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. 

The color of the egg’s shell is based on the type or breed of the hen. Some hens produce white eggs, others brown, blue and even green eggshells.