Most people think of the navel orange as a fruit that is native to Florida, and while it is common knowledge that most oranges comes from Florida, at least for the east coast, there are other places that grow them as well. Texas has a substantial market for the navel…
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Continue ReadingImage via Wikipedia Navel oranges are the most well known oranges in the US. Most of the time the oranges that you give your family, or ate as a child, are navel oranges. They are easily accessible, are grown throughout the fall and winter, and have a very distinct shape…
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Continue ReadingWhen you know all the benefits you can derive from grapefruit oil you will be more receptive to choosing products that include this particular essential oil. If you want to do the most for your body, you need to learn to be a label reader. Developing the habit of choosing…
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Continue ReadingImage via Wikipedia Though they have been around for thousands of years, the orange was considered a delicacy before the 20th century. It was not until fresh fruit could be reliably transported that the orange became one of the world's most popular fruits, along with the grapefruit. According to the…
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Image via Wikipedia The orange is one of the world’s oldest and most popular fruits. Like most fruits from the citrus family, the orange was first cultivated in Southeast Asia. The date of origin has been disputed for generations. But many botanists believe that the orange is thousands of years…
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Image by Arnob1_1998 via Flickr The orange is one of the world’s oldest and most popular fruits. Like most fruits from the citrus family, the orange was first cultivated in Southeast Asia. The date of origin has been disputed for generations. But many botanists believe that the orange is thousands of years old. When…
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Continue ReadingGrapefruit cake is a wonderful treat and is perfect for birthday parties, holiday parties, weddings and other occasions. But many people don't even try to make their own cake at home because they think it's too hard. It's not. Baking your own grapefruit cake is as easy as mixing up…
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Continue ReadingAmericans are not getting enough fiber in their diets, according to a recent report. The average person needs at least 20 gram of fiber to aid digestion. Because most fiber is insoluble, it absorbs water as it moves through the digestive tract and promotes regular bowel movements. In other words,…
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Continue ReadingIt is important to always have the most current nutritional facts about grapefruit. Research studies change frequently as new information is discovered, so you need to make sure you always know the most current nutritional facts about grapefruit. This is especially important for those who may be on medications or…
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Continue ReadingGrapefruit is a citrus fruit that has been used for many years to aid in weight loss. However, many people do not realize there are many health benefits they can derive from grapefruit peel as well. You can use grapefruit peel either fresh or dried for many different things that…