In 1998, Anthony Pile established Blue Skies to export freshly cut fruit to supermarkets in Europe. As time went on, the company expanded to offer fruit juice to the local market. Today, Blue Skies supplies a diverse range of retailers worldwide with products ranging from cut fruits to fruit juice and ice cream. Their export products include mango, papaya, pineapple, melon, and coconut, which are shipped to destinations such as the United Kingdom, The Netherlands, France, Italy, and Switzerland.

Eating fruits can help address nutritional deficiencies and support bodily functions. Fruits contain important nutrients like calcium, magnesium, Vitamin K, and Vitamin E, which may help manage chronic conditions and strengthen the immune system. Blue Skies is committed to processing products in their country of origin, delivering finished fruit juice products quickly to preserve their nutritional value and benefit consumers' health.

Eating fruits provides vital vitamins and minerals that boost our health and energy levels. They also contain dietary fibre that helps regulate blood cholesterol and lower the chances of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Bananas, mangoes, apples, and strawberries are examples of fibre-rich fruits that have anti-cancer and laxative properties that support digestion. Furthermore, fruit fibre can prevent kidney stone formation.

Eating fruits can help regulate blood pressure and decrease the chance of developing cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Fruits such as avocado, banana, and orange contain potassium which is great for maintaining normal blood pressure. These fruits are also low in fats and carbohydrates, making them a healthier food option. Additionally, heart-healthy fruits like apples, apricots, and grapefruit are rich in flavonoids, carotenoids, potassium, and magnesium, all of which protect the heart from diseases.

It is recommended for expectant mothers to eat fruits like oranges and grapefruit, as they're rich in folate (folic acid). This nutrient aids in the production of red blood cells and lowers the chances of physical and mental birth defects in the unborn child while promoting the well-being of both mother and baby.

Blue Skies Ltd is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and follows international standards such as "Linking Environment and Farming" (LEAF) and Fairtrade. In addition to providing delicious fruit juices to Ghanaians, the company also creates job opportunities for locals and contributes to the government's revenue through tax payments. This helps to promote social and economic development in the countries where the fruits are grown. Blue Skies has production facilities in Egypt, South Africa, Brazil, and the United Kingdom, in addition to Ghana.

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Information from www.blueskies.com and https://www.apollodiagnostics.in/blog/10-benefits-of-fruits-in-our-life was used in this story