Did you know that Mexican produce is held to the same high safety standards as U.S.
produce? The water used to grow, rinse, and pre-cool crops is of the same or higher
quality as that used in the U.S. In fact, the special equipment that purifies
Mexico’s underground and river water is most often made in America and is more
sophisticated than the filtration systems used on many U.S. farms. Mexico’s farmers
place a high value on health and safety. Every year more and more growers are contracting
with U.S.-based, third-party certification companies to make absolutely sure that their
safety procedures from the fields to the packing houses are top-notch.
Let us know if you have any questions about fresh fruits and vegetables from Mexico. We also encourage you to visit our “produce varieties” link, or contact us directly learn more about Mexico’s abundant produce industry.
The Produce for Better Health
Foundation gives great tips on adding produce to your diet and answers your questions on
what constitutes a serving size, what benefits the different fruits and vegetables have,
and has great recipe ideas. Click on the photo to learn more.
Government Websites:
If you are interested in adding more fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet, or if you want to learn about the health benefits of the many produce items you already enjoy regularly, there are several great resources on the internet that can provide you with important information.
Did you know that bell peppers have more Vitamin C then an orange does? Would you like to know exactly what nutrients and how much is in that food item? If so, please visit www.nutrition.gov to search for nutritional fact for over 7,000 different food items. Along with all this information, you can also find information on weight management, and information about how to meet nutritional needs while building healthful eating patterns.
Have you always wanted to eat better, but felt you didn’t have the time or didn’t know how to make these changes in your life? Well we have all the information you need to make these changes. The Web Site below can get you started on eating healthier, how to make smart choices in what you eat, and how to prepare quick and easy meals that actually taste good! Along with all this exciting information, it also give you ideas on how to me more physically active in you life that will lead you to a healthier you! Please visit www.fns.usda.gov/eatsmartplayhardhealthylifestyle/ for more information for your path in a healthier life.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture also has a great new tool to help you make the best
choices when it comes to nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. Visit http://www.mypyramid.gov/ to get started on
personalizing a healthy eating plan that fits your lifestyle.
Recipe Websites:
Looking for a recipe for a certain dietary considerations? Search through different recipes that include diary-free, sugar-free, low-cholesterol, low-fat, or many other categories or recipes. Please visit http://allrecipes.com/recipes/healthy-living/main.aspx to find the perfect recipe for your needs.
Are you looking for a healthy meal and have no idea where to look? Look no further. Visit http://recipefinder.na1.usda.gov/
to find numerous recipes for any ingredient! Looking for something to make for dinner has never been easier! Fell like sharing one of your own recipes? Feel free to submit one through the database.
Haven’t find the right recipe that you are dying to try? Well visit http://www.foodfit.com to look through over 1000 delicious healthy recipes that your whole family will enjoy!
Interesting Websites:
Did you know that the average American gets a total of just three servings of fruits and vegetables a day, when we are suppose to eat 5 servings per day? Want to know more about fat, cholesterol, carbohydrates, fiber, and protein? Visit www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/fruits.html to find all you want about health.
Did you know that the mango is considered to be a sacred fruit in Southeast Asia and
Did you know that avocados provide more than 25 essential nutrients, which include potassium, fiber, Vitamin E, B-Vitamins, and folic acid? To learn more about avocados please visit http://www.avocadocentral.com/
Other Useful Government Websites:
Did you know that children and teenagers should not use aspirin for flu symptoms or chickenpox? Search the drug database to find out more information on over the counter drugs and prescription drugs. Are you looking for information on a certain disease or a certain condition? Please visit www.healthfinder.gov for more details on the drug database and to find information on certain diseases.
Fruits and vegetables are among the least likely sources of foodborne illness. By
following a few simple guidelines when cooking and preparing produce at home, you can
maintain the quality and safety of your fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Wash hands thoroughly in hot, soapy water before handling food and after handling
raw meat, eggs or seafood.
• Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly under cool running water before eating. Use a
vegetable brush to scrub peels and rinds.
• Wash knives and utensils and wash cutting boards that have touched raw meat, eggs
or seafood with hot soapy water before using them for produce.
• Additional information about reducing the likelihood of cross contamination in the
home can be found at http://www.fightbac.org/main.cfm.