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Did you know…?
The US is the world’s leading producer of Strawberries.
There are more than 600 varieties of Strawberries. These include Strawberries that grow in the wild.
Strawberries are great sources of vitamin C.
Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside – the average berry has 200 seeds.
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Did you know…?
Jicama roots are edible, but the rest of the plant is poisonous.
Jicama is 90% water.
Jicama is popular in diets of people in Latin America, China, and Southeast Asia.
Jicama is an excellent source of fiber.
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Did you know…?
Buckwheat’s appearance and nutrient content make it part of the grain family, but Buckwheat is technically not a grain.
This is because Buckwheat is actually a fruit, not a seed like other grains
Buckwheat kernels, called groats, are roasted to make kasha, which you might find in dry cereals.
In Asia, Buckwheat is used to make soba noodles. Try the soba noodle salad featured this month
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