{"id":41984,"date":"2022-03-27T09:17:27","date_gmt":"2022-03-27T09:17:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=41984"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"eating-seasonally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/","title":{"rendered":"Eating Seasonally: What Does It Involve And What Are Its Benefits?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#What_Is_Seasonal_Eating\" >What Is Seasonal Eating?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#In-Season_Foods_During_Spring\" >In-Season Foods During Spring<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Vegetables\" >Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Fruits\" >Fruits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Seasonings\" >Seasonings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Summer\" >Summer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Vegetables-2\" >Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Fruits-2\" >Fruits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Seasonings-2\" >Seasonings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Fall\" >Fall<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Vegetables-3\" >Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Fruits-3\" >Fruits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Seasonings-3\" >Seasonings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Winter\" >Winter<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Vegetables-4\" >Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Fruits-4\" >Fruits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Eating_Seasonally_Health_Benefits\" >Eating Seasonally Health Benefits<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Enjoying_Flavorful_Foods\" >Enjoying Flavorful Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Promotes_Healthy_Eating_Patterns\" >Promotes Healthy Eating Patterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Boosting_Overall_Health\" >Boosting Overall Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Packing_Your_Body_With_Important_Nutrients\" >Packing Your Body With Important Nutrients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Creates_Sustainable_Eating_Patterns\" >Creates Sustainable Eating Patterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Allows_You_To_Try_New_Things\" >Allows You To Try New Things<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Seasonal_Meal_Plan_Ideas\" >Seasonal Meal Plan Ideas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Winter_Winter_Leaf_Parsnip_Salad_With_Walnuts_9\" >Winter: Winter Leaf &amp; Parsnip Salad With Walnuts (9)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Winter_Winter_Vegetable_Lentil_Soup_11\" >Winter: Winter Vegetable &amp; Lentil Soup (11)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Spring_Herby_Spring_Chicken_Pot_Pie_3\" >Spring: Herby Spring Chicken Pot Pie (3)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Summer_Summer_Allotment_Salad_With_English_Mustard_Dressing_4\" >Summer: Summer Allotment Salad With English Mustard Dressing (4)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#Autumn_Butternut_Squash_Soup_With_Chili_Creme_Fraiche_1\" >Autumn: Butternut Squash Soup With Chili &amp; Cr\u00e8me Fra\u00eeche (1)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many trends are shaping the health food industry in 2022. The coronavirus pandemic has led many individuals to readjust their eating habits and patterns, with more focus on good health. As a result, you can find such as weight loss dieting and plant-based diet plans trending. One trend that individuals are slowly exploring is seasonal eating. Here we will explore this concept and discuss the benefits, risks, and charts of seasonal eating.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Seasonal_Eating\"><\/span><b>What Is Seasonal Eating?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name implies, eating seasonally encourages the consumption of in-season fruits and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-foods-cause-acne\/\">vegetables<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-to-know-seasonal-eating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This may also mean consuming specific fish or meat at specified times of the year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-season has different definitions in different parts of the world.\u00a0 Typically, the food that is in season depends on the location and climate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a look at this rundown of an eating seasonally chart per the four main seasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In-Season_Foods_During_Spring\"><\/span><b>In-Season Foods During Spring<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the southern hemisphere, springtime runs from the end of September to a few days before Christmas. During this period, Medicine Net states that the following foods and seasonings are typically in season (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expect to find the following vegetables in your grocery stores during springtime:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asparagus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiddleheads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arugula<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turnip<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dandelion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mizuna<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sorrel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radishes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bok choy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mustard greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarb<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tatsoi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peas\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsnips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-sweet-snacks-for-weight-loss\/\">Healthy Sweet Snacks For Weight Loss And Beating Sugar Craving<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38915 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5305.png\" alt=\"4-Day Military Diet\" width=\"941\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5305.png 941w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5305-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5305.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 941px) 100vw, 941px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits\"><\/span><b>Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though we would like to have peaches or other of our favorite fruits around all year, chances are they will be most available and affordable in specific months. The fruits you could enjoy during spring are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberries<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seasonings\"><\/span><b>Seasonings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are some fresh herbs you can use to spice your food during this season (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsley<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marjoram<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thyme<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oregano<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dill\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer\"><\/span><b>Summer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer is the hottest season, this means that it lasts from the end of December to the end of March (in the southern hemisphere). Therefore, you will find the following products in stock during summer:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegetables-2\"><\/span><b>Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vegetables you will find on shelves during summer are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggplant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cucumbers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fennel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endive<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kohlrabi<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet corn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onions (red and yellow)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scallions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Okra<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer squash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppers (hot and sweet)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potatoes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radicchio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprouts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38863 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5175-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating seasonally\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5175.