Golden Hami Melon -  China

Shelf Life  - Hami Melon can be kept up to 30 Days without refrigeration. However, the melon should be stored in sealed container in refrigerator once cut and consumed within 4 days to maintain its freshness.

Health Facts of Hami Melon – Hami Melon is rich in Nutrients and has strong antioxidant capacity which are Beta-Carotene (Pro-Vitamin A), Phytoene, Quercetin and Caffeic Acid. It helps to reduce blood pressure due to its high potassium and low sodium content. Hami Melon has folate, vitamin K and magnesium which are important for bone health. Also, it helps to improve blood sugar control, support healthy skin, boost immune system as vitamin C is high found in the fruit. Hami Melon assist in better and proper digestion, support vision and eye health.

Famous country producer  - Beside China as the major producer for Hami Melon, United State of American produces Hami Melon as well.

Shelf Life –  Strawberries can be store up to 2 weeks if kept under  32 °F with a relative humidity of 95%. However, the shelf live of strawberries stored at general refrigeration temperatures below 41 °F will have an approximate shelf life of 3 days.

Health Facts of Strawberries –  antioxidants, folate, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, and magnesium and contained high vitamin C.

Famous country producer  – US, Turkey, Spain, Egypt, Korea, Mexico, and Poland.

Oranges have a tough shiny orange skin with flesh that is divided into segments.
A rich and sweet, orange taste with a hint of fresh raspberry.      

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• 16% daily fibre needs
• More than a day’s worth of Vitamin C

Health Benefits:
Promotes Heart Health
Oranges are rich in fibre and a good source of potassium, both of which can support heart health and provide 16% of your daily requirements with just one medium-sized orange.
In addition to keeping your bowels regular, dietary fibre brings multiple benefits:
• help maintain a healthy weight
• lowers your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer
• they also contain phytonutrients that may aid in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease

Offers Antioxidant Properties
The vitamin C in oranges is a powerful antioxidant and important in the production of the proteins necessary for maintaining skin health and keeping the skin youthful looking.
Vitamin C contributes to collagen production. Collagen supports the skin and protects the cells from damage, promotes wound healing, improves skin strength and cell repair.

Aids in Maintaining Good Blood Pressure
Oranges contain no sodium and are an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium. Maintaining a low sodium intake is essential to lowering blood pressure. However, increasing potassium is just as important for reducing a person’s risk of high blood pressure as it can support the relaxation and opening of blood vessels, resulting in lowering the risk of having a stroke.

Lowers the Risk of Cataracts
Oranges contain thiamine, one of the Vitamin B groups, of about 8% of the daily value for adult women and 6% for adult men. Some studies suggest that people with the highest intake of thiamine are at a reduced risk of developing cataracts.

Helps in Preventing Birth Defects
Folate is another B vitamin found in oranges. Known as folic acid in its synthetic form, folate is important in foetal development. Adequate intake can prevent neural tube defects, so women who are pregnant or trying to conceive need to include lots of folate in their diet.

How you can enjoy oranges:
Oranges are the fruit that can be added to so many amazing recipes, try the below and enjoy the flavours:
• fresh, straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• chilled fresh juice or orange lemonade
• added to your salad or accompanied by other gofruits in a healthy fruit salad
• as a topping for fish or chicken
• in cakes, tarts, marmalade, fruit kebabs, Asian cooking, yogurt
• with your breakfast cereal

Oranges have a tough shiny orange skin with flesh that is divided into segments. 
A rich and sweet, orange taste with a hint of fresh raspberry.      

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• 16% daily fibre needs
• More than a day’s worth of Vitamin C

Health Benefits:
Promotes Heart Health
Oranges are rich in fibre and a good source of potassium, both of which can support heart health and provide 16% of your daily requirements with just one medium-sized orange. 
In addition to keeping your bowels regular, dietary fibre brings multiple benefits:
• help maintain a healthy weight
• lowers your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer
• they also contain phytonutrients that may aid in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease

Offers Antioxidant Properties
The vitamin C in oranges is a powerful antioxidant and important in the production of the proteins necessary for maintaining skin health and keeping the skin youthful looking.
Vitamin C contributes to collagen production. Collagen supports the skin and protects the cells from damage, promotes wound healing, improves skin strength and cell repair.

Aids in Maintaining Good Blood Pressure
Oranges contain no sodium and are an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium. Maintaining a low sodium intake is essential to lowering blood pressure. However, increasing potassium is just as important for reducing a person’s risk of high blood pressure as it can support the relaxation and opening of blood vessels, resulting in lowering the risk of having a stroke.

Lowers the Risk of Cataracts
Oranges contain thiamine, one of the Vitamin B groups, of about 8% of the daily value for adult women and 6% for adult men. Some studies suggest that people with the highest intake of thiamine are at a reduced risk of developing cataracts.

Helps in Preventing Birth Defects
Folate is another B vitamin found in oranges. Known as folic acid in its synthetic form, folate is important in foetal development. Adequate intake can prevent neural tube defects, so women who are pregnant or trying to conceive need to include lots of folate in their diet.

How you can enjoy oranges:
Oranges are the fruit that can be added to so many amazing recipes, try the below and enjoy the flavours:
• fresh, straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• chilled fresh juice or orange lemonade
• added to your salad or accompanied by other gofruits in a healthy fruit salad
• as a topping for fish or chicken
• in cakes, tarts, marmalade, fruit kebabs, Asian cooking, yogurt
• with your breakfast cereal

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The juicy ruby-red seeds in pomegranate are rich in vitamins C, K, and dietary fiber. Consuming the fruit or its juice helps to reduce cholesterol levels, prevent heart disease, and reverse atherosclerosis.

Nutritional Value:
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin K
• Dietary Fiber
• Anti-Oxidant

Health Benefits:
Anti-inflammatory and Pain Relief
The bio-available compounds from pomegranate have reduce inflammation by inhibiting inflammatory cytokine activity. Pomegranate has beneficial effect on osteoarthritis by repairing the damaged cartilage.

Helps Reduce Blood Pressure and Protects the Heart
Pomegranate is considered as a heart-healthy fruit. Study shows that drinking pomegranate juice daily may help lower systolic blood pressure, improves blood flow and keeps the arteries from becoming stiff and thick. 

Improves Memory
The antioxidants in the juice and their high concentration are believed to stall the progress of Alzheimer disease and protect memory.

