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The Cranberry is a slender, trailing North American shrub growing in damp ground and bearing tart red berries. Along with blueberries and Concord grapes and cranberries are fruits unique to the North American continent. The use of cranberries as a food staple in Americans’ diets becomes more secure with each generation. In fact, the best…
Out of acidic streams and sandy soils, cranberry farmers have built intricate waterways and fertile bogs. Cranberry agriculture is perhaps the best example of the resourcefulness and judicious adaptation that characterize Pineland’s folklife. The history of the development of the industry is a story of environmental recycling. The American cranberry (Oxycoccus macrocarpus) is a vining…
Types Of Dried Fruits Dehydrating fruits is a great way to expand their shelf life. Plenty of good nutrition is available in dried fruits. The fruit’s natural sweetness becomes more intense when dried, so they are good for adding sweetness to many dishes. The best-dried fruits are those that have been sun-dried without undergoing any…
There are roughly 120 different species of Viburnum that occur in the northern hemisphere. Many species are important for environmental plantings and for ornamentals. The viburnums are part of the honeysuckle family. V. Americanum also goes by several other common names. Squaw bush and cramp bark are the most frequently used. Once you’ve smelled this sweetish-sour…
It is known that American Indians used cranberries to make poultices, a soft and moist adhesive mass spread on a cloth and used to heal wounds. In addition, they enjoyed cooked cranberries sweetened with maple syrup or honey. When the colonists arrived, they also developed a taste for sweetened versions of these tart-flavored red berries….
Autumn is finally here. The Fall Equinox is September 22. Soon, the leaves will start turning, and the wind will bring a chill. With the change in weather also comes a change in diet preferences for many. Fall’s harvest is getting ready to provide for those traditional American flavors. The shelves will begin to fill…
Many people think that buying dried fruits in bulk means that you have to purchase large quantities, like in big-box stores. The “bulk” term really refers only to the store’s presentation, not the quantity you purchase. In fact, bulk is often the best choice for buying smaller quantities of some products than the packaged versions….
They’re small. They grow on vines. They’re red. Apparently, they are one of the healthiest foods that a woman can put in her body. They are… cranberries. New Research shows that cranberries contain substances that prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract walls. There are a couple of different theories about how exactly…
Having a healthy hemoglobin level is essential to maintaining optimal health and well-being. Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that helps carry oxygen from the lungs to all the other parts of your body. Consequently, low hemoglobin levels can lead to anemia, fatigue, and even worse health issues. Thankfully, the nutrients found…
There is a growing interest in the potential benefits of eating cranberries for the health of your kidneys. With their nutrition, antioxidant properties, and evidence of their potential for helping with chronic kidney disease, cranberries could be a valuable addition to a balanced diet. In this article, we evaluate the evidence behind cranberry being an…