Berry Facts Archives

February 21, 2008

Why The Acai Berry May Be The Most Powerful Berry on the Block

You Can't Grow This Berry, But You Might Want to Buy It

Usually this blog is dedicated to growing berries from home all year long. However, I've been a big fan of a certain type of berry (the acai berry) for many years now and I feel a bit remiss that I haven't shared this fantastic fruit with you before. So even though it's not practical to grow a 100-foot palm tree to get this great berry, I'm going to tell you why you might want to buy it from the stores.

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Posted by Berry Jerry at 8:18 PM | Permalink

February 13, 2008

Can Berries Help You Live Longer?

We May Get More Than Enjoyment From Our Beloved Berries

If recent findings from Finland are any indication, we may be getting more than enjoyment from the berries we grow. It seems that berries can actually help us live longer if we eat them every day. Want to know more? Here's some interesting berry information...

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Posted by Berry Jerry at 7:59 PM | Permalink

October 6, 2007

Are You Allergic to Strawberries?

Strawberries Sometimes Have a Downside

We love berries, and so do our readers. It’s no wonder that strawberries, blueberries, and cranberries can have such a revered status. They’re tasty on their own, plus they’re versatile and form the basis of many great desserts and creations. There is a downside to at least one of these fruits, however. Strawberries sometimes have a nasty side, and I've got the scoop below.

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Posted by Berry Jerry at 7:08 PM | Permalink

May 28, 2007

Do You Really Know Your Berries?

Widening Your Berry Horizons

Most of us know which foods can be considered fruits and which can not. Many of us also know many of the foods that fall under the definition of berries. For example, we all know that blueberries, strawberries and raspberries all fall under the berry category. that being said, recognizing a berry isn't always as easy as reading into the name.

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Posted by Berry Jerry at 10:51 PM | Permalink

May 15, 2007

Backyard Berries: 10 Things You Probably Didn't Know

Interesting Facts About Backyard Berries

Think you know everything there is to know about backyard berries? You may want to think twice! Here are 10 interest berry facts that just might surprise you!

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Posted by Berry Jerry at 10:27 PM | Permalink

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