Enhance Exercise Performance
Pomegranate contain nitrates which are shown to improve exercise performance. The juice may help reduce soreness and improve strength recovery. It also decreases oxidative damage caused by exercise.

Cardiovascular Benefits
High in vitamin C, a good source of fiber and low in calories, pomegranate juice contains antioxidants that will help to protect your blood lipids form oxidation. Pomegranates juice may also help to prevent prostate cancer and helps to prevent plaque buildup in your arteries. 

Improves Digestion
Pomegranate juice can reduce inflammation in the gut and improve digestion.

Shelf Life – Generally, peaches will last for 3-4 days on the counter, slightly longer in the fridge and can be frozen for an extended time. The shelf life of peaches depends when the peaches were picked and how they are stored

Health Facts of Peaches – Peaches have many health benefits which are related to the nutrients within the peach, such as, the dietary fibre, low carbohydrate, abundant vitamins, including vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, and niacin, as well as minerals, such as, potassium, cooper, manganese, and phosphorous. Peaches may aid digestion, improve heart health, protect your skin, prevent certain type of cancers and reduces allergy symptoms

Famous country producer  – Australia, China, Spain, Italy and US.

Exotic looking pinkish-red skin and a seed-speckled, purple-red pulpy flesh. Sweet taste. Pesticide FREE

Giant size

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Low-fat
• Good source of fibre
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin E
• Magnesium

Health Benefits:
Dragon fruit is low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds such as polyphenols, carotenoids and betacyanin’s.
This exotic fruit contains the antioxidants of vitamin C, beta-carotene, lycopene and betalain, which studies have related to diets that are high in antioxidants, potentially reducing risk of chronic diseases.

Helps Build and Heal Cells
Vitamin C is essential for good bone structure, cartilage, muscle, and blood vessels, promoting wound healing, in addition to possibly helping to prevent disease.
Vitamin C must be consumed in the diet because our bodies are unable to make it naturally.

Vitamin C also aids in the absorption of iron, and dragon fruit is one of the rare fruits that contains iron - about 1 mg per 6-ounce serving, or 7% of the daily value.

Reduces Inflammation
Dragon fruit is rich in flavonoids, one of the many types of antioxidants that can help in repairing cell damage caused by oxidative stress which aids in the lessening of inflammation,. In turn, this can help the body ward off chronic diseases.
Dragon fruit’s high supply of vitamin C and carotenoids may offer immune-boosting properties.

Improves Digestive Health
Dragon fruit contains prebiotics, which potentially improves the balance of good gut bacteria and possibly the easing of symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease and colon cancer. They also promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut which is associated with a healthy gastrointestinal tract.

The fibre in dragon fruit aids in boosting satiety, improves digestion and bowel regularity and may help in the lowering of blood cholesterol. Fibre provides many health benefits and with the current guidelines suggesting to consume approximately 20 to 35 grams of fibre daily to maintain good digestive health it has just become easier and more achievable - eat more of the delicious range of gofruits.

Some research in animals demonstrates that dragon fruit can improve insulin resistance and lowers blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes. Dragon fruit is also associated with reducing blood glucose levels in people with pre-diabetes, rather than type 2 diabetes.

How to enjoy Dragon Fruit:
The way to enjoy delicious dragon fruit is to make sure they are perfectly ripe. An unripe dragon fruit is green whilst a ripe one is bright red. If there are too many bruise-like blemishes on the skin it may indicate the dragon fruit is overripe. Dragon fruit should be soft but not mushy.

Using a sharp knife, cut the dragon fruit in half lengthwise, then:
• scoop out the fruit with a spoon, or cut it into cubes by cutting vertical and horizontal lines into the pulp without cutting into the peel.
• push on the back of the skin to expose the cubes and remove them with a spoon or your fingers.
Dragon fruit is quite simple to prepare, so to enjoy this yummy exotic fruit add them to your salads, mix them into your smoothies, your yogurt or just snack on them fresh.

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Nutritional Value:

• Cholesterol-Free
• Fat-Free
• Good Source of Fiber
• Sodium-Free

Health Benefits

Apples are a convenient package of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids (beneficial plant compounds) that provide a range of valuable health benefits.

Promotes Heart Health

Fruits and vegetables are the mainstays of a heart-healthy eating plan. Naturally low in sodium and high in potassium, plant foods prevent dangerous elevations in blood pressure. Whole apples are a good source of fiber, which is known to lower cholesterol levels. In addition, apples provide numerous anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce the overall risk of heart disease.

Regulates Blood Sugar

The fiber in apples slows down digestion, preventing a rapid rise in blood sugar levels after eating. General recommendations are to aim for 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories consumed. That means an average 2,000 calorie meal plan should include at least 28 grams of fiber for optimal health.

Eating whole apples with the skin provides the most fiber (apple juice doesn't contain any fiber). A medium apple has 4.4 grams of fiber, so eating an apple or two can help you work towards your daily total.

May Aid Cancer Prevention

Apples contain a powerful natural antioxidant, called quercetin. While quercetin effectively kills abnormal cells, it appears to leave healthy cells alone. Quercetin interrupts various phases of the cell cycle, inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death) in several types of tumors.

Prostate cancer, breast cancer, and lung cancer all show promising benefits from quercetin. Consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables provides quercetin, along with other potent antioxidants for cancer prevention.

Reduces Asthma Symptoms

The quercetin in apples is also beneficial for people with asthma. Studies show that quercetin suppresses inflammation and effectively reduces the severity of food allergies and respiratory issues. Including apples as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for asthma can help keep symptoms at bay.

Supports Weight Loss

Apples are a satisfying and nutritious snack that can help reduce cravings and manage appetite. Consuming a medium-sized apple 15 minutes prior to eating a meal has been shown to lower calorie intake by 15%.

Choosing a fresh apple over processed snack foods is a great way to boost vitamin intake and reap the filling effects of soluble fiber. The high water content in apples also means you can have a large portion without overdoing it on calories.

Nutritional Value:

• Cholesterol-Free
• Fat-Free
• Good Source of Fiber
• Sodium-Free

Health Benefits

Apples are a convenient package of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids (beneficial plant compounds) that provide a range of valuable health benefits.

Promotes Heart Health

Fruits and vegetables are the mainstays of a heart-healthy eating plan. Naturally low in sodium and high in potassium, plant foods prevent dangerous elevations in blood pressure. Whole apples are a good source of fiber, which is known to lower cholesterol levels. In addition, apples provide numerous anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce the overall risk of heart disease.

