The Benefits of Eating Seasonal Produce

When the season changes throughout the year, do you notice the different produce
on the shelves? Every season has different fruits and vegetables that are at peak nutritional
value and are cost-friendly.

Four Benefits of Eating Seasonal Produce

1. Seasonal produce is picked at peak harvest time which means the produce tends to be
   higher in vitamins and minerals.
2. Produce in season tend to be cheaper than produce not in season
   – Sprouts has a weekly advertisement that highlights produce in season, and they
   have great deals on them too!
3. Eating seasonal produce helps create variety in your everyday eating
   – During the fall season squashes and pumpkins are in season, you could use these
   for sauces and desserts!
4. It can add variety to your meals.
   – Trying fruits and vegetables in season can help bring variety into your meals as
   well as helping you find new foods that you enjoy!

If you’re interested in learning more about incorporating more seasonal produce into your daily intake, contact us today and we can get you scheduled with one of our experienced Dietitians!