Vegetables: Frequently Asked Questions
Are pumpkins vegetables?
A pumpkin is not a vegetable; it's a fruit! In fact, it's a berry. Pumpkins belong to the family Cucurbitaceae, which includes cucumbers, melons, squash, and gourds. Within this family is the genus Cucurbita which includes gourds, winter and summer squash, and all varieties of pumpkin. There are four species that are considered "pumpkins," but only one is the species most people would recognize as the traditional pumpkin used for carving jack-o-lanterns and baking pies.
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A pumpkin is not a vegetable; it's a fruit! Pumpkins belong to the family Cucurbitaceae, which includes cucumbers, melons, squash, and gourds. Within this family is the genus Cucurbita which includes gourds, winter and summer squash, and all varieties of pumpkin. Most pumpkin fruits are orange, but some are white, yellow, or other colors. There are four species that are considered "pumpkins," but only one is the species most people would recognize as the traditional pumpkin used for carving jack-o-lanterns. ...
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Are the vegetables organic?
This, you might not realize, is a loaded question, so before giving you the long answer, here's our short answer: We do not use chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides. We take care of our land in a sustainable manner. We pay our help a liveable wage. We do not knowingly use and to the best of our knowledge we do not use genetically modified seeds (sometimes it is very difficult to know for sure because seed companies aren't always forthcoming with this information). ...
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Why Are The Vegetables Ground Up?
Carnivores are unable to break down the cellulose in the cell walls of plant matter, a process which is necessary before the nutrients can be extracted and utilized from the vegetables. Our vegetables are finely ground enabling your pet to obtain optimal nutrient value from them.
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Are Sea Vegetables Safe?
The sea vegetables in Mineral Supreme are grown and harvested in pure ocean waters and contain no toxic or chemical residues. All of the naturally occurring trace minerals, macro minerals, amino acids, vitamins, enzymes and nutrients are derived in a laboratory environment by way of a proprietary aqueous extraction method in which no heat or chemicals are ever used or added, rendering all of the natural components of sea vegetation in their purest form and balance. ...
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Will there be vegetables in the garden?
In response to concerns over the environmental quality of the sites air and soil, the committee has placed a moratorium on edible plants for a period of one year. The resulting, organic, ornamentals garden will be cultivated in raised beds using new topsoil. A small test garden of edible plants will be monitored and tested at the end of the moratorium to determine future planting schemes and evaluate the safety of incorporating edible plants in the garden.
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What vegetables are related to Asparagus?
Asparagus is a member of the lily family. It also includes leeks, onions and garlic.
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The asparagus plant is a member of the lily family, which also includes onions, leeks and garlic.
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What are Sea Vegetables?
Sea vegetables are wild ocean plants, or marine algae, enjoyed daily as staple and healing foods in many coastal parts of the world. Small amounts of sea veggies add a rich flavor and enhance the nutritional value of most dishes. Popular American sea vegetables are Dulse, Kelp, Alaria, Laver, from the east coast, and Sea Palm from the west coast. Asian varieties include Nori, Hiziki, Arame, Kombu and Wakame. We provide Dulse , Kelp , Alaria, Laver , Nori , Sea Lettuce , and Bladderwrack .
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What is a serve of fruit and vegetables?
One serve of fruit is equal to one medium sized piece of fruit, two smaller pieces or one cup of chopped fruit. One serve of vegetables is equal to one medium sized potato, ½ cup cooked vegetables or one cup of salad vegetables.
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When will vegetables be available?
We will begin our 2008 season in late June. Please look for a post card in late May with pick-up site information and your site coordinator's contact information.
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Are canned vegetables safe?
Yes. They are absolutely safe. Research shows that the modern canning process not only destroys bacteria that can cause food spoilage, but also can eliminate as much as 99% of the pesticide residues occasionally found in fresh produce. This is largely accomplished through the normal washing, peeling, blanching and heat processing of canned vegetables. CANNED TUNA
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What is in mixed vegetables?
Broccoli, mange tout, Chinese leaves, corn kernels, straw mushrooms, onions and carrots.
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What is Chan's Fruit & Vegetables?