Regulates Blood Sugar

The fiber in apples slows down digestion, preventing a rapid rise in blood sugar levels after eating. General recommendations are to aim for 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories consumed. That means an average 2,000 calorie meal plan should include at least 28 grams of fiber for optimal health.

Eating whole apples with the skin provides the most fiber (apple juice doesn't contain any fiber). A medium apple has 4.4 grams of fiber, so eating an apple or two can help you work towards your daily total.

May Aid Cancer Prevention

Apples contain a powerful natural antioxidant, called quercetin. While quercetin effectively kills abnormal cells, it appears to leave healthy cells alone. Quercetin interrupts various phases of the cell cycle, inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death) in several types of tumors.

Prostate cancer, breast cancer, and lung cancer all show promising benefits from quercetin. Consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables provides quercetin, along with other potent antioxidants for cancer prevention.

Reduces Asthma Symptoms

The quercetin in apples is also beneficial for people with asthma. Studies show that quercetin suppresses inflammation and effectively reduces the severity of food allergies and respiratory issues. Including apples as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for asthma can help keep symptoms at bay.

Supports Weight Loss

Apples are a satisfying and nutritious snack that can help reduce cravings and manage appetite. Consuming a medium-sized apple 15 minutes prior to eating a meal has been shown to lower calorie intake by 15%.

Choosing a fresh apple over processed snack foods is a great way to boost vitamin intake and reap the filling effects of soluble fiber. The high water content in apples also means you can have a large portion without overdoing it on calories.

Oval shape, smooth hairless skin with a golden yellow flesh, has a fuzzy, tangy-sweet and juicy taste. Thinner skin compared to green kiwifruit.      

Nutritional Value:
• 3x more Vitamin C than oranges
• Vitamins K and E
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• Sodium-free
• Gluten-free
• More potassium than bananas
• Folate
• Good source of fibre

Health Benefits:
Naturally rich in fibre, has a good source of potassium and a natural source of folate, means you’re getting excellent nutrition.

Aids in Preventing Iron-Deficiency Anaemia
Kiwifruit by itself is not a major source of iron, however, it's one of the best natural sources of vitamin C. Vitamin C significantly increases the absorption of iron effectively assisting in preventing iron deficiencies. In a study comparing the intake of an iron-fortified breakfast cereal paired with two kiwifruit versus a banana, the kiwifruit group showed an increase in serum ferritin levels.

Shortens Colds
A study of healthy older adults found that eating kiwifruit can help shorten the duration and intensity of upper respiratory infections due the high Vitamin C content boosting the immune system which lessons the likelihood of catching colds. Participants who ate four gold kiwifruit a day reported less severe congestion and sore throat pain associated with respiratory infections. The kiwifruit eating group also noted that symptoms resolved faster than in the control group.

It is also thought that the high amount of Vitamin C and antioxidants found in kiwifruit can actually help treat asthma sufferers. A study, from research in 2000, found there was a beneficial effect on the lung functions among those who regularly consumed kiwifruit.

Supports Heart Health
Kiwifruit are naturally sodium-free and a good source of potassium. This is a winning combination of electrolytes for blood pressure reduction. The folate in kiwifruit is associated with a lower risk of strokes. Additionally, kiwifruit fibre content keeps cholesterol levels down. Including kiwifruit in your meal plan, especially substituting for salty/processed snacks, it is a great way to protect and improve your cardiovascular system.

Improves Digestive Health
Eating kiwifruit on their own, or with meals, supports healthy digestion in multiple ways. Kiwifruit are a good source of soluble and insoluble fibre, two essential nutrients for bowel regularity. Dietary fibre decreases the transit time of waste, increases the bulk of stools, and supports healthy gut bacteria which aids digestion. Kiwifruit also contain the enzyme, actinidin. Actinidin enhances protein digestion in the stomach and small intestines. For individuals with irritable bowel syndrome, kiwifruit are certified as a low FODMAP food, meaning they are low in fruit sugars which may trigger symptoms.

Defends Against Injuries
The most prevalent micronutrients in kiwifruit are vitamins C and K, which both play crucial roles in wound healing. Vitamin C is a precursor to collagen, the structural component in skin and a strong antioxidant that aids in the body's natural repair mechanisms. To avoid excessive bleeding, vitamin K promotes timely blood clotting. Vitamin K is also associated with bone strength and fracture prevention.

Potential Risks
Eating kiwi fruit is regarded as safe for most people. The main exception is for those who are allergic to them. Signs of a kiwifruit allergy include, an itchy throat, a swollen tongue, trouble swallowing, vomiting and hives. Your risk for an allergy to kiwifruit increases if you’re also allergic to hazelnuts, avocados, latex, wheat, figs or poppy seeds.
If you have an allergic reaction to eating kiwifruit call for immediate medical attention.

How to enjoy Kiwifruit:
Kiwifruit are quite versatile, enjoy them with or without the skin. The skin is full of healthy nutrients and can be eaten, however, it is certainly an acquired taste.
Some ideas to enjoy your kiwifruit are: eating them fresh, adding to your salad, combining with other gofruits to enjoy a delicious and healthy fruit salad, blending in a smoothie or juicing, in tasty sorbets, cooking to enjoy them in tarts or chutney.

Oval shape, smooth hairless skin with a green flesh, has a fuzzy, tangy-sweet and juicy taste. Slight thicker skin compared to gold kiwifruit.      

Nutritional Value:
• Vitamins K and E
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• Sodium-free
• Gluten-free
• More potassium than bananas
• Folate
• Good source of fibre

Health Benefits:
Naturally rich in fibre, has a good source of potassium and a natural source of folate, means you’re getting excellent nutrition.

Aids in Preventing Iron-Deficiency Anaemia
Kiwifruit by itself is not a major source of iron, however, it's one of the best natural sources of vitamin C. Vitamin C significantly increases the absorption of iron effectively assisting in preventing iron deficiencies. In a study comparing the intake of an iron-fortified breakfast cereal paired with two kiwifruit versus a banana, the kiwifruit group showed an increase in serum ferritin levels.

Shortens Colds
A study of healthy older adults found that eating kiwifruit can help shorten the duration and intensity of upper respiratory infections due the high Vitamin C content boosting the immune system which lessons the likelihood of catching colds. The kiwifruit eating group also noted that symptoms resolved faster than in the control group.

It is also thought that the high amount of Vitamin C and antioxidants found in kiwifruit can actually help treat asthma sufferers. A study, from research in 2000, found there was a beneficial effect on the lung functions among those who regularly consumed kiwifruit.

