THE SWAG BLOG — benefits of organic fruits and vegetables
Australian Fruits and Vegetables With The Lowest Levels Of Chemicals
Fruit and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients but today, they are also loaded with heavy chemicals. But don’t worry, there are many ways to reduce the amount of synthetic chemicals you consume without sacrificing your favourite foods. Find out how the low-chemical fruits and vegetables found in Australia and tips to reduce your exposure to chemicals.
How to Keep Berries Fresh For Longer
When we think of summer fruits, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, raspberries, and strawberries all come flooding in! We can make so many delicious things with berries, from sweet cocktails, desserts and juices to smoothies, jams and salads. But berries are such small and delicate fruits that take a long time to grow and harvest, that they remain costly even at peak season, so it’s essential to find a way to store them properly. Luckily, The Swag team has some helpful tips to keep berries fresh for weeks!
Swag Immune Booster Juice
Boost your immune system and prevent cold and flu with our Swag Immune Booster Juice! Apple cider vinegar will help detoxify your body, while celery will lower inflammation. Carrots will bring sweetness and kale the vitamins needed on colder days. If you’re looking at buying produce in bulk for a juice detox, grab our Detox Bundle and be sure to keep those precious greens nutrient-rich, fresh and crisp for longer.
Why Fruit and Vegetables Contain Fewer Nutrients Than Before and How The Swag Can Help.
Recent studies show that the amount of nutrients fruit and vegetables carry has declined in the past 70 years, threatening public health all over the globe and particularly for low-income earners. A study released in 2016 disclosed that in half a decade (1950 to 1999), 43 different crops experienced a change in 13 nutrients, and this includes household favourites like strawberries, watermelon, asparagus and snap beans.
What Exactly are Organic Fruit and Vegetables and are They Worth the Extra Cost?
It’s no secret that, here at The Swag, we’re big advocates of a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables. However, a question many people ask is about the merits of organic fruit and vegetables in comparison to standard produce. In this article we’ll explore a little more about exactly what makes produce organic and the benefits of it: What makes fruit and vegetables organic? Fruit and vegetables which are labelled organic are considered this way because of how they’re grown. To be classified as organic, no chemical fertilisers are used nor are synthetic pesticides or herbicides. Instead natural fertilisers...
