Monthly Archives: February 2014

Top 10 heart healthy foods

February 28, 2014

Heart healthy month is coming to a close and we wanted to leave you with happy heart! There are many foods that promote heart health but we have found the top ten thanks to Reboot with Joe. 1.) Blueberries Blueberries provide powerful anti-oxidants called polyphenols that help protect the blood vessels

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State berry promotions to focus on social media – TheGrower

State berry promotions to focus on social mediaTheGrowerAfter investing in larger promotional programs last season, which included TV advertisements, Florida and Georgia blueberry grower associations plan to limit promotional expenditures and focus on …

Blackberry Chia Seed Jam

Blackberry Chia Seed Jam-this simple jam recipe only takes 20 minutes to make! No canning involved! Cha-cha-cha-CHIA! No, we are not talking about chia pets today, although that could be fun. Did you ever have a chia pet or chia head? I wanted to call in to the infomercial and order one when I was […]

Berries are brimful with blue nutrition – The Oxford Times

February 27, 2014

The Oxford TimesBerries are brimful with blue nutritionThe Oxford TimesI am a restless gardener for every time I leave home the sun shines and the temperature soars above 10C. Cheered by the spring-like warmth I promise myself a full day in the garden …

Strawberries low in cholesterol – Astro Awani

Astro AwaniStrawberries low in cholesterolAstro AwaniA 2013 study on the benefits of strawberries and blueberries by the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University and University of Maryland Baltimore County found the berries improves…

10 divine ways to celebrate national strawberry day!

February 26, 2014

    Strawberries are delicious, beautiful and good for you! They are filled with essential vitamins and minerals to help keep you and your family healthy. These delectable bites are perfect for any meal and even make for a fabulous party theme for any occasion. To celebrate national strawberry day,

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10 Strategies for Fat Loss and Healthy Eating on a Budget

The last question completely threw me off guard. A frustrated middle-aged woman, sitting in a back row, stood up just as the moderator told my audience, “One more question.”

Her initial sigh signaled hesitancy. “I work two jobs and raise three kids pr…

Berries, the consumer purchase of the future – FreshPlaza

February 24, 2014

FreshPlazaBerries, the consumer purchase of the futureFreshPlazaWith berries in third place of the retail sales Fresh Produce top ten of Norway, Coop Norway's 900 stores are confident for the future. Atle Olsen (42), the Category Manager for Fruit …

Wake and Bake: Raspberry Jam Crostata

From Sweets

[Photographs: Carrie Vasios Mullins]

You guys are probably sick of me talking about how much I love jam. That’s why I’ve waited so long to share this recipe with you. It’s one of my favorites, and I know that if you eat…