Supports Heart Health
Kiwifruit are naturally sodium-free and a good source of potassium. This is a winning combination of electrolytes for blood pressure reduction. The folate in kiwifruit is associated with a lower risk of strokes. Additionally, kiwifruit fibre content keeps cholesterol levels down. Including kiwifruit in your meal plan, especially substituting for salty/processed snacks, it is a great way to protect and improve your cardiovascular system.

Improves Digestive Health
Eating kiwifruit on their own, or with meals, supports healthy digestion in multiple ways. Kiwifruit are a good source of soluble and insoluble fibre, two essential nutrients for bowel regularity. Dietary fibre decreases the transit time of waste, increases the bulk of stools, and supports healthy gut bacteria which aids digestion. Kiwifruit also contain the enzyme, actinidin. Actinidin enhances protein digestion in the stomach and small intestines. For individuals with irritable bowel syndrome, kiwifruit are certified as a low FODMAP food, meaning they are low in fruit sugars which may trigger symptoms.

Defends Against Injuries
The most prevalent micronutrients in kiwifruit are vitamins C and K, which both play crucial roles in wound healing. Vitamin C is a precursor to collagen, the structural component in skin and a strong antioxidant that aids in the body's natural repair mechanisms. To avoid excessive bleeding, vitamin K promotes timely blood clotting. Vitamin K is also associated with bone strength and fracture prevention.

Potential Risks
Eating kiwi fruit is regarded as safe for most people. The main exception is for those who are allergic to them. Signs of a kiwifruit allergy include, an itchy throat, a swollen tongue, trouble swallowing, vomiting and hives. Your risk for an allergy to kiwifruit increases if you’re also allergic to hazelnuts, avocados, latex, wheat, figs or poppy seeds. 
If you have an allergic reaction to eating kiwifruit call for immediate medical attention.

How to enjoy Kiwifruit:
Kiwifruit are quite versatile, enjoy them with or without the skin. The skin is full of healthy nutrients and can be eaten, however, it is certainly an acquired taste.
Some ideas to enjoy your kiwifruit are: eating them fresh, adding to your salad, combining with other gofruits to enjoy a delicious and healthy fruit salad, blending in a smoothie or juicing, in tasty sorbets, cooking to enjoy them in tarts or chutney.

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Cavendish Banana

Shelf Life  - The shelf life of Cavendish Banana is 3~5 days in room temperature ; 2~9 Days in refrigerator and 2~3months in freezer.

Health Facts of Cavendish Banana – Potassium is the main minerals contained in Banana. Therefore, consuming banana often can be beneficial to heart, kidney and stimulate the growth of muscle, maintaining the health of brain and nerve cell. It also helps to reduce high blood pressure and reduce the risk of having stroke. Most importantly, the fiber and starch in banana helps to increase fat metabolism and act as a source of fuel which can assist in weight management.

Famous country producer  - Famous country producing Cavendish Banana are, Philippines and India.

Small round berry, dark-blue in colour. Every bite “bursting” with sweet tasting juice.     

 Nutritional Value:

• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• Sodium-free
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin K
• Manganese

Health Benefits:
Blueberries can help heart health, bone strength, skin health, blood pressure, diabetes management, cancer prevention and mental health.

One cup of blueberries provides 24 percent of a person's recommended daily allowance of vitamin C.

People who use blood-thinners, such as Warfarin, should speak to their doctor before increasing their intake of blueberries, as the high vitamin K content can affect blood clotting.

Use blueberries to top waffles, pancakes, yogurt, oatmeal, or cereal, blend them in a smoothie or syrup, or fold them into muffins and sweet breads.

Improves Memory
Blueberries have been shown to help maintain memory and motor coordination as well as preventing cognitive decline, especially in older women.

A much larger, long-term study, published in 2012, credited blueberries for delaying cognitive ageing by as much as two and a half years.

Fights Inflammation
Blueberries are abundant in Phyto (plant) components, such as flavonoids, which are responsible for the berry's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Blueberries also have lots of vitamin C which acts as an antioxidant for aiding in wound healing, boosting immunity and providing anti-ageing properties.

May Reduce the Risk of Heart Attacks
In one study, eating three or more weekly servings of blueberries, reduced the risk of heart attacks in women by 32%. Blueberries are so beneficial, in part, because they're rich in heart-healthy, filling fibre. Fibre is the indigestible part of the carbohydrate that aids in satiety, helps to regulate bowels, assists in pulling cholesterol away from the heart, and helps to stabilise blood sugar. Blueberries also contain anthocyanins, antioxidants that may benefit the heart by improving blood flow and countering the build-up of plaque.

May Reduce the Risk of Cancer
Research suggests that antioxidants may inhibit tumour growth, decrease inflammation in the body, and help ward off or slow down oesophageal, lung, mouth, pharynx, endometrial, pancreatic, prostate, and colon cancers.

Blueberries also contain folate, which plays a role in DNA fusion and repair. This can prevent the formation of cancer cells due to mutations in the DNA.

Anthocyanins are a type of flavonoid, and they are found in brightly coloured fruits and vegetables including blueberries.

Improves Insulin Sensitivity
Although blueberries do contain naturally occurring sugars, their anthocyanins appear to improve insulin sensitivity and help lower blood sugar levels. This means they can help lower the risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.

How to enjoy Blueberries:
Whether fresh, frozen or dehydrated, blueberries are loaded with nutrients and anthocyanin antioxidants that reduce inflammation and boost heart health and immunity.

Here are some yummy and amazing ways to enjoy blueberries:

• fresh are the best, wash and enjoy either straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• frozen for adding to pancakes, muffins, juices, smoothies, biscuits, waffles
• in your yoghurt, on top of the ice cream, parfaits, added to your cereal or oatmeal
• mixed into a salsa and toss over your fish dishes, dehydrated for sauces and served with duck, venison or lamb
• compote for spreading on toast, stirred into yoghurt or topping for baked dishes
• addition for a sweet garden salad, fruit kebabs, combine with other Go Fruits' fruits for a healthy fruit salad

South Africa Grapefruit

Shelf Life  - Grapefruit can be kept for 7 days in room temperature and up to 6 weeks if stored in refrigerator.

Health Facts of Grapefruit – Grapefruit is low in calories, yet high in nutrients, therefore it helps in weight management and appetite control. It is known as one of the powerful antioxidant fruits, therefore benefits immune system and anti-aging.  Also, Grapefruit helps to prevent insulin resistance and diabetes, and improve heart health, reducing the risk of kidney stones.