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5175-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5175.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5175.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits-2\"><\/span><b>Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will find plenty of fruits in the local market during summer. Some of them include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cherries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apricots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raspberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blackberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elderberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plums<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gooseberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nectarines<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seasonings-2\"><\/span><b>Seasonings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some fresh herbs and spices you will find on the shelves during this season (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tarragon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marjoram<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsley<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dill<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rosemary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Savory<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fall\"><\/span><b>Fall<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the southern hemisphere, fall lasts from the end of March to the end of June. Below is a list of produce you should expect during this season (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/snaped.fns.usda.gov\/seasonal-produce-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegetables-3\"><\/span><b>Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are the vegetables you will continue or start enjoying when autumn starts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/snaped.fns.usda.gov\/seasonal-produce-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bell peppers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brussels sprouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collard greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsnips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radishes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turnips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rutabagas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yams &amp; sweet potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter squash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss Chard<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38849 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5567-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating seasonally\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5567.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5567-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5567.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5567.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits-3\"><\/span><b>Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fruits in season during autumn are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/snaped.fns.usda.gov\/seasonal-produce-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cranberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grapes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiwifruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mangoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pears<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pineapples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raspberries<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seasonings-3\"><\/span><b>Seasonings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The herbs and spices that you will come across in the local market during fall are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/snaped.fns.usda.gov\/seasonal-produce-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rosemary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsley (flat Italian or curled)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thyme<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lavender<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter\"><\/span><b>Winter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the southern hemisphere, Winter lasts from June to September. Even though it is the coldest of all seasons and contrary to what some people might think, various foods thrive during this season. Take a look!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vegetables-4\"><\/span><b>Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some vegetables are available in the local market and grocery stores during winter. Some of these include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/snaped.fns.usda.gov\/seasonal-produce-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brussels sprouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leeks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collard greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsnips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rutabagas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter squash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yams and sweet potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turnips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss Chard<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits-4\"><\/span><b>Fruits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several fruits often reach their peak during the winter season. This means they will be available for sale at your local market and grocery store. They include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/snaped.fns.usda.gov\/seasonal-produce-guide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocados<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiwifruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grapefruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oranges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pineapples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pears<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-turnip-greens\/\">Benefits Of Turnip Greens: Reasons You Should Be Eating These Healthy Vegetables<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38845 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5577-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating seasonally\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5577.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5577-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5577.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5577.