Blues Traveler did a couple of gigs under this pseudonym just like Black Crowes used the name "Blessed Chloroform. " However, Chan denied the possibility of it ever happening again. The name came from a company logo that the band saw on a truck in New York one day.
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How about vegetables?
Rocky Mountain Seasoning is a great all purpose vegetable blend as is the Lake Shore Drive Seasoning.
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Are your vegetables organic?
While not certified as such, we do raise our vegetables in an organic manner. We have owned our land for the last 22 years and do not use herbicides, incesticides or chemical fertilizers.
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What vegetables will I get?
Each week the vegetables will differ based on seasonal availability. The growers have planned and are anticipating a large variety of vegetables. Systems have been put in place to rotate what members get weekly. The systems include two different boxes being delivered each day with each box having different vegetables, this will allow us to rotate boxes each week and allow for more choices. Boxes will otherwise be the same except in the case of food allergies.
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What are the fruits and vegetables made of?
The majority of our fruits and vegetables are made from a compressed polyfoam material, which gives the product a solid structure and makes it lightweight and durable.
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The majority of our fruits and vegetables are made from a compressed polyfoam material, which gives the product a solid structure making it lightweight and durable.
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Are olives fruits or vegetables?
Olives are fruits, grown on the olive tree, olea europaea. Olive trees have been cultivated for thousands of years, and were already plentiful during biblical times. Plucked from the tree, the olive is extremely bitter, and virtually inedible. Prior to eating, olives are typically cured, either in brine, water or in oil. (Some prefer to cure them further in the bottom of a martini glass! ) Freshly picked olives can also be stir-fried to remove some of the bitterness before eating.
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Olives are fruit, grown on the olive tree, olea europaea . Olive trees have been cultivated for thousands of years, and were already plentiful during biblical times. Plucked from the tree, the olive is extremely bitter, and virtually inedible. Prior to eating, olives are typically cured, either in brine water or in oil. Freshly picked olives can also be stir-fried to remove some of the bitterness before eating.
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Is it safe to eat vegetables?
Vegetable can be eaten here. If you are buying fresh fruits and vegetables it is best to soak the produce in purified water and add one or two drops of Microdyne (available at most mexican grocery stores) or similar disinfectant, as per the product's instructions. Vegetables are best eaten cooked opposed to raw.
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What are examples of starchy vegetables?
Potato, sweet potato, yams, taro, corn, peas, all types of beans, lentils, winter squash (acorn, butternut, pumpkin), and plantains.
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How IQF vegetables are better than other frozen vegetables?
The product is quickly frozen below the temperature at which bacterial, mould and yeast growth occurs. IQF vegetables have benefits of Best freshness close to natural freshness, Better taste, Better flavour / aroma, Better colour/appearance, Better nutritive value over other preserved vegetables.
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Which vegetables are high-protein vegetables?
The high protein vegetables that MUST be a part of every meal are: Spinach Wax Beans Broccoli Cauliflower Asparagus Mushrooms Green Beans Green Peppers Celery Scallions Cabbage Bean Sprouts Radishes Cucumbers Alfalfa Sprouts Okra (not fried! ) Artichokes All leafy greens (lettuce, kale, etc.)
Are the vegetables checked for bugs? How are the vegetables prepared?
All vegetables are prepared and checked according to the strictest standards of the OU and Rabbi Gruber
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All vegetables are prepared and carefully checked according to the rules implemented by the OU and Rabbi Gruber.
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Are Canned Fruits and Vegetables as nutritious as Fresh or Frozen fruits and vegetables?
part study conducted by the University of Massachusetts found that recipes using canned vegetables are similar in nutritional value and taste profile to those made with fresh or frozen vegetables. Our canned products are packed straight after being harvested and this helps to preserve all the nutrients.
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Are fresh vegetables more nutritious than frozen vegetables?
According to the International Food Information Council, the nutritional value of frozen vegetables is virtually identical to fresh produce. The Mount Sinai School of Medicine Complete Book of Nutrition concurs. The book reveals that fresh produce that sits unused in the refrigerator for too long will actually lose taste and nutrition. Since frozen vegetables provide the same health benefits as fresh, they offer a convenient and nutritious alternative.
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