No matter what kind of party you may be having adding some naval orange slices, peel or juice will spruce it up and turn it into a healthy concoction. There are so many ways you can turn a naval orange into a party selection: drinks, fruit salads, appetizers and much…
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Continue ReadingImage via Wikipedia Though the orange is a popular hand fruit, about eighty percent of world production is used to make orange juice. The two major players in the orange juice market are the state of Florida and nation of Brazil. Between them they are responsible for about eighty-five percent…
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When a dietician or perhaps someone who loves natural or whole foods tries to tout grapefruit benefits, they often fall short in two categories–children and the elderly. It seems like most grapefruit benefits pamphlets or literature are geared towards adults, and often towards female adults. But grapefruit benefits can be…
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Continue ReadingImage by zaveqna via Flickr Each year, American fruit farms ship millions of tons of grapefruit across the country and around the world. With over half of the market, the United States is easily the world leader in grapefruit sales. Florida, Texas, California and Arizona are the only U.S. states…
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An image of Texas grapefruit probably makes one think of things like a cold glass of juice in the morning or a refreshing snack between meals. Rarely, if ever, does the image of Texas grapefruit make someone think of dessert or anything sweet in general. But people in Texas for…
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Tangerines are small, simple to pack and transport, and easy for anyone to peel and eat in no time. This makes them the perfect gift idea when you need a housewarming present for the in-laws or a little something to leave on your boss’s desk when its his or her…
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Continue ReadingTexas grapefruit is a very popular holiday gift because it's appropriate for everyone from kids to seniors. So if you want to get the best Texas grapefruit and Texas orange gifts this year make sure that you order early. There is a limited amount of premium fruit each season depending…
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Continue ReadingImage via Wikipedia Grapefruit is one of the healthiest things that you can eat. Low in calorie, high in fiber, and packed with vitamins and minerals that can keep your body strong and your mind energized grapefruit is sometimes called a super fruit. But despite knowing how healthy grapefruit is…
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The grapefruit came to Texas shortly after the state joined the union in 1845. Because of its equable climate and arable soil, the Lone Star State became a popular destination for farmers and migrant workers from Mexico. There was just one problem–Texas was short on agricultural products. They grew cotton…
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Continue ReadingEating Ruby Red grapefruit everyday is one of the healthiest things you can do. Grapefruit gives your body a lot of the vitamins and minerals that your body needs. It can also help fight off serious disease and help you lose or maintain your weight. But most people think that…