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eating_Seasonally_Health_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Eating Seasonally Health Benefits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies have shown that consuming specific produce as it is harvested at different times of the year has several benefits. Some of the benefits of eating <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-fish-good-for-weight-loss\/\">seasonally<\/a> are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enjoying_Flavorful_Foods\"><\/span><b>Enjoying Flavorful Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You enjoy fresh, nutritious, and flavorful foods when you consume them in their natural season. For example, strawberries grown in the summertime are more flavorful than those grown in the winter (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-to-know-seasonal-eating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promotes_Healthy_Eating_Patterns\"><\/span><b>Promotes Healthy Eating Patterns<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating seasonally supports <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calorie-deficit-diet-plan\/\">healthy eating<\/a> because of the emphasis on nutritious meals. For example, you are most likely to increase vegetable consumption if you focus on consuming various vegetables in season.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosting_Overall_Health\"><\/span><b>Boosting Overall Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating fruits and vegetables in season improves overall health due to the unique nutritional benefits of each fruit and vegetable. For example, strawberries contain a quercetin flavonoid that has potential <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-stop-eating-when-not-hungry\/\">anti-inflammatory properties<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/324431\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a result, it might ease inflammation. In addition, the high flavonoid content in strawberries may also promote heart health and reduce the risk of heart-related problems like cardiovascular disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/324431\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Similarly, blueberries grow in spring or late fall, and they boost overall health in various ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, they contain a powerful antioxidant known as anthocyanin that might help reduce the risk of cancers, strokes, and heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/324431\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).They also contain pterostilbene, a compound that may prevent plaque formation in the arteries (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/324431\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packing_Your_Body_With_Important_Nutrients\"><\/span><b>Packing Your Body With Important Nutrients<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding a variety of fruits and vegetables can give your body essential vitamins and minerals that you may not get throughout the year. For example, consuming Swiss chard during winter loads your body with <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mediterranean-diet-pyramid\/\">vitamins K<\/a>, A, and C, iron, fiber, potassium, and magnesium (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/swiss-chard-9-healthy-facts#:~:text=Health%20benefits%20of%20Swiss%20chard,%2C%20iron%2C%20and%20dietary%20fiber.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This vegetable is considered a nutritional powerhouse due to its rich nutritional profile and benefits. Similarly, consuming winter squash packs your body with antioxidants, folic acid, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and calcium (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/features\/winter-squash-recipes-and-tips\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This superfood also contains the three types of carotene-family phytochemicals: alpha, beta, and gamma. These may help reduce cancer risk and improve immune system function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/features\/winter-squash-recipes-and-tips\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38843 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3990-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating seasonally\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3990.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3990-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3990.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3990.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creates_Sustainable_Eating_Patterns\"><\/span><b>Creates Sustainable Eating Patterns<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Likewise, seasonal eating promotes sustainable <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/things-to-do-instead-of-eating\/\">eating patterns<\/a> because you are assured that certain foods will be available in different seasons (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-to-know-seasonal-eating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).The benefit of such eating patterns is reduced food wastage and encourages long term <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-happens-when-you-stop-eating-gluten\/\">food planning<\/a>. You can also save money because buying in-season produce is usually more cost-effective.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Allows_You_To_Try_New_Things\"><\/span><b>Allows You To Try New Things<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The different seasons offer opportunities for you to try new foods, perhaps those you have seen online, in restaurants, or on cooking shows. In addition, there are plenty of vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices that you can try out as they come into season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, be open-minded and research how best you can incorporate them <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calorie-deficit-meals\/\">into your diet<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seasonal_Meal_Plan_Ideas\"><\/span><b>Seasonal Meal Plan Ideas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you love trying out different recipes as seasons change, perhaps you would love trying any of the following recipes:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter_Winter_Leaf_Parsnip_Salad_With_Walnuts_9\"><\/span><b>Winter: Winter Leaf &amp; Parsnip Salad With Walnuts <\/b><strong>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-leaf-parsnip-salad-walnuts\">9<\/a>)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is Jon Torode&#8217;s bitter salad and vinaigrette recipe to try during winter as detailed by BBC Good Food (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-leaf-parsnip-salad-walnuts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-leaf-parsnip-salad-walnuts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 parsnips, sliced into 1cm rounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 g walnut halves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 large heads chicory or radicchio, leaves separated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp. vegetable oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">200 g mixed salad leaves, such as watercress and baby spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Torode&#8217;s vinaigrette (see below)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preparation <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-leaf-parsnip-salad-walnuts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat the oven to 200C\/180C fan\/gas 6. Toss the parsnips with the oil in a roasting tin, then roast until golden and tender, roughly 20 to 25 minutes. Add the nuts and roast for 15 more mins until they are colored. Remove from the oven, cool, and store to be cooked in about 2 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put parsnips, all the leaves, and nuts into a large serving bowl.