According to a 2014 study by the CDC on the nutrient density of fruits, lemons came out as the most nutritious and low-calorie fruit. Lemons are packed with vitamin C and many antioxidants that can help prevent diseases such as cancer. On top of this, lemons contain antibacterial and antidiabetic properties. So now that we…
With fall comes one of the best times of the year: tailgate season! Football means tailgating which means lots of food, friends, and fun times. For your next tailgating event, make sure you have a wide variety of food options to appease all of the hungry fans! Fruit Salad Doesn’t get much healthier and sweeter…
You’ve heard the saying “You are what you eat,” but what if you work like you eat, too? Turns out, the foods you eat can impact your productivity levels and focus throughout the workday. So how exactly does that work? We, as humans, get our energy from glucose, a natural sugar we obtain from food…
Get excited because August is National Peach Month! ThirdLeaf NW knows a thing or two about the best peaches, so we’re going to show you some tips and tricks for picking the best peaches. With over 300 different peach varieties in the U.S. and over 2,000 worldwide, there are so many to choose from! Certain…
Ever wonder about the natural sugars in fruit? Most fruits contain natural sugars which is what gives you an energy boost after eating an apple or snacking on some orange slices. You may have been told to avoid eating too much sugar at one point or another, so does fruit count? Your body actually metabolizes…
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Look no further because July is National Blueberry Month! Blueberries took the world by storm when the first commercial blueberry crop emerged in 1916. However, they had been growing in the wild for centuries prior. Since then, they have become more than just a beloved fruit but a cultural…
At ThirdLeaf NW, we love to bring you fresh and local fruit. Lucky for us, there are so many different types of fruit grown right here in our home state. You might be wondering, why is it so important to buy local produce? The quick and easy answer is that it is fresher and actually…
Magnesium is a mineral that is crucial for our brain, bones, and overall body health. You might not realize just how important magnesium is, and many people do not get enough in their day-to-day life. Luckily, it can be found in many foods, including certain fruits! Every single cell in your body contains magnesium, and…
Looking for a last-minute dessert to bring to the family function? Or maybe you’re simply looking for a new recipe to switch things up. Don’t worry, our 4th of July series isn’t over yet. One of these red, white, or blue desserts is bound to be a hit, and they all pair well with some…
In the prime of summer, the 4th of July is one of the best holidays for some fun in the sun with family and friends. Though we expect lots of fruit to be eaten (hint hint), we also know that parents will be enjoying some fun beverages while soaking up some sun. So in the…