Did you know that as part of my job for Ingles Markets, I do free talks and presentations for non-profit groups? I can do these in person or virtually. 

Did you know that there are 2 different types of persimmons?

There are astringent and non-astringent persimmons. 

Have you been advised by your MD or PCP to take a vitamin or mineral or herbal supplement? 

“Dietary supplements are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before they reach the market.

Cross-contamination is the term used when pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites) that may result in food borne illnesses (food poisoning) are transferred from:

1. a surface to another surface - e.g. using the same cutting board to prepare raw meat and cooked meat 

These days there’s a lot of negativity about “seed oils”. According to some of the social media “influencers”, seed oils are ones made from: canola, corn, cottonseed, soybeans, sunflower, safflower, grapeseed, flaxseed, and sesame seeds. 

Whether it’s a family gathering or a co-worker get together, what kind of meal can you make that will please everyone? 

Question: Which of your pork, poultry and beef products at Ingles Markets are “hormone-free”? 

There seems to be more interest lately in non-alcoholic (NA) beverages.  These run the gamut from mixed drinks without alcohol (aka “mocktails”) to beer and wine that can be classified as NA when they have less than 0.5% ABV (alcohol by volume). 

Question: Does Milk Cause Mucus When You Have a Cold? 

It’s the time of year in the Southeast when our backyard gardens may be full of zucchinis and of course, you can always purchase fresh zucchini at your local Ingles Market.