Navel oranges are not just delicious; they are nature’s power-packed gift to your health. Bursting with Vitamin C, fiber, and potassium, these juicy fruits are low in calories but high in benefits. Regular consumption of navel oranges may safeguard your heart, shield against diseases like cancer and diabetes, and contribute to improved memory, blood pressure, and overall well-being. Here are 10 Fun Facts about Navel Oranges: 1. A Fresh-Eating Favorite: Navel oranges are beloved for their crisp, fresh taste, making them one of the most popular choices for snacking. 2. A Name with History: The term “orange” for the fruit…
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Continue ReadingThe old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is attributed to Benjamin Franklin, but he could just as easily have made the same statement about pears. Both pears and apples are great additions to the diet of anyone interested in healthy living…both are high in fiber, low in calories, rich in antioxidants, are good sources of vitamin C, and free of saturated fat, sodium, and cholesterol. Both apples and pears are a great snack if you’re trying to watch your weight because they’re rich in soluble fiber, which slows the digestion process, so you feel full longer…
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Continue ReadingYou may have heard that it’s important to serve the right wine with the right foods. Did you know it’s also important to serve the right pear with the right wine and cheese? If you look forward to pear season but aren’t well up on the many varieties of pears, you may want to take a moment to check out the different types before loading up your charcuterie board. While it’s true that all pears, when allowed to ripen properly, attain a level of honey-sweet perfection, different varieties offer subtly different floral scents, complex flavors, and interesting textures that ensure…
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Continue ReadingAre you looking forward to fall as much as we are? With each new season comes new, in-season fruits, and we’re eager for the arrival of one of our favorites: the Pear. When it comes to fall fruits, apples may spring first to your mind (along with pumpkins and squash, which are, botanically speaking, fruits, not vegetables). But while you’re planning for apple crisps, pumpkin pies, and butternut squash soup, don’t forget about the many varieties of pear and all their benefits! Attractive and delicious, Pears are one of our most popular fall gifts, whether our customers plan to use…
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Continue ReadingPlum season is almost here, and that means it’s almost time to get your order of tangy-sweet, delectable Empress Plums from Pittman & Davis! You won’t want to delay, either, since our plums are only available during the month of September. “But wait a minute,” you might be wondering. “Haven’t I been seeing plums in the produce section of my grocery store all summer?” Well, yes, you probably have – like peaches and nectarines, plums are a summer stone fruit, and many varieties are available right now. But there are two very good reasons as to why our plums are…
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Continue ReadingThere’s nothing like a cold drink on a hot summer’s day. When the thermometer goes up, summer drinks can help regulate our body temperature, support our brain function and mood, keep our digestion running smoothly, and keep our joints lubricated while enjoying outdoor sports. But they need to be the right summer drinks – and soda doesn’t make the list. Apart from the caffeine present in many popular soda flavors (which acts as a diuretic, actually contributing to dehydration), the sugar and sodium don’t do your hydration levels any favors, either. Soda has no nutritional value whatsoever, and it could…
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Continue ReadingAre you “in the know” about the tropical fruit known as a mango? Traditionally, mangos aren’t so popular in North America – but it’s not because they don’t taste amazing (they do). There are actually a couple of reasons why the fruit has taken so long to catch on: first, ripe mangos have a short shelf life. Secondly (and this is the bigger reason), it can be very expensive to import mangos to the United States. This means that fresh mangos aren’t seen as often as other fruits in grocery stores, so many Americans simply don’t think of them. This…
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Continue ReadingThey say good things come in small packages, and that’s certainly true when it comes to Bing Cherries! Sweet, mountain Bing Cherries (like those you can find through Pittman & Davis) are small stone fruits (drupes) packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making this 1¼” diameter fruit a nutritional powerhouse! What Makes Cherries So Good for You? Many people look forward to cherry season each summer because they crave the sweetness of our dark-red Bing Cherries, but in addition to their amazing flavor cherries of all varieties are a nutrient-dense superfood that can benefit your quality of sleep, mood, exercise…
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Continue ReadingWith summertime come summer fruits: peaches and nectarines, watermelon, mangoes, pineapples, and berries of all kinds are all in season during the summer months. But there’s one more you shouldn’t forget – Bing Cherries! Fresh Cherries are a Summertime Treat Most of us become familiar with cherry flavors from childhood, but a surprising number of people have seldom if ever enjoyed the taste of fresh, in-season cherries. This is likely because cherry season is so short – by July, sweet mountain Bing cherries are hard to get, and by August they’re gone for another year. Sweet Cherries vs. Tart Cherries…
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Continue ReadingPeach aficionados agree: when it comes to sweet peach flavor, nothing beats the sweetness and superior flavor of fresh Georgia Peaches. Georgia peaches get their legendary flavor courtesy of the southern state’s hot, humid summer nights, which allow still-growing fresh peaches to produce sugar around the clock right up until they’re picked – something that doesn’t happen in other states. Once you’ve bitten into a juicy, melting Georgia Peach from Pittman & Davis, you’ll never be able to settle for a hard, dry, flavorless store-bought peach again! How to Enjoy Georgia Peaches Year-Round The best way to enjoy Georgia Peaches…