The Cantaloupe or Cucumis melo derives its name from the Italian papal village of Cantalup where it was first cultivated around 1700AD. The cantaloupe grows on a trailing vine and belongs to the same family as squash, cucumber, and pumpkin. … Continue reading
The Chayote squash or vegetable pear is related to the Zucchini, Cucumber, and common to Latin America. A pear-shaped green or white fruit can be eaten cooked or raw. It has approximately 39 calories per 200 grams and is nearly … Continue reading
The wonderfully delicious cherry is a nutritional powerhouse with so many exceptional health benefits. The cherry is a native of the Eastern European and Asia Minor regions and belongs to the Rosaceae family. There are many varieties of cherries but … Continue reading
A commonly overlooked fruit in the western world, the Coconut fruit has been a staple in the diet of many Asian and island countries for centuries. The Cocos nucifera or the coconut is a drupe fruit as it contains a … Continue reading
A native American and part of the blueberry family, cranberries are grown in bogs and float during harvesting. These tiny, red berries have been lauded for their health-promoting properties. They rank high on the list as being one of the … Continue reading