Next time you bite into
Next time you bite into
Fruit
Next time you bite into a slice of watermelon or a cob of corn, consider this: These familiar fruits and veggies didn't always look and taste this way.
Genetically modified foods, or GMOs, inspire strong reactions nowadays, but humans have been tweaking the genetics of our favorite produce for millennia.
While GMOs may involve splicing genes from other organisms (such as bacteria) to give plants desired traits — like resistance to pests, selective breeding is a slower process whereby farmers select and grow crops with those traits over time.
From bananas to eggplant, here are some of the foods that looked totally different before humans first started growing them for food.
Source: Independent
Mango
Supports General Wellness
The humble mango is a tropical fruit which is a member of the cashew family. (Really!) But are mangoes good for you? Absolutely—starting with the several antioxidants in its delicious golden pulp. Antioxidants play an essential role in protecting cells from harmful free radicals. Snacking on antioxidant-rich foods like mango, blueberries, and strawberries is a simple way to support a healthy lifestyle.
Source: Taste of Home
Fruit
Fruit
Who doesn’t love fresh fruit? It’s delicious, sweet, and good for you.
If you get a hunger pang, what better choice can you make than a piece of fresh fruit?
But unfortunately, not all fruits are created equally.
While they all have health benefits, some are healthier than others.
And with some fruits, the drawbacks are actually worse than the benefits — talk about a buzzkill!
You should be looking for fruit high in fiber and vitamins, and low in calories and sugar.
If you don’t, you may not be enjoying the healthy snack that you think you are.
Source: Mashed
