain decent amounts of folate (vitamin B9) and potassium. Strawberries are very rich in antioxidants and plant compounds, which may have benefits for heart health and blood sugar control Strawberrysources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com /articles/280882 https://www.webmd.com

MARCH Melon Melons are low in APRIL sodium, and very low in Thanks to their high amount of vitamins, saturated fat and flavonoids, and potassium, apricots have cholesterol. They are a good source of dietary significant health benefits. Flavonoids work to protect and strengthen your fiber, vitamin K, potassium, and copper, blood vessels while reducing signs of and a very good source of inflammation. Potassium, an important mineral vitamin C and vitamin for nerve and muscle function, is also crucial for helping nutrients move around the body. Plus, it B6. supports healthy blood pressure and heart Apricot health. Consuming all types of fruits and vegetables can Mango reduce the risk of several health conditions, and Paer The vitamins, minerals, and pears are no exception. antioxidants in mangos can sources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com provide important health They provide a significant amount of fiber and benefits. For example, vitamin other essential nutrients and can help reduce the /articles/280882 https://www.webmd.com K helps your blood clot risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain gut effectively and helps prevent conditions. anemia. It also plays an In the sections below, we look at the specific important role in helping health benefits of pears. strengthen your bones. Mangos are also rich in vitamin MAY C, which is important for forming blood vessels and healthy collagen, as well as helping you heal.

UNE Peaches do not contain a significant JULY amount of any nutrient. However, a cup of diced peach provides 11.1 milligramsTrusted Source (mg) of vitamin C, as well as contributing to the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of potassium, fiber, and iron. Despite their relatively low nutrient profile, peaches can still benefit people’s health as part of a balanced diet that includes many fruits and vegetables. Peaches can add sweetness to desserts and treats, replacing more harmful added sugars. Peach Nectarine STONE FRUITS Nectarine be nefits stem from the fruit’s richness in vitamins and minerals. They also are due to Plums are also rich in vitamin C, which is an antioxidant the content of phytochemicals, natural compounds in plant foods that enhance health that also helpsTrusted Source and help prevent disease. The fruit is especially the body produce collagen. In addition, vitamin C increases plentifulTrusted Source in vitamin C, niacin, the body’s absorption of iron copper, potassium, and fiber. It also contains lutein, zeaxanthin, and other phytochemicals in the diet and helps the immune system work with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properly. properties. In addition, it is low in calories and Plums and prunes are good fat. sources of fiber. This nutrient can help promote a healthy Plum digestive system. sources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com

AUGUST B Cherry Cherries contain a number of E beneficial nutrients, such as R vitamin C and antioxidants. Some R evidence suggests that they may I also help lower inflammation, E protect heart health, and improve S sleep as part of a healthy diet. Gooseberry Gooseberries are low in calories and fat but rich in dietary fiber, copper, manganese, potassium, and vitamins C, B5, and B6. Blackberry Blackberries are a delicious addition to any diet. They are also packed with essential nutrients and antioxidants. Raspberry Red raspberry leaf, or Rubus Blueberry idaeus folium, refers to an herbal substance containing dried, chopped leaves that a person can prepare into tea. Some evidence suggests the leaves contain bioactive compounds that benefit health. However, further research is still necessary. Fresh blueberries are a popular summer treat. They have a sweet flavor, and they are succulent and nutritious. sources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com /articles/280882 https://www.webmd.com

SEPTEMBER 3 Kings of Grape A DIET THAT IS RICH IN FRUITS AND VEGETABLES HAS BEEN LINKED TO A REDUCED RISK OF VARIOUS CONDITIONS, INCLUDING HEART DISEASE, DIABETES, CANCER, AND OBESITY. LIKE OTHER FRUITS AND VEGETABLES, GRAPES ARE A GOOD SOURCE OF FIBER AND WATER. ANTIOXIDANTS AND OTHER NUTRIENTS IN GRAPES MAY MAKE THEM PARTICULARLY HEALTHFUL, ALTHOUGH MORE RESEARCH IS NEEDED TO CONFIRM SOME OF THEIR BENEFITS. HERE ARE SOME OF THE WAYS IN WHICH THE NUTRIENTS IN GRAPES MAY BOOST HEALTH. CTOBEROsources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com /articles/280882 https://www.webmd.com

N Siam Ruby OVEMBER Pomelo ONE POMELO FRUIT IS PACKED WITH SEVERAL DAYS’ WORTH OF THE RECOMMENDED DAILY INTAKE OF VITAMIN C, A POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT AND IMMUNE SYSTEM BOOSTER. IT’S ALSO RICH IN SEVERAL OTHER VITAMINS, MINERALS, AND NUTRIENTS, INCLUDING COPPER, FIBER, AND POTASSIUM. THOSE NUTRIENTS AND OTHERS PRESENT IN POMELO PROVIDE A NUMBER OF HEALTH BENEFITS. Po megranate POMEGRANATES CAN HAVE sources: UP TO THREE TIMES MORE https://www.medicalnewstoday.com ANTIOXIDANTS THAN GREEN /articles/280882 TEA OR RED WINE. https://www.webmd.com ANTIOXIDANTS PROTECT CELLS FROM DAMAGE, PREVENT DISEASES — SUCH AS CANCER — AND REDUCE INFLAMMATION AND THE DEFFECTS OF AGING. ECEMBER

RARE FRUITS Blood Orange White PERSIA Peach PERSIMMONS ARE THE NATIONAL FRUIT OF JAPAN. THEY ARE USUALLY IN SEASON BETWEEN SEPTEMBER AND DECEMBER, AND ARE A GOOD SOURCE OF POTASSIUM, PHOSPHOROUS, AND VITAMIN C. Persimmon

AUS THE PAPPLE IS A CROSS BETWEEN CHINESE AND JAPANESE PEAR THE PINK PINEAPPLE PLANT SPECIES. IT IS HIGHLY IS JUST AS SAFE AND NUTRITIOUS AS ITS ATTRACTIVE WITH A RED-ORANGE CONVENTIONAL BLUSH OVER A YELLOW COUNTERPART. THAT’S BECAUSE THE GENETIC BACKGROUND. IT HAS A MILD MODIFICATION ONLY SWEET TROPICAL FLAVOUR WITH CHANGED THREE GENES IN A CRISP AND JUICY TEXTURE. THE PINEAPPLES -- NONE OF PAPPLE IS UNLIKE THE TYPICAL WHICH AFFECT THE SAFETY OR NUTRITION OF THE FRUIT. EUROPEAN STYLE PEAR, IT'S READY TO EAT AND DOES NOT NEED TIME TO RIPEN AND SOFTEN. DRAGON FRUIT CONTAINS SEVERAL ANTIOXIDANTS THAT PROTECT YOUR CELLS FROM DAMAGE. THESE INCLUDE BETALAINS, HYDROXYCINNAMATES, AND FLAVONOIDS. ECUADOR COSTA RICA

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