Gillam Farms | Health Facts

Health Facts

Certificate Information about Health and Safety:

Gillam Farms is certified and approved by Davis Fresh Technologies. This company insures that we meet all requirements of ProSafe Certification for each year, through this documented food safety program and the use of GMPs and SSOPS in its operations. Gillam Farms uses a minimal spray program which allows you to eat the fruits the moment they ripen.

Gillam Farms Vegetables

The following are some of the fresh seasonal products that we grow on the farm. We have included nutritional information for these items below.

Asparagus
Blackberries
Blueberries
Grapes

Asparagus

Key benefits of asparagus:
It is thought that asparagus stimulates immunity and also may help to lower cholesterol. It is a good source of folate and vitamin E. It also contains fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) that promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon.

Asparagus is also a natural diuretic.

Nutritional values of asparagus
Calories	13
Potassium	110 mg
Fiber	0.7g
Folate	74 mcg
Vitamin E	1.2mg
Carotenes	255 mcg
Vitamin C	5mg
Per 100 g cooked

Blackberries

They are not naturally high in calories and fat. It is almost impossible to distinguish them from their close cousin, the boysenberry.

� cup raw: 37 Calories 119 IU Vitamin A 15 mg. Vitamin C 3.3 g. Fiber

Blueberries

Blueberries are very versatile - they can be eaten raw alone or combined with other fruits. They can be made into jams and jellies or baked into cobblers and pies. They are relatively high in fiber.

1 cup raw: 82 Calories 145 IU Vitamin A 19 mg. Vitamin C 4.4 g. Fiber

Grapes

Table grapes have been around since 4000 BC. Franciscan missionaries introduced table grapes to California in the late 1700's. They may have been introduced to Mexico as early as 1500 by the Spanish conquistadors.

Of all the grape varieties available, red grapes are probably the least well known. Purchased as an impulse item, green grapes top the consumer's choice list. Grapes need to be picked at just the right moment of ripeness because they do not sweeten after picking. Red grapes may be sweet or have a hint of tartness. Grapes are low calorie, provide vitamin C and potassium, and are low in sodium. They are great snacks, go well in the lunch box, or compliment cheese platters.

1 cup raw: 114 Calories 117 IU Vitamin A 17 mg. Vitamin C 2.6 g. Fiber

Grapes are known to be healthy. They are particularly good for women. Grapes can help women avoid the painful scarring associated with breast cancer treatment. The antioxidants in grapes protect against radiation fibrosis caused by the continuous release of free radicals, triggered when a patient undergoes radiotherapy. These antioxidants present in the grapes can mop up these potentially damaging molecules. Green seedless Grapes provide a source of carbohydrates and vitamin C with the added benefit of being sodium-free. They have a lot of boron, which is necessary for bone formation and protects against osteoporosis. Research also suggests that the extract of grape seeds has the ability to bond with collagen, which promotes a youthful skin, cell health, elasticity and flexibility. The extract helps protect the body from sun damage and improves vision. They are even at controlling hypertension.