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The 411 on Kiwis

When you think of vitamin C and boosting your immune system, you probably think of oranges, but did you know kiwi fruits have almost three times the amount of vitamin C that one orange does? Not only are they high in vitamin C but they are also packed with so many other nutrients. Kiwis originate …

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Are You Eating Enough Probiotics?

It’s that time of year that everyone is getting sniffly. Are you doing everything you can to stay healthy? If you’re not getting enough probiotics in your diet, you may not be. If you’re unfamiliar with probiotics, I bet you’ve still seen the word in an advertisement and have wondered what it is. Probiotics are …

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Tips and Tricks to Prep for Fall

September 23 is the first day of fall (also known as the autumn equinox)! If you’re anything like us, you cannot wait for some cool weather, gorgeous scenery, and, of course, new fruit varieties! Just as spring cleaning comes so unexpectedly, fall also brings a number of tasks that must be accomplished before we can …

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Peachy Keen Peaches!

Get excited because August is National Peach Month! ThirdLeaf NW knows a thing or two about the best peaches, so we’re going to show you some tips and tricks for picking the best peaches. With over 300 different peach varieties in the U.S. and over 2,000 worldwide, there are so many to choose from! Certain …

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Natural Sugars, Sugar!

Ever wonder about the natural sugars in fruit? Most fruits contain natural sugars which is what gives you an energy boost after eating an apple or snacking on some orange slices. You may have been told to avoid eating too much sugar at one point or another, so does fruit count? Your body actually metabolizes …

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A Berry Exciting Month!

Looking for a reason to celebrate? Look no further because July is National Blueberry Month! Blueberries took the world by storm when the first commercial blueberry crop emerged in 1916. However, they had been growing in the wild for centuries prior. Since then, they have become more than just a beloved fruit but a cultural …

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