I’ve received many letters from customers asking about how we handle fruit between the time it’s picked and the time it leaves on trucks for nationwide distribution. When the fruit comes in from the groves in field boxes, some of it may have a slightly sooty appearance for look dirty.…
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Who doesn’t love the juicy, sweet/tart deliciousness of a fresh-from-the-grove grapefruit? And to make them even more enticing, these tempting fruits come with flesh in colors to please the eye as well as the taste buds. But are they all the same? Is there any difference between a white, pink…
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Summer will be here before you know it, and Indian River citrus fruit can help you get in the best possible shape for summer. Indian River grapefruit and oranges are the perfect way to satisfy your cravings for sweet treats without ruining your sensible diet. With most pieces of fruit…
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Continue ReadingMost people want to healthier but think that changing their eating habits would require a dramatic switch in the foods that they eat, or a huge commitment to a new lifestyle. But eating healthier is a lot easier than it seems. You make choices about the foods that you eat…
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Even though eating is something all of us do every day, people are more confused than ever about their diets. According to a recent survey commissioned by the International Food Information Council Foundation, those polled said it was easier to figure out their taxes than it was to determine what…
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You love sweets, there’s no getting around it. But maybe you’re on a diet. Or maybe you just prefer to eat sensibly and well. So, what food comes direct from Mother Nature fat-free, sodium-free and cholesterol-free? The answer: tangerines! Not only do tangerines provide a sweet alternative to cakes, cookies…
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When you shop for a holiday gift, what’s the first thing on your list of priorities? Is it style? Maybe it’s the message that the gift communicates. Or is it price? (In today’s troubled times, that’s nothing to be ashamed of.) Most people consider a prudent mix of these qualities…
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You may have heard a thing or two about the health benefits of Florida oranges. They contain a ton of Vitamin C, which helps boost your immune system and recovery time. Florida oranges are also an antioxidant that can help eliminate free radicals from your body and even help with…
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If you are like most people your party decorations consist of placing vases of flowers on each table. There is certainly nothing wrong with this age old tradition, but if you are in the mood to try something new, ordering fruit baskets online is the perfect choice. Not only is…
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1. The peel of an orange has the most Vitamin C. Even if you don’t enjoy eating the peel, a medium orange has about 66 mg. of Vitamin C, which is 100% of the recommended daily allowance. 2. To keep that Vitamin C while cooking with citrus, take care not…