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  Produce Tip of the Week : Avocados

  Posted on Monday, March 29, 2010

  Did you know that Avocados are actually a large berry!? They are grown throughout the world in semi-tropical regions and are valued as a food, medicine, and beauty aid. Nutritionally, Avocados are rich in Monounsaturated fats, a very healthy fat for the body. Avocados also have 60% more potassium than bananas. They are rich in B Vitamins, as well as Vitamin E and Vitamin K. Try making your own Guacamole, in slices on top of a salad, or in a smoothie.
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  Produce Tip of the Week: Asparagus

  Posted on Saturday, March 20, 2010

  Be Well with Asparagus! Did you know that Asparagus is the leader in vegetables that supply Folic Acid? Folic Acid is a B Vitamin that helps keep your blood healthy and your energy levels high. Asparagus is also high in Vitamins A & C and Potassium. It’s delicious lightly steamed with a little butter and lemon, or stir-fried with other assorted vegetables. Try some this week!
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  Produce Tip of the Week: Citrus

  Posted on Friday, March 5, 2010

  Be Well With Citrus! Did you know that Citrus fruits are loaded with Vitamin C and Dietary Fiber? Two great nutrients for staying healthy during the cold winter months. The citrus family includes oranges, grapefruits, tangerines, clementines, tangelos, mandarins, and more. All of these fruits are harvested in early winter, and the supply of many of these varieties runs out by the end of March. Our Produce Department carries 14 unique varieties of citrus...Come try them before they're gone!
  
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  Produce Tip of the Week: Cauliflower

  Posted on Friday, February 26, 2010

  Did you know that Cauliflower is an excellent source of Vitamin C and antioxidants? Two great nutrients for maintaining a strong immune system and keeping your heart healthy! Cauliflower is best used as the main attraction in any vegetable based dish. Try it in a curry, roasted with potatoes and carrots, or in a marinara sauce over any kind of pasta.