Famous country producer  - Famous countries producing Grapefruit are, United State of America, South Africa, India, Israel.

Lemon

Shelf Life  - Lemon can last 2 weeks in room temperature and between 3~6 weeks in refrigerator. However, for cut lemon, can only last 3~5 days in fridge to ensure the freshness.

Health Facts of Lemon – Lemon is known as the powerful antioxidant fruits which can helps in lowering stroke risk, blood pressure and cancer prevention. It is a good source for Vitamin C , thus improving immune system and skin quality as well as promotes hydration. Having Lemon can freshen breath. assist in digestion and prevent kidney stones.

Famous country producer  - Famous countries producing Lemons are, Argentina, South Africa, Mexico, Spain, United State of America, Iran and Turkey.

Shelf Life – Unripen Persimmons can be kept in refrigerators up to 01 month. Ripen Persimmons are recommended to eat immediately, however can be refrigerated for 01~02Days.

Famous Country of Producer – Persimmons are produced hugely in China, Republic of Korea, Spain, Japan, Brazil, South Africa.

Health Benefits

For centuries, persimmon fruits (along with their leaf and seed extract) have been used in Eastern folk medicine to treat a range of conditions. 

Protects Vision

Persimmons offer an exceptionally high level of lutein and zeaxanthin, two forms of beta carotene that tend to accumulate in the retina. These compounds act as antioxidants, protecting against vision loss from age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, the vitamin C and vitamin E content of persimmons also guards against oxidative damage.

Promotes Brain Health

Persimmons contain a natural compound called fisetin, an antioxidant with several brain benefits. Fisetin enhances long-term memory, prevents neuronal dysfunction, and protects against age-related cognitive decline.

Fisetin, which can also be found in apples, strawberries, and lotus root has also been reported to reduce brain damage caused by ischemic strokes. And by increasing serotonin levels, fisetin provides anti-depressant effects.

Supports Heart Health

When it comes to heart health, fruits and vegetables reign supreme. A large review of studies shows that getting 10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day cuts heart disease rates by 28% and the risk of premature death by 31%.

The potassium in persimmons reduces blood pressure, while folate and vitamin C help prevent strokes and heart attacks. With 6 grams of fiber per fruit, eating a persimmon or two contributes towards the recommendation of at least 25 grams per day.

May Help Prevent Colon Cancer

Fruits in the orange and yellow category, including persimmons, have been shown to reduce the rate of colon cancer in women. The beta carotene content is believed to help control the growth and spread of cancer cells. Persimmons are also a good source of fiber, which is essential for good digestion and the regular removal of toxins from the body.

May Reduce Risk of Osteoporosis

Persimmon leaves are rich in beneficial plant compounds that are thought to help with a variety of ailments. Recent research has studied their potential for bone health, finding that the polysaccharides in persimmon leaves inhibit the genetic expression of osteoclasts, the cells responsible for bone breakdown.

These findings indicate possible benefits in the prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis, as well as periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Forella pears are a petite, bell-shaped pear with yellow skin that is dotted with crimson red freckles. Ripe Forella pears are crisp and firm yet juicy, with sweet, tangy flavors and a hint of cinnamon.

Nutritional Value:

• Vitamin C
• Potassium
• Calcium
  
• Fibre

Health Benefits:
Pears fruit is packed with health benefiting nutrients such as dietary fiber, anti-oxidants, minerals, and vitamins, which are necessary for optimum health.

Providing fiber
Pears contain a soluble fiber called pectin, which nourishes gut bacteria and improves gut health.
Sufficient fiber intake promotes healthy bowel function and can increase feelings of fullness after a meal. It may also lower a person’s risk of heart disease and reduce their total cholesterol levels.

Encouraging detoxification
Regular, adequate bowel movements are crucial for the daily excretion of toxins in the bile and stool. Pears have high water content. This helps keep stools soft and flushes the digestive system of toxins.

Fighting free radicals
Pears contain high levels of antioxidants, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and copper. These chemicals counter the effects of free radicals, protecting cells from the damage they can cause.
Free radicals develop when the body converts food to energy and can contribute to cancer growth.

Rounded bell-shaped bottom with a narrow neck. The flesh is creamy-white with a smooth texture and tastes sweet and juicy.     

Nutritional Value:   
• Rich in insoluble fibre
• Vitamin C
• Potassium
• Copper
• Sodium-free
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free

Health Benefits:   
Helps Repair Cells
Vitamin C is important for cell growth and repair as well as preventing oxidative damage. Vitamin C also boosts immunity, aids in the healing of cuts and bruises and protects against infectious diseases. Additionally, the pear skin contains flavonoids, phenolics, and triterpenes that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Lowers the Risk of Diabetes
Flavonoids in pears are linked to reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Due to the fibre and anthocyanin contents in the pear, digestion slows down which gives your body more time to break down and absorb the carbs which assists in regulating blood sugar levels and helping to prevent and control diabetes.

Lowers the Risk of Chronic Disease
Pears are high in dietary fibre and flavonoids called quercetin which boosts heart health by improving blood pressure and lowering cholesterol. Eating pears regularly may reduce the risk of strokes. Consuming considerable amounts of white fruits and vegetables may protect against chronic diseases.
In addition to helping you feel full (which can help with weight management), eating foods that are high in fibre can improve digestive health and reduce the odds of developing coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, diabetes and some gastrointestinal diseases.

May Protect Against Certain Cancers
Pears contain many potent plant compounds that may have cancer-fighting properties. The antioxidant compounds in pears have been associated with reducing the risk of certain cancers, including, oral cavity and laryngeal, oesophageal, colorectal, breast, ovarian and kidney cancers.

Eases Hangover Symptoms
Hangovers could be prevented by drinking pear juice before alcohol as it can lower a person’s blood alcohol level.
Pears can keep cholesterol down, help with constipation and work as an anti-inflammatory in addition to stopping people from getting as drunk.

How to enjoy Pears:
Try these deliciously simple ways to enjoy them.
• poaching, preserving, chutneys, salsa, dips
• sweet salads, sweet soups, substitute apples with pears for a low-fat yummy cobbler
• snacking: fresh, with or without the skin, and either straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• grilled with cheese for a tasty sandwich or add a dash of cinnamon for pear toast
• add to your oatmeal for an alternate breakfast dish or top any cereal with pear chunks
• add other Go Fruits' fruit for a super delightful healthy fruit salad
• add to desserts, salads, coleslaw, chicken, fish and meat dishes, stir fries, casseroles, frittatas
• smoothies, juice, punch
• pancakes, waffles, muffins, pear and apple sauce

Health Facts of Apples – Apples are extremely rich in important antioxidants, flavanoids, and dietary fiber. The phytonutrients and antioxidants in apples may help reduce the risk of developing cancer, hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. This article provides a nutritional profile of the fruit and its possible health benefits.

