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7 Superfoods to Stock Up On This Fall
The days are shorter and the air is crisp, which means Autumn has arrived. Although the weather is getting colder, your produce choices are just starting to heat up. Kick your meal up a notch while embracing fall with these flavorful super foods.
Healthy Fall Foods
- Apples
Number one on our list of Fall super foods are apples. Sweet or tart, apples are packed with antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin C. Don’t forget to eat the skin to benefit from heart-healthy flavonoids.
- Pumpkin
Pumpkins can be used for much more than a jack-o’-lantern. Enjoy sweet pumpkin pie, pudding, and cakes while reaping the benefits of potassium, fiber, and vitamin B. Pumpkins are typically in season from October to February.
- Butternut Squash
Otherwise known as gourds, butternut squash are similar in nutritional value and texture to pumpkins. Enjoy the sweet flavor of winter squash with other fall flavorings, such as ginger or cinnamon.
- Pears
Apart from being a tasty addition to your fall diet, pears are also packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins, and fiber. The potential health benefits of pears include heart health, maintaining blood pressure levels, and enhancing weight loss.
- Cranberries
Cranberries offer anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer health benefits. This tart treat can make a tasty addition to baked goods, turkey, stuffing, and more.
- Pomegranates
Pomegranates are an antioxidant powerhouse. The slightly sour fruit can be incorporated into your diet in a wide variety of ways. Use pomegranate juice as a marinade or toss seeds into your salads.
- Brussels Sprouts
If you’re looking for a hearty snack that’s low in calories, Brussels sprouts are the way to go. One cup of cooked Brussels sprouts contains 240% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin K1 and 130% for vitamin C. If you’re not a fan of this cruciferous vegetable, try steaming them in grass-fed butter.
Summer’s not the only seasons with vitamin-rich produce. Fall harvest brings an abundance of flavorful fruits and vegetables. These fall superfoods are rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and protein, which will help keep you healthy all season long.
At Lakeview Family Medicine, we can help you craft a well-balanced diet to help you reach your goals. Call us today!
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