August 30, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010 at 9:57 AM filed under Diet & Nutrition postings
I am fortunate enough to live near local farms where I can purchase fruit and vegetables fresh from the fields. Every summer I visit my local bluberry farm and pick my own fresh berries. We can eat our fill while picking and take home a bucket full. Our local peach farm grows wonderful Freestone Peaches. The season is so short I purchase as much as I need for the year. As soon as I get home, I will freeze what I can't eat within a few days. The peaches need to...
July 22, 2010
Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 1:37 PM filed under Diet & Nutrition postings
A healthful diet plan requires the consumption of a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Improper handling and storage can cause your produce to spoil much more quickly. Although some loss is inevitable, you can reduce the amount you lose by using proper storage practices.
- When purchasing fresh produce, place in an area of your basket that will protect it from other food items that could crush and damage it.
- Check the dates carefully whenev
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