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3 Vegetables You Should Never Eat Again

I know what you’re thinking when you read the title, “I thought all vegetables were good for you?” Well, that used to be the case for just about everything grown out of the ground…

How to Wash Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables bring lots of great things to the table: fresh flavors, vivid colors, and needed nutrients. Make sure you leave any contaminants behind by washing them well before using.

10 Easy Ways to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

Boost your health by getting more fruits and vegetables with tips from the experts at Consumer Reports.

Surprisingly Creative Ways to Cook with Frozen Fruit

Stock up on your favorite frozen fruit to make one of these delicious, nutritionist-approved recipes all year round.

10 Vegetables That Can Substitute for Meat

Pretty much anything you used to eat can be made with plant-based ingredients – even really meaty dishes like burgers, meatballs, and Buffalo wings. Get your veg on with these 10 substitutes.

Green shoots: how veganism is changing gardening

Giving up animal products this year? If so, you might want to rethink how you garden

Ever wondered why those giant tomatoes at the grocery store taste like cardboard?

Frozen vegetables can be a nutritious swap for fresh

Because the veggies are frozen soon after they're picked, they retain their nutrients. They're also cost-effective and convenient.

The Long-Lasting Produce A Chef Buys (& How To Keep It Fresh For Weeks)

When it comes to fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs that will stay good for a while, it's hard to know exactly what to buy during our infrequent trips to the store. Here's what a chef and produce expert suggests.

Four Money-Saving Tricks to Make Fruits and Veggies Last Longer

Mayo Clinic Minute: Why You Need to Wash Produce

Do you wash the avocados before cutting them up for guacamole? How about the melon you'll slice up for the fruit salad — does [...]

How to Sneak in More Veggies

Trying to munch more veggies on the reg, but sick of salads and steamed sides? Below are a handful o...

Simple Ways to Preserve Fruits and Vegetables

Summer produce is overflowing--and cheap! Whether you grow it or buy it, it's easy to preserve your food so that you can save money and eat better long after the harvest is over.

Are You Eating These 12 ‘Dirty’ Fruits and Vegetables?

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Optimize the Freshness of Your Produce by Storing It Right

Without getting too technical about exact temperatures — or the ripening gas known as ethylene — here's a simple chart that lays out where to store

How to take veggies from required to desired

Eating a diet rich in vegetables can help keep you healthy, reducing your risk for many chronic conditions.

Avoid Premature Spoiling of Fruits and Vegetables

The secret to keeping your produce fresh longer: Keep them separated.