Alex Motta’s family has been farming in the bountiful soil of Koo Wee Rup in Gippsland since 1968. For years the Motta family grew all sorts of veggies: tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, potatoes, sweet corn and pumpkins. One day way...
A banana is a natural remedy for many ills. Compared to an apple, it has twice the carbohydrates, four times the protein, five times the Vitamin A and iron, three times the phosphorus, and twice the amount of other...
Many weight-conscious people hear that avocados are high in fat and avoid this fruit like the plague in order to prevent weight gain. However, the avocado is one of the healthiest foods in the world because of its high...
The pineapple is a mysterious fruit. Unlike most fruits, you can’t tell the ripeness of a pineapple from the colour or the feel of the skin. A green pineapple can be just as sweet as a yellow one. Pineapples...
Leafy greens are among the best sources of many vitamins and minerals. Cruciferous vegetables, which include kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cabbage, contain high levels of cancer-fighting phytonutrients. Kale, as a both a cruciferous vegetable and a leafy green,...
It’s not often we take the time to think about how far the fresh produce we eat has travelled to make it from the farm to our fork. For those living in rural areas, you may be lucky enough...
Ever wonder what health benefits cauliflower offers? Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is packed with nutrients. Read on to discover some amazing facts about this wonderful food. Cauliflower belongs to the Brassicaceae family, as does broccoli, cabbage and kale. ...
Experts are now recommending 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables a day. With today's eating habits, that seems like a lot and may be difficult for many people. However, consuming just 2 large blended smoothies a day...
When was the last time you had sweet potato? If you just keep sweet potatoes for the colder months, it might be time to start eating this delicious root vegetable more often. Whether you bake, roast or mash sweet...
Zucchini, or courgettes, are an excellent choice of plant for the food-loving gardener. They thrive in a wide variety of conditions, need little care or expertise, are happy in medium-to-large containers, and will produce bountiful fruits over a long harvesting...
We all know that eating fruit and vegetables is vital for a healthy body. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables in our diet, the more chance of getting all the nutrients and fibre we need. The World...
With the abundance of fresh produce available at independent fruit and vegetable retailers, it’s easier than before to create healthy snack options and get health-conscious. Here are 4 tips to help you incorporate fresh foods into your next meal. Jazz up...