Shelf Life – Generally, peaches will last for 3-4 days on the counter, slightly longer in the fridge and can be frozen for an extended time. The shelf life of peaches depends when the peaches were picked and how they are stored

Health Facts of Peaches – Peaches have many health benefits which are related to the nutrients within the peach, such as, the dietary fibre, low carbohydrate, abundant vitamins, including vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, and niacin, as well as minerals, such as, potassium, cooper, manganese, and phosphorous. Peaches may aid digestion, improve heart health, protect your skin, prevent certain type of cancers and reduces allergy symptoms

Famous country producer  – Australia, China, Spain, Italy and US.

Oranges have a tough shiny orange skin with flesh that is divided into segments. 
A rich and sweet, orange taste with a hint of fresh raspberry.      

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• 16% daily fibre needs
• More than a day’s worth of Vitamin C

Health Benefits:
Promotes Heart Health
Oranges are rich in fibre and a good source of potassium, both of which can support heart health and provide 16% of your daily requirements with just one medium-sized orange. 
In addition to keeping your bowels regular, dietary fibre brings multiple benefits:
• help maintain a healthy weight
• lowers your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer
• they also contain phytonutrients that may aid in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease

Offers Antioxidant Properties
The vitamin C in oranges is a powerful antioxidant and important in the production of the proteins necessary for maintaining skin health and keeping the skin youthful looking.
Vitamin C contributes to collagen production. Collagen supports the skin and protects the cells from damage, promotes wound healing, improves skin strength and cell repair.

Aids in Maintaining Good Blood Pressure
Oranges contain no sodium and are an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium. Maintaining a low sodium intake is essential to lowering blood pressure. However, increasing potassium is just as important for reducing a person’s risk of high blood pressure as it can support the relaxation and opening of blood vessels, resulting in lowering the risk of having a stroke.

Lowers the Risk of Cataracts
Oranges contain thiamine, one of the Vitamin B groups, of about 8% of the daily value for adult women and 6% for adult men. Some studies suggest that people with the highest intake of thiamine are at a reduced risk of developing cataracts.

Helps in Preventing Birth Defects
Folate is another B vitamin found in oranges. Known as folic acid in its synthetic form, folate is important in foetal development. Adequate intake can prevent neural tube defects, so women who are pregnant or trying to conceive need to include lots of folate in their diet.

How you can enjoy oranges:
Oranges are the fruit that can be added to so many amazing recipes, try the below and enjoy the flavours:
• fresh, straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• chilled fresh juice or orange lemonade
• added to your salad or accompanied by other gofruits in a healthy fruit salad
• as a topping for fish or chicken
• in cakes, tarts, marmalade, fruit kebabs, Asian cooking, yogurt
• with your breakfast cereal

Sweet Turkey Apricot 

Shelf Life – The shelf life of whole apricot can last for 01~03 Days in room temperature and 07~10 Days in Refrigerator. However, the shelf life for cut apricot is shorter which is 02~04 Hours on counter and 01~02 Days in refrigerator.

Health Facts of Apricot – Apricot are known to be very nutritious and low in calories as it contains essential vitamins and minerals. Apricot contains beta carotene, vitamin A and E, soluble fiber and high in potassium. Therefore, it is good to promote eye health and gut health act as an antioxidant tool which will boost skin health as well. Also, Apricot is a very hydrating fruit which can be easily added into diet, with the function of promoting liver health as well.

Famous Country of Producer – Aside from Turkey as the world largest apricot producing country, Iran, Uzbekista, Algeria, Italy, Pakistan, France are one of the famous countries to produce Apricot.

Late-season green grapes that have large, round berries with an attractive milky, pale green-yellow skin. Every bite bursts into a mild sweet flavor with hints of Muscat aroma.     

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• Sodium-free
• Vitamin K
• Vitamin C
• Manganese

Health Benefits:
Helps with Blood Clotting
The body requires vitamin K to produce the protein and blood clotting agent of prothrombin which is important for blood clotting and bone strength. Anyone taking blood-thinning medication such as warfarin or Coumadin, should refrain from consuming additional vitamin K without first speaking to their doctor

Provides Antioxidants
Autumn Seedless Grapes contain relatively large amounts of phytonutrients, especially flavonoids, which slows down the ageing process of human body cells. They also contain quercetin (a flavonoid), which may help protect cells from damage. For instance, there is some evidence that quercetin offers a number of health benefits, including being an anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antioxidant agent.

Improves Cognitive Function
Some research indicates that consumption of resveratrol (sometimes in the form of supplements) may improve memory, attention, moods and cognitive function in older adults.

Regulates Blood Sugar
Research has shown that resveratrol can be helpful for people with type 2 diabetes. Resveratrol may improve glycaemic control and decrease insulin resistance, both of which are beneficial for people with diabetes.

How to enjoy Grapes:
With their natural sweetness and juicy bursts of flavour, grapes can be delicious in all kinds of dishes. Check out some ideas below:
• frozen for a chilled snack or add to the kid’s lunch boxes
• fresh, eating straight from the vines
• juiced and chilled, even as a slushie
• roasting with oil, salt and pepper
• tossed in salads or accompanied with other gofruit fruits for a refreshing fruit salad
• fruit kebabs or try with meat and vegetables
• salsa for chicken, fish or meat
• poach pears in grape juice
• dipped in melted chocolate and allowed to hardened for a delicious dessert
• grape and cheese platters
• relish, chutney, pancakes and muffins

Autumn Royal seedless grapes. It has large, elongated purple-black berries with a crunchy skin, firm texture and a pleasant level of sweetness. It is generally seedless with attractive, translucent yellow-green flesh.   

Nutritional Value:
• Anti-Oxidant
• Fibre
• Potassium

Health Benefits:
Prevent Cancer
Black grapes exhibit anti-mutagenic and antioxidant properties that are very effective in combating all kinds of cancer, including breast cancer. The compound resveratrol is a rich source of anti-oxidants and certain elements that are capable of destroying the energy source of cancerous cells.

