Nazarenes, dressed in tunics and hoods, are the companions of the floats in a procession during Holy Week. But it is also the name given to one of the oldest scams, and there are several theories that explain it. The Nazarene scam consists of a fake businessman who goes to a company and places orders for a product that is already on the market. Although he never pays for the order, he does end up selling the merchandise. Some theories say that, since the scamming company later receives a procession of creditors, the name Nazareno was ultimately chosen. Others argue that, since the scam occurs in stages (like those during Holy Week), the name ultimately comes from here. Be that as it may, it remains a common scam, as demonstrated by a recent case: an Alicante cooperative dedicated to fruit production lost half a million euros in loquats.

A small balcony, spaces that fit four pots, and even the tightest corners can be converted into a vegetable garden. You don't have to be a farmer to harvest your own tomatoes and other vegetables full of vitamins and energy. Now that the warmer weather is fully upon us and the days are long, aromatic herbs and vegetables reach their peak on the balconies, terraces, and patios of many homes, where all kinds of plants are grown, even if only in small yields. A little bit of sun, and above all, a willingness to get dirty with the soil, is all it takes to harvest homemade organic vegetables.

You might think I'm spoiling the surprise, but that's impossible. When you get to The BoscanaThe impact of the entrance is so great that, no matter how much I tell you about it, the shock will be the same. The farm where this Bellvís restaurant is located warns us: here, Lleida's fruit is dressed up for the occasion. The project is beautiful and full of purpose. There are areas where very good work is done, but they struggle to sell themselves. However, at this excellent restaurant, they have no problem proudly serving the produce of their neighbors.

Summer fruits provide water to the body, because nature is wise and affirmation is powerful. It's the hottest time of year, the thermometer rises, and that's why we need to hydrate more often. In winter, on the other hand, fruits provide calories, because it's the time of year when energy needs are different.

Have you ever wondered why adults always say "eating fruits and vegetables is very important"? These foods are essential for a healthy diet and help children grow healthy, strong, and full of energy. In fact, including them daily and in the recommended amounts reduces the risk of cardiovascular and intestinal diseases, obesity, and even some types of cancer, and guarantees a good supply of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water, as well as beneficial substances called phytochemicals, which are small shields. This 2024-2025 academic year, the Departments of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Food of the Generalitat of Catalonia, with co-financing from the EU, have continued to promote the Fruit and Vegetables in Schools program, a campaign that promotes the consumption of fruits and vegetables among students in grades 2 and 3. This year, the project reached 664 schools and 147,646 students, and included 600 workshops and 400 visits to farms and livestock farms. The goal was to empower children to learn healthy habits and raise awareness about eating these foods.

There are many myths about fruit: how much to eat, when, how, or which one. But it all boils down to the fact that fruits are essential for a balanced and healthy diet, can be eaten at any time, are rich in vitamins and minerals, and are better eaten whole than in juice. Eulàlia Vidal Garcia, PhD in Pharmacy, nutrition expert, and professor at the Blanquerna School of Health Sciences at Ramon Llull University, gives us the keys to overcoming these misconceptions about fruit.