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The black mission fig received its name from the occasion of Franciscan monks bringing the fruit to California in the mid 1700s. They are deep purple in hue, but turn black when dried. For people trying to reduce their fat intake, figs are an appropriate staple as they do not contain fat yet provide fibre … Read more Organic Black Mission Figs

Prunes have the reputation for being a laxative because of their high dietary fibre content. However, this fibre also aids in reducing cholesterol levels. Prunes are rich in fibre because of their high levels of pectin. The prune is also notable for its levels of vitamin B6, potassium, and iron.

Banana chips are an energy-dense snack. They also provide fibre, potassium, manganese and niacin. They are not to be confused with chifles, which are made from plantains.

Turkey is one of the world’s largest apricot producers. Fresh apricots have a short shelf life, and therefore are usually available in their dried form. They provide fibre, calcium, vitamin A , vitamin C, iron, and carotenes.

The Thompson raisin, also known as the Sultana raisin, is popular because it is seedless. The Sultana grape, which the Thompson raisin is derived from, is also widely grown because of its soil and weather adaptability.

The flame raisin is known for its exceptional sweetness. Flame raisins are of the seedless variety and provide fibre and iron.

Cranberries are indigenous to North America. The fruit was named “cranberry” by European settlers who called it “crane-berry,” thinking the plant’s flower resembled the head of a crane. Cranberries contain phytonutrients that may have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects on the body.

Unlike what we are familiar with as “currants,” which are tart, bush-grown berries, the Zante currant is more similar to raisins being from the grape family, sweet and grown on a vine.

Although often affiliated with the hippie health food movement of the 1960s, granola—originally made from a baked and crumbled mixture of graham flour and whole grains—was first created by Dr. John Harvey Kellogg in the 1870s. The food was first called granula, but was changed to ‘granola’ after Kellogg was sued by Dr. James Caleb … Read more Organic Berry Gourmet Granola

The lentil is a member of the legume family. It is known for its lens-shaped seeds that grow two seeds to a pod. Lentils have been a food source since aceramic Neolithic times, being one of the earliest domesticated crops in the Near East. Archaeological evidence reveals they were eaten 9,500 to 13,000 years ago. … Read more Organic French Green Lentils

The lentil is a member of the legume family. It is known for its lens-shaped seeds that grow two seeds to a pod. Lentils have been a food source since aceramic Neolithic times, being one of the earliest domesticated crops in the Near East. Archeological evidence reveals they were eaten 9,500 to 13,000 years ago. … Read more Organic Green Lentils

The great northern bean is the largest of white beans. It is related to the kidney and pinto beans, and is often used as a substitute for kidney beans because of its similar shape. They are usually grown in the American Midwest. And nutritionally, these beans are sources of iron, folate and magnesium.

Lima beans are named after Lima, Peru, where they were first known to be cultivated. They come in bush and pole varieties. They are sometimes referred to as ‘butter beans.’ The beans are flat and kidney-shaped.

Garbanzo beans, or “chickpeas,” are part of the legume family. Instead of having the flat oval shape, they are rounder than most beans and are usually a pale cream colour. These garbanzo beans are grown here in North America by Chickplease and are of the Kabuli variety. Chickplease is run by the third generation of … Read more Organic Garbanzo Beans

Split peas are high in dietary fibre and protein, and have a low glycemic index value. Splitting the peas decreases cooking time, and is said to give them a softer texture and a slightly sweeter taste. They come in yellow and green varieties.