Don’t Miss Out on the Benefits of Fall Produce
By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD
It’s Fall! What better way to celebrate than purchasing seasonal produce! Foods that are in season are harvested in abundance, driving costs down. In addition to being more affordable, locally grown produce tastes better and has a higher nutritional value. Over the time that foods are harvested, stored (refrigerated) and transported, peak flavor and portions of antioxidant/phytonutrient content is lost. Purchasing locally in season produce is not only good for the bank account, but for the taste buds and body too!
To find out what’s harvested seasonally in your area, go to localharvest.org.
What’s in Season This Fall?
Apples
Artichokes
Arugula
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Celery
Cauliflower
Cranberries
Eggplant
Figs
Garlic
Ginger
Grapes
Green beans
Guava
Jalapeno Peppers
Kale
Lettuce
Mango
Mushrooms
Pears
Persimmons
Pineapples
Pomegranates
Pumpkins
Sage
Spinach
Sweet Potatoes
Swiss Chard
Winter Squash
