Fruits & Veggies
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The sugar content of fresh fruit varies by the type of fruit, with the average being 8 grams of natural sugar. Berries tend to have lower amounts of sugar, while most melons are at the high end.
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Q: How long does it take grapes to grow?
A: According to The Ohio State University Horticulture and Crop Science extension, it takes grapes three years from their first planting to mature enough to bear fruit. Once established, grapes will continue to be productive for 40 years or more. -
Q: Do oranges have potassium?
A: Oranges contain a moderate to high amount of potassium. There is approximately 237 milligrams of potassium in a one-half cup serving of oranges and 240 mg of potassium in a small orange. -
Q: What happens if you eat too many blueberries?
A: Researchers at Kansas State University have found that eating too many antioxidant-rich foods, such as blueberries, causes stress on the body. Antioxidants are usually beneficial because they stabilize free radicals, which help cells age. -
Q: What does okra taste like?
A: Okra has a mild flavor that is similar to that of an eggplant, though the texture is different than that of eggplant. Okra can be served raw, pickled or fried. It is also marinated in salads or cooked on its own. -
Q: What fruits are high in fiber?
A: The fruit with the highest fiber are raspberries, which have 8 grams of fiber per 1-cup serving, according to Mayo Clinic. Pears and apples both rank high as well, at 5.5 and 4.4 grams of fiber, respectively, although they must be eaten with the skin on to enable such a high fiber content. Bananas, oranges and strawberries all have around 3 grams of fiber per serving. -
Q: What are blueberries good for?
A: Health benefits of blueberries include neutralizing free radicals, reducing body fat, limiting risk factors for cardiovascular disease, promoting urinary tract health, preserving eyesight, improving brain health, dissolving cholesterol, fighting cancer and reversing depression. Blueberries are high in fiber, vitamin C, antioxidants and flavonoids, and 1 cup is less than 100 calories. Blueberries are used in smoothies, salads, shakes and yogurt. -
Q: What is the healthiest fruit in the world?
A: It is believed that the healthiest fruit today is the aronia berry. The berries contain a extremely high concentration of antioxidants and vitamins that are useful in detoxifying the body. -
Q: When are papayas in season?
A: Papaya seeds can be planted at any time of year, but local conditions determine when it is best to harvest. Once planted, papaya seeds take six to nine months to mature in the hotter regions and nine to eleven months to mature in cooler climates, according to Purdue University. -
Q: How much does a lemon weigh?
A: An average lemon weighs approximately 3 to 4 ounces, depending on the size. The rind, or peel, usually measures one-quarter to three-eighths of an inch thick. Most lemon varieties range in size from 2 to 5 inches in length. -
Q: How much does a pineapple weigh?
A: Depending on the shape, size and variety of the fruit, pineapples can weigh between 1 to 10 pounds. The shape between two pineapples can vary because they develop as fruit fuses together. Pineapples also vary in color; their waxy outside coating can be dark green, orange-yellow, red or yellow. -
Q: What are the differences between lemons and limes?
A: Lemons are a tart fruit that are yellow and have a rough outer skin while limes are smaller, come in a sweet or sour variety, and have a smooth green peel. Both fruits are available throughout the year, but the sweet lime is not readily available in the United States. -
Q: What are some nutrition facts for corn?
A: According to Self Nutrition Data, 1 cup or 166 grams of yellow corn contains 606 calories, 8 grams of fat, 1 gram of saturated fat, 16 grams of protein, 12 grams of dietary fiber and 58 grams of sodium. The total amount of carbohydrates per serving of yellow corn is 123 grams. -
Q: How long do apples last in the refrigerator?
A: Apples can last up to two months in the refrigerator. The date an apple was picked and the variety of the apple impacts its shelf life. Firmer varieties, such as Granny Smith apples, last longer than softer varieties. -
Q: When are oranges ripe?
A: Oranges are ripe when the fruit feels firm and heavy for its size. Skin color is not a sign of ripeness in oranges. Oranges grown in the summer or in very warm climates still have green patches when they are ripe. -
Q: How many different types of vegetables are there?
A: There are different categories of vegetables, such as bud, bulb, flowers, leafy, root, stem, tuber, vegetable fruit and vegetable seed. Vegetables are a recommended part of a person's daily dietary intake, and the amount depends on a person's gender, age and level of physical activity. For example, a 25-year-old man who is physically active for 30 to 60 minutes per day should have at least 3.5 cups of vegetables. -
Q: Are strawberries the only fruit with seeds on the outside?
A: While it's true that strawberries are covered in tiny yellow seeds, the red edible part of the strawberry is not actually a fruit. The dried seeds on the outside of the strawberry are the actual fruit. -
Q: What is a goji berry?
A: The goji berry is a fruit native to Asia also known as wolfberry. It belongs to the family Solanaceae, which also includes tomato, potato, chili pepper, tobacco, deadly nightshade and eggplant. -
Q: How do farmers harvest cranberries?
A: Cranberry farmers harvest their crops using either wet or dry methods. Cranberries sold whole are harvested using the dry method, while cranberries sold for manufacturing are harvested using the wet method. -
Q: What are some bitter fruits?
A: Some bitter fruits include grapefruits, bitter melons, olives, crabapples and bitter oranges. Some lesser-known bitter fruits include sandcherries, buffaloberries and the berries of the mountain ash tree. These berries, however, have a toxic effect when eaten in large quantities and should be consumed with caution. -
Q: What is cassis fruit?
A: Cassis fruit is the French name given to the black currant berry. It is a member of the genus ribes and its taxonomic classification is ribes nigrum. There are approximately 150 shrub species in the genus ribes that consists of the two groups currants and gooseberries. -
Q: What fruit is most eaten in the world?
A: As of 2012, the mango rules as the most commonly eaten fruit around the world. While Americans are most familiar with apples, oranges and bananas, throughout the world, over 2,000 different types of mangoes are consumed in countless different ways, including in juices, chutneys, pies, ice cream and dried cereals.
