Fruit

What fruits are in season in summer? And how can they benefit your health? Learn about summer fruits that are naturally delicious and bursting with incredible benefits.

Do you like to snack? That handful of chips or “just one” cookie might seem harmless, but over time, your snack choices can add up in surprising ways. Discover how mindful and healthy snacking can transform your wellness, boost your energy, and satisfy your cravings without derailing your health goals.

Blueberries pack a powerful punch of nutrients and health benefits. Brimming with antioxidants and phytochemicals, blueberries can boost brain and heart health, combat cancer, manage diabetes, and even protect your skin. But they can also be expensive, especially fresh. Are they worth the cost? Are they okay to eat frozen? And should you worry about pesticides?

Blueberries are awesome! While Indigenous Americans have enjoyed wild blueberries for thousands of years, the plump cultivated blueberries we know and love have only been around for the last hundred years. To make the most of blueberries, it’s good to know how to pick, store, and clean them. Plus, you’ll discover delicious ways to use them as snacks and in recipes.

Apricots may not have the fame of peaches, plums, or cherries, but they pack a punch when it comes to health and flavor. Are these little fruits as beneficial as they are delicious? Can apricots enhance your health? Are there any downsides? Dive into the world of apricots with us, and discover why this underrated fruit deserves to be featured in your diet.

From sweet treats to savory dishes, apricots add flavor and health benefits to any dish. Dive into our apricot-inspired recipes and make the most of this versatile fruit year-round!

This “miracle” fruit is nutritious and may even help feed the world. But what is jackfruit? And what does it taste like? Learn everything you need to know about jackfruit, including its nutrition, health benefits and downsides, and sustainability.

Jackfruit is the world’s biggest fruit, from the world’s biggest fruit trees. In addition to being a sweet fresh fruit when ripe, it can also serve as a fantastic meat substitute when canned before ripening. Discover how to use this weird and wonderful tropical fruit to create traditional meaty dishes with a whole, plant-based alternative.

Strawberries are among the world’s favorite berries — and for good reason. Their taste can be divine, and they’re loaded with beneficial nutrients. But they also come with a few downsides, including health and environmental concerns. So is it a good idea to include strawberries in your diet? And if you do, what are the best ways to minimize the risks and potential harms while still taking advantage of their robust nutrition and health benefits?

Navigating the array of natural sweeteners and sugar alternatives can be daunting. This guide will assist you in selecting the best options by understanding the different types of sugar alternatives (and their pros and cons), if they’re really any better for you than table sugar, and what are the healthiest ways to add sweetness to your life.

Ready to explore the amazing world of figs? Would you be surprised to discover that they aren’t actually fruits? Or that their pollination can involve a multigenerational family drama? From their unusual biology to their nutritional value and health-giving properties, get ready to dive into the hidden secrets of figs.

Grapes are the world’s biggest and most valuable fruit crop — and are among the sweetest natural foods we can eat. But given their high sugar content, can grapes truly be part of a healthy diet? And what about wine, grape juice, and jelly?