fruits
Fruits that are hard to grow in the USA: Gardening advice
American gardeners have plenty of opportunities to grow almost every plant they like - but only if they live in a region with suitable climate. While it's not hard to find seeds or seedlings of most plants in the USA, it's not always easy to provide perfect conditions for these plants to thrive.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening climate tips Garden 17 September 2023
A fruit that helps to fight obesity: A new study on an unusual Chinese fruit
Obesity is a big problem that can lead to health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure. Therefore, scientists are looking for things that might help people - and they have found an unusual Chinese fruit that might be very handy.
Kate Yakimchuk research obesity weight Cooking 16 September 2023
Fruits are good for you: A new study on positive effects of fruits on your body
We all know that fruits and veggies are healthy - it's a basic information that even children know well. But this diest can be even more beneficial for your health than you think - and a new study shows it well.
Kate Yakimchuk research health Cooking 15 September 2023
Nutritionist's Explanation: What are the Benefits of Vegetables and Fruits
Only 10% of adults in the United States eat two to three cups of vegetables daily. Only 12.3% eat the recommended one and a half to two cups of fruit.
Diana Dashkevich nutrition vegetables health Cooking 14 September 2023
Apples: What are Their Benefits
Apples (Malus domestica) are the most consumed fruit in the United States. They come in a variety of colors and flavors and are usually eaten raw as a snack or cooked into baked goods. Apples are also used to make ciders, juices, jams and wine.
Diana Dashkevich apples health Cooking 12 September 2023
Pretty fruit plants: Make your garden beautiful
Gardens can be both useful and beautiful - you just need to choose the right plants for that! Lots of fruit bushes and trees look amazingly beautiful when they blossom, so you can use them as garden decorations.
Kate Yakimchuk blossom plants gardening Garden 11 September 2023
Figs: Health Benefits
The fruits are famous for their delicate fruity taste, moderate sweetness, and pleasant aroma. Figs have a juicy and soft core with crispy seeds. Dried figs have a concentrated sweetness and chewy texture; the seeds are almost invisible.
Diana Dashkevich figs health food Cooking 10 September 2023
Nutritionist advice: Get more antioxidants from food
Have you already heard of antioxidants that help you stay healthier and younger? Antioxidants are substances that help protect your body from damage caused by harmful molecules called "free radicals."
Kate Yakimchuk antioxidants health nutrition Cooking 7 September 2023
Lime: Health Benefits
Lime is juicy, refreshing, with a pronounced "sourness" It can be eaten just like that, cut into thin slices.
Diana Dashkevich health food facts Cooking 6 September 2023
Why orange and lemon zest is so healthy: Learn more about nutrients and antioxidants
You've probably seen lots of recipes that suggest using orange or lemon zest, but why? This colorful fruit peel actually contains plenty of useful and healthy elements, and it can also make your dishes more delicious.
Kate Yakimchuk zest spices tips health Cooking 6 September 2023
Lemon: Health Benefits
Of the trace elements of lemon, boron, iron, copper, molybdenum, zinc, fluorine, and manganese are most valuable.
Diana Dashkevich lemons health Cooking 3 September 2023
Gardening Secrets: How to Grow Papaya
Seeds germinate excellently even without soaking in damp gauze and germinate within 7-10 days after sowing.
Diana Dashkevich gardening plants tips Garden 3 September 2023
Prickly Pear: Health Benefits
Opuntia (Opuntia spp.), also known as cactus pear or barbary fig, is a perennial plant native to Mexico that grows in many regions of the world, such as the Mediterranean region.
Diana Dashkevich food health Cooking 30 August 2023
Plant enough trees to provide enough apples your family: Finding the perfect number
Not everyone needs a huge garden - sometimes a few apple trees is enough to grow enough apples for your family. The number of apple trees you need to provide enough fruit for your family depends on several factors, including the size of your family, the apple tree variety, the yield of the trees, and your consumption patterns.
Kate Yakimchuk apples trees gardening Garden 30 August 2023
Apple varieties that are hard to find in the USA: Delicious, but rare
In the United States, there are numerous apple varieties available, but some are rarer and harder to find due to factors like regional availability, limited cultivation, and popularity. It doesn't mean that it's impossible, though - if you specifically want some of these apples, you just need to put more effort to find them.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening trees varieties apples Garden 30 August 2023
Why plums have worms inside: Pests that can damage your fruits
No one likes seeing pests inside their fruits - it's disgusting and unsafe to eat. Garden plums can sometimes develop worms inside them due to the presence of fruit-infesting insects, with the plum curculio being one of the most common culprits.
Kate Yakimchuk plums pests gardening Garden 29 August 2023
Mango: All About Tropical Fruit Benefits
The fruit is sweet, with a slight sourness, reminiscent of a mixture of peach and pineapple. The pulp is juicy, fibrous, fragrant. The fibrous structure, high content of vitamins and valuable trace elements make them very beneficial for health.
Diana Dashkevich mango healthy food Cooking 27 August 2023
Fruit juices aren't always healthy: Why you should just eat fruits instead
Fruit juices often seem natural and full of vitamins, but it's not always the case. While they can be relatively healthy when compared to other sugar drinks, it doesn't mean they are exactly good for you.
Kate Yakimchuk juice health vitamins Cooking 25 August 2023
Physalis: Health Benefits
Physalis is eaten raw, dried, various jams and desserts are prepared, added to drinks, salads, pies and puddings, sweets, and also used as a decorative element of the table.
Diana Dashkevich gardening plants tips Cooking 24 August 2023
You should grow currants in your garden: The multiple benefits of this plant
Black or red currants can be amazing for food, drinks, or baking - it's a very versatile fruit. Growing currants can be a rewarding and beneficial endeavor for a variety of reasons.
Kate Yakimchuk currants berries gardening Garden 23 August 2023