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Article: Fresh-cut fruit moves into the fast lane.
- Article from:
- Agricultural Research
- Article date:
- August 1, 2005
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When it comes to eating, many Americans value convenience--a mentality that can get our waistlines into trouble. Fortunately, the term "fast food" is starting to include colorful, fiber-rich fruits and veggies--already peeled, sliced, and ready to eat.
Think of perfectly ripened pineapple chunks, minus the labor of carving away the tough rind. Or fragrant, sweet cantaloupe presliced and packaged--without the hassle of scooping out slimy seeds from inside the core.
The notion is catching on. According to the International Fresh-cut Produce Association, fresh-cut fruits and vegetables make up one of the fastest growing food categories in U.S. supermarkets. ...