Why dried food? Is that a question you find yourself asking? Everyone knows the fresher the food the better. Right? True- the closer it is to its optimal fresh state the better. However that means within hours of harvest which is almost [Read More]
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Antioxidant Levels in Berries
Data compiled by the University of Alaska Fairbanks shows the great nutritional values our wild and specialty berries provide for your health. Research has proven antioxidants to be very important to our health. Thousands of natural chemicals make up [Read More]
Black Currants May Help Fight Glaucoma
The research into the effect of black currants on glaucoma patients is incredibly important because the loss of vision cannot be restored, but successful treatment can prevent it from continuing and worsening. Japanese research shows that glaucoma [Read More]
Antioxidants in Berries May Help Reduce Cancer
Antioxidants in berries may help reduce cancer. Scientists know certain foods contain compounds that help protect against some types of cancers. How these phytochemicals, or naturally occurring plant compounds, produce anti-carcinogenic effects is [Read More]
Why Eat Organic & Wild Berries?
Strawberries are one the most popular fruits eaten in the United States. It is also one of the top three foods on the “Dirty Dozen” list. The “Dirty Dozen” are foods consistently found with the most pesticide chemical residue. Strawberries are easily [Read More]
Organic vs. Conventional
Organic vs. Conventional? A healthy lifestyle includes eating right and making healthy choices. An extensive debate that has long been brewing includes the idea of eating foods that are conventionally grown or organically grown. Recently, a team at [Read More]
Berries: An Underrated Source of Fiber
By Kelly Ann Atterberry, BS “Berries are an underrated source of fiber”, said Alethea Flemming, ND of Vital Aging Clinic in Anacortes, Washington, as we walked through the Anacortes’ Farmer’s Market this past summer. Dr. Flemming was teaching a class [Read More]
Are Frozen Berries Healthier Then Fresh?
In addition to being a delicious part of any diet, berries have long been considered super foods that are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and powerful antioxidants. Berries are often available both frozen and fresh, but few consumers [Read More]