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare the vinaigrette according to John Torode&#8217;s recipe, which is as follows: Whisk 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard and 5 tablespoons of red wine vinegar together. Add one teaspoon of walnut oil and 250 ml extra virgin olive oil, then season to taste. The vinaigrette can last one month if kept in an airtight jar.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve the vinaigrette on the side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Nutrients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-leaf-parsnip-salad-walnuts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories- 132<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat- 10 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs- 8 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber- 3 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein- 3 g<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41504 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5760.png\" alt=\"eating seasonally\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5760.png 960w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5760-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5760.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter_Winter_Vegetable_Lentil_Soup_11\"><\/span><b>Winter: Winter Vegetable &amp; Lentil Soup<\/b> <strong>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-vegetable-lentil-soup\">11<\/a>)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soups are perfect for this <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/eating-less-than-1000-calories-a-day-and-not-losing-weight\/\">cold season<\/a>. Here is one soup recipe to try, as detailed by BBC Good Food (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-vegetable-lentil-soup\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-vegetable-lentil-soup\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">85 g dried red lentils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 celery sticks, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 carrots, quartered lengthwise, then diced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 small leeks, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 large garlic cloves, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp. tomato pur\u00e9e<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp. vegetable bouillon powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 heaped tsp. ground coriander<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preparation <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-vegetable-lentil-soup\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip all the ingredients into a large pan. Pour over 1\u00bd liters of boiling water, stir well and cover to cook.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let the mixture simmer for 30 minutes until the vegetables and lentils are tender.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve the soup immediately into bowls and eat straight away. However, if you prefer a thick texture, blitz a third of the soup in a food processor or a hand blender.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Nutrients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/winter-vegetable-lentil-soup\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories- 264<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat- 3 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs- 37 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber- 13 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein- 16 g<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spring_Herby_Spring_Chicken_Pot_Pie_3\"><\/span><b>Spring: Herby Spring Chicken Pot Pie (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/herby-spring-chicken-pot-pie\"><b>3<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out this simple yet delicious one-pot pie recipe with spinach and herbs topped with crispy filo pastry. It is a perfect recipe for spring!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/herby-spring-chicken-pot-pie\">3<\/a>):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 ready-cooked chicken thighs\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp. olive oil, and a little extra for brushing over the pastry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">250 g frozen spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bunch spring onions, sliced into 3 cm pieces<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">350 ml hot chicken stock<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">200 g frozen peas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tbsp. wholegrain mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">200 ml half-fat cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd small bunch tarragon leaves finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">270 g pack filo pastry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small bunch parsley, finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preparation<\/b> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/herby-spring-chicken-pot-pie\">3<\/a>):<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat the oven to 200C\/180C fan\/gas 6. Heat the oil in a large, shallow casserole dish on medium heat. Add the spring onions and fry for 3 mins, then add the frozen spinach and cook until it starts to wilt or for 2 mins. Remove the skin from the chicken and shred the meat off the bone and into the pan. Stir through the stock and mustard. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 5 to 10 mins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir in the cr\u00e8me Fraiche, peas, and herbs, then remove from the heat. Scrunch the filo pastry sheets over the mixture, brush with a bit of oil and bake for 15 to 20 mins or until golden brown.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Nutrients<\/b> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/herby-spring-chicken-pot-pie\">3<\/a>):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories- 526<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat- 22 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs- 47 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber- 7 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein- 32 g<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-40912 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5686-1024x576.png\" alt=\"eating seasonally\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5686.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5686-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5686.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5686.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_Summer_Allotment_Salad_With_English_Mustard_Dressing_4\"><\/span><strong>Summer: Summer Allotment Salad With English Mustard Dressing (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/summer-allotment-salad-english-mustard-dressing\">4<\/a>)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is an easy salad to help you eat enough veggies with vegetables in season like potatoes. Check out the recipe as is, obtained from BBC Good Food (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/summer-allotment-salad-english-mustard-dressing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/summer-allotment-salad-english-mustard-dressing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 bunches of French Breakfast radishes, leaves washed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">400 g new-season potatoes, scrubbed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 red onion, peeled and sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small handful dill fronds, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 small cucumber, peeled, deseeded and sliced into half-moons<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>For the dressing <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/summer-allotment-salad-english