Protects the Heart
Resveratrol, a compound found in grapes, is known to ease the flow of blood in the blood vessels, thus improving blood circulation in the body. The phytochemicals present in them help in reducing damage of the heart muscles and also aid in regulating cholesterol levels in the body, thereby preventing the risk of heart attacks and other cardio vascular diseases.

Reduce Blood Pressure
Grapes consists of higher levels of potassium that help reduce sodium in your diet and thereby helps in reducing blood pressure. Another good part about grapes is that it has a good source of fibre that also helps in reducing blood pressure levels.

Resolves Constipation
Grapes contain water and a good source of fibre that will keep you hydrated most times. So you don’t have to be worried about getting dehydrated. Also, grapes regulate bowel movements that thereby helps in relieving constipation.

Reduces Risk of Type 2 Diabetes:
Black grapes are also effective in the prevention of diabetes. They are known to improve the regulation of insulin and increase insulin sensitivity. Pterostilbene is a compound present in grapes that helps to lower the sugar levels in the blood. Black grapes have low glycemic index (GI) value ranging from around 43 to 53, which promote better blood sugar balance.

Improves Vision
There are many plant-based compounds found in grapes that can prevent you from the risks of developing eye problems and diseases. Consuming grapes will help protect your retina from damages. Its resveratrol content helps protect your retina cells and your eye from ultraviolet light. It also helps in curbing other eye-related problems such as cataracts and diabetic eye problems.

Boost Brain Power
The resveratrol content found in grapes not just prevents eye disease but also increases the flow of blood to your brain, thus boosting your memory power and mental responses. This fruit has been advised by many psychiatrists for those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.

Grapes work as a brain protecting agent; it improves memory and concentration and enhances the health of your brain. Due to riboflavin presence, it is beneficial for people suffering from migraines. 

Classic oval shape with distinctive pebbly, textured skin, the Hass avocado has creamy flesh that can be eaten raw, in salads and dips and is delicious added to other dishes.     

Nutritional Value:

• Vitamin C
• Potassium
• Manganese
• Fibre

Health Benefits:
Help Maintain Heart Health with Good Fats
Avocados are rich in healthy, good fats. In fact, avocados are the only fruit apart from olives to contain monounsaturated fats.
Gone are the days of fat-phobia but why exactly are these fats good for us? Healthy fats help you absorb essential fat-soluble nutrients (such as vitamin E), reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, help maintain heart health, promote healthy skin and are great for the waistline.

Boost Immune System, Energy and Overall Health
We need two serves of fruit and five serves of vegetables a day. While technically a fruit, avocado is often used like a vegetable. A delicious way to ensure you are getting optimum nutrition from your fruits and vegetables is to make one a serve of avocado.

The unique combination of vitamins and minerals found in avocados can help keep your immune system fighting fit, boost energy, enhance brain power, build bone, aid gut health, support healthy skin and can even put you in a better mood. Basically, avocados make everything better.

It’s little wonder there are so many health benefits when a single serve of avocado (1/4 or 50g) boasts healthy fats, fibre, folate, niacin, vitamins C, B5, E & K, potassium and antioxidants.

This amazing fruit can also boost the nutrition of other healthy foods. Research shows adding avocado to a salad can increase your ability to absorb goodies from other colourful ingredients five-fold (e.g. lycopene from red tomatoes and beta carotene from orange carrots).

Choosing avocados:
Choose avocados depending on when you will use them. Select firm, unripe fruit if you are not going to be using them immediately, otherwise choose avocados that have a little ‘give’ at the stem. Avoid avocados with dark spots or other visible damage on the skin.

How to store and keep avocados:
Store unripe avocados at room temperature. Avocados will ripen if you place them in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple. Once ripe, avocados can be stored in the crisper section of your fridge for two to three days.

Cut avocados can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for one or two days. If you have halved the avocado, it is best to leave the seed in the stored half to reduce browning of the flesh. You can also sprinkle the cut surface with lemon juice to stop it from turning brown.

Rich, caramel taste with soft chewy texture, the Medjool Dates are excellent source of energy that are naturally rich in carbohydrates but low in fat.

Nutritional Value:
• Fiber
• Iron
• Potassium
• Vitamin B6
• Copper
• Magnesium
• Calcium

Health Benefits:
May protect your heart
The fiber and antioxidants in Medjool dates may help protect your heart.
Fiber can help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol and keep your arteries clean, reducing your risk of heart disease. 
Medjool dates are also a rich source of antioxidants, which help fight damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals.

Supports healthy digestion
Fiber is essential to promoting healthy digestion and bowel regularity. In fact, sufficient fiber in your daily diet helps form stool and prevent constipation.

High in antioxidants
Medjool dates boast several antioxidants, which can protect your cells from oxidative damage that can lead to diseases like cancer, heart disease, and brain ailments.
Those in Medjool dates include flavonoids, carotenoids, and phenolic acids, which have been studied for their anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and brain-protective properties.

Midas King Plum have a traditional (deep) plum flavour, not too sweet but juicy and delicious.     

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• Sodium-free
• Low-calories
• Vitamin C
• Soluble fibre
• Antioxidants

Health Benefits:
The vitamin C in plums provide certain important health benefits, they are a water-soluble vitamin and are responsible for repairing cells, boosting immunity and slowing down the ageing process.
Plums are a great fruit for weight loss as they are very low in calories and contain no saturated fats whilst promoting numerous health compounds, such as antioxidants, minerals and vitamins.
The health compounds in plums, such as dietary fibre, sorbitol, vitamin C and isatin have been found to assist in regulating the digestive system and therefore, helping to relieve constipation, resistance against infectious agents and supports in reducing inflammation.
Plums are also rich in iron which is required for red blood cell formation and potassium that helps to control heart rate and blood pressure.
Plums also contain phytonutrients, particularly phenols, which have antioxidant effects. Antioxidants may help prevent cell damage that may lead to cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegeneration and ageing.

Benefits of Eating Antioxidant-Rich Foods
Treats Constipation
Prunes (dried plums) and prune juice are popular treatments for constipation. Those who prefer a natural treatment often turn to the dried fruit or juice for relief rather than trying other forms of fibre or over-the-counter laxatives.
One review of studies published in 2014 concluded that in the treatment of constipation prunes appear to be superior to psyllium (fibre) for improving stool frequency and consistency.

Improves Heart Health
Plums contain soluble fibre, which is known for being cardio-protective and helpful in reducing bad cholesterol. Limited studies on the fruit have shown that plum consumption is associated with improved cognitive function, bone health parameters and cardiovascular risk factors.

Lowers Diabetes Risk
Results from three cohort studies validate a greater consumption of certain whole fruits is significantly linked to lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes. Plums were included in the study and identified as a low-glycaemic fruit. Research findings indicate that by replacing fruit juice with whole plums also assists in lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes.

How to enjoy Plums:
Plums have been around for thousands of years, growing in a range of colours and sizes in countries all around the world. These stone fruits are jam-packed with lots of goodness to help you lead a healthy life.
From easy snacks to delicious desserts, there are plenty of exciting ways to include plums in your diet:
• Fresh straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• as a topping for your breakfast cereals, waffles and pancakes
• mixed into your yoghurt, add to ice cream
• smoothies; experimenting with other Go Fruits’ fruits for something different and unique
• juices, cocktails
• add them to your salads, combine with other Go Fruits’ fruits for a healthy and light fruit salad
• fresh plum sauces, jams, chutneys or glazed to compliment meat dishes
• grilled, caramelised, poached and frozen for desserts, dried for trail mixes
• baked: pies, cakes, puddings, cakes, tarts, biscuits
Plums go well with: ginger, sesame, honey, lemons and oranges, cinnamon, balsamic vinegar, other stone fruits.

Rich, caramel taste with soft chewy texture, the Medjool Dates are excellent source of energy that are low in fat and makes a healthy way to satisfy a sweet tooth. These dates are huge and ideal for snacking.

Nutritional Value:
• Fiber
• Iron
• Potassium
• Vitamin B6
• Copper
• Magnesium
• Calcium

Health Benefits:
May protect your heart
The fiber and antioxidants in Medjool dates may help protect your heart.
Fiber can help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol and keep your arteries clean, reducing your risk of heart disease. 
Medjool dates are also a rich source of antioxidants, which help fight damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals.

Supports healthy digestion
Fiber is essential to promoting healthy digestion and bowel regularity. In fact, sufficient fiber in your daily diet helps form stool and prevent constipation.

High in antioxidants
Medjool dates boast several antioxidants, which can protect your cells from oxidative damage that can lead to diseases like cancer, heart disease, and brain ailments.
Those in Medjool dates include flavonoids, carotenoids, and phenolic acids, which have been studied for their anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and brain-protective properties.

Shelf Life – To keep your cherries fresh, you should refrigerate them. You just need to put the cherries in a resealable plastic bag, and then place the bag in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for 3–5 days, or even up to two weeks. If you keep cherries at room temperature, then you should be prepared to eat them immediately.

Health Facts of Cherries – A serving of sweet cherries (5 ounces, 1 cup or about 21 cherries) provides 90 calories and 3 grams fiber, and is a good source of potassium and vitamin C. Cherries are also a great source of anthocyanins, bioactive compounds that provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, cardiovascular and other benefits.

Famous country producer  – Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada and Argentina

Shelf Life – To keep your cherries fresh, you should refrigerate them. You just need to put the cherries in a resealable plastic bag, and then place the bag in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for 3–5 days, or even up to two weeks. If you keep cherries at room temperature, then you should be prepared to eat them immediately.

Health Facts of Cherries – A serving of sweet cherries (5 ounces, 1 cup or about 21 cherries) provides 90 calories and 3 grams fiber, and is a good source of potassium and vitamin C. Cherries are also a great source of anthocyanins, bioactive compounds that provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, cardiovascular and other benefits.

Famous country producer  – Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada and Argentina

Sugar Plum have a traditional (deep) plum flavour, not too sweet but juicy and delicious.     

Nutritional Value:
• Cholesterol-free
• Fat-free
• Sodium-free
• Low-calories
• Vitamin C
• Soluble fibre
• Antioxidants

Health Benefits:
The vitamin C in plums provide certain important health benefits, they are a water-soluble vitamin and are responsible for repairing cells, boosting immunity and slowing down the ageing process.
Plums are a great fruit for weight loss as they are very low in calories and contain no saturated fats whilst promoting numerous health compounds, such as antioxidants, minerals and vitamins.
The health compounds in plums, such as dietary fibre, sorbitol, vitamin C and isatin have been found to assist in regulating the digestive system and therefore, helping to relieve constipation, resistance against infectious agents and supports in reducing inflammation.
Plums are also rich in iron which is required for red blood cell formation and potassium that helps to control heart rate and blood pressure.
Plums also contain phytonutrients, particularly phenols, which have antioxidant effects. Antioxidants may help prevent cell damage that may lead to cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegeneration and ageing.

Benefits of Eating Antioxidant-Rich Foods
Treats Constipation
Prunes (dried plums) and prune juice are popular treatments for constipation. Those who prefer a natural treatment often turn to the dried fruit or juice for relief rather than trying other forms of fibre or over-the-counter laxatives.
One review of studies published in 2014 concluded that in the treatment of constipation prunes appear to be superior to psyllium (fibre) for improving stool frequency and consistency.

Improves Heart Health
Plums contain soluble fibre, which is known for being cardio-protective and helpful in reducing bad cholesterol. Limited studies on the fruit have shown that plum consumption is associated with improved cognitive function, bone health parameters and cardiovascular risk factors.

Lowers Diabetes Risk
Results from three cohort studies validate a greater consumption of certain whole fruits is significantly linked to lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes. Plums were included in the study and identified as a low-glycaemic fruit. Research findings indicate that by replacing fruit juice with whole plums also assists in lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes.

How to enjoy Plums:
Plums have been around for thousands of years, growing in a range of colours and sizes in countries all around the world. These stone fruits are jam-packed with lots of goodness to help you lead a healthy life.
From easy snacks to delicious desserts, there are plenty of exciting ways to include plums in your diet:
• Fresh straight from the fruit bowl or chilled from the fridge
• as a topping for your breakfast cereals, waffles and pancakes
• mixed into your yoghurt, add to ice cream
• smoothies; experimenting with other Go Fruits’ fruits for something different and unique
• juices, cocktails
• add them to your salads, combine with other Go Fruits’ fruits for a healthy and light fruit salad
• fresh plum sauces, jams, chutneys or glazed to compliment meat dishes
• grilled, caramelised, poached and frozen for desserts, dried for trail mixes
• baked: pies, cakes, puddings, cakes, tarts, biscuits
Plums go well with: ginger, sesame, honey, lemons and oranges, cinnamon, balsamic vinegar, other stone fruits.