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250,000 packs of frozen berries and smoothies recalled due to hepatitis A contamination
More than a quarter of a million packages of frozen berries and smoothies are under recall by the Oregon Potato Company because of hepatitis A contamination. About half of the products were distributed to Walmart stores under the chain’s Great Value brand label. All of the products have best-by dates in…
New study suggests that ‘one avocado a day may keep diabetes at bay’
In a recent study, published in The Journal of Nutrition, researchers looked at the associations between avocado consumption and diabetes risk. In a recent study, researchers…
University of Cincinnati study:
Strawberry consumption may reduce dementia risk for middle-aged people
New research from the University of Cincinnati found that daily strawberry consumption could help reduce the risk of dementia for certain middle-aged populations. In 2022,…
Blackcurrant and citrus extracts might help prevent type 2 diabetes
A team of European researchers has looked into the role of blackcurrant extracts in reducing blood sugar or glycemic levels after meals and investigated whether fruit fiber…
Could pumpkins be the superfood of the future?
Pumpkins are a well-known autumn staple. However, some claim that this vegetable could be the superfood of the future. In the West, pumpkins may be the main ingredient in a…
Survey shows that Japanese do not eat enough fruit or vegetables
Japan’s Health Ministry’s latest annual National Health and Nutrition Survey showed that 38 percent of those aged 20 and older did not consume a single bit of fruit on the day…
Study suggests that strawberries might mitigate risk of Alzheimer's
In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers investigated whether strawberry supplementation mitigates the risk for late-life dementia in middle-aged…
Produce prescriptions may promote better heart health in the US
Only about 10% of American adults eats the recommended daily amount of fruit or vegetables. Dietary shortfalls are even more pronounced among people in lower income groups.…
Banana juice might offer several medical advantages for men's wellbeing
Some sources claim that banana juice might offer a few medical advantages for men's wellbeing. Bananas have a moderate amount of calories -- a little more than 100 calories in…
Ancient Peruvian crops studied as they might aid in tackling type 2 diabetes
Researchers at the University of Aberdeen’s Rowett institute are examining the health benefits of non-conventional crops and to develop ways of incorporating them into…
Could eating bananas be a good way to lose weight?
Consuming bananas is good for weight loss. In fact, some claim that the banana is one of the most economically viable superfoods which is available in the market. It is easily…
Pink banana stickers to help raise the profile of breast cancer
For the seventh year in a row, Chiquita is giving its Blue Sticker a makeover in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The new Pink Sticker, made to match the Pink…
Grape consumption benefits eye health in human study of older adults
In a recent randomized, controlled human study, consuming grapes for 16 weeks improved key markers of eye health in older adults. The study, published in the scientific…
The fruit will soon be grown in India
Cranberries are beneficial for the heart and will help cure UTIs
Efforts are on to grow cranberries in India. This fruit is very beneficial for the heart and plays a role in maintaining the glow of the skin. According to Dr. Naved Sabri,…
Walnuts have many healthy advantages
The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans highlighted that nuts like walnuts should be included in the diets of adults and kids alike due to their stellar nutrient…
Avocados feature pink labels for breast cancer awareness month
Calavo Growers is proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October by featuring pink PLU labels on avocados found on produce shelves nationwide. The pink labels will be applied to all sizes of Calavo avocados, totalling over 50 million to be used during the program. In 2023, nearly 300,000 women…
UF/IFAS researchers make muscadine grapes more palatable by freeze-drying them
Florida’s native grape, the muscadine, is known to be Juicy and sweet. However, due to its leathery, thick skin and bitter seeds, the grape is typically reserved for specialty…
Mushroom-derived product might aid in preventing lung cancer
Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer mortality worldwide, and most lung cancer deaths are caused by tobacco smoking and second-hand smoking. NNK and B[a]P are…
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Research uncovers mechanism underpinning ginger’s effect on immune function
New research has found that whole-ginger extracts can make neutrophils – a type of white blood cell – more resistant to neutrophil extracellular trap (NET) formation. NET…
Mediterranean diet with walnuts during pregnancy might improve fetal neurodevelopment
According to a recently published study implies that the women in the study who followed the Mediterranean diet, which included extra virgin olive oil and walnuts, during…
Fresh food program launched in Indiana will be expanded nationwide
After garnering a lot of success in Indianapolis, a fresh food program is expanding its produce credit model. Instacart and Partnership for a Healthier America created the…
Impact of produce prescriptions on diet
Produce prescriptions may improve cardiometabolic health by increasing fruit and vegetable (F&V) consumption and food insecurity. Impacts on clinical outcomes and health…
Human Rights Watch advises Kenyan government to ban use of hazardous pesticides
Pesticides, banned for use in the European Union due to their risks to health and the environment, continue to be sold by European and other international companies in Kenya,…
Texas A&M University research suggests that watermelons may have the same properties as Viagra
Thanks to their vibrant colors and sweet flavor, watermelons are a symbol of the summer season. However, according to a study released by scientists at Texas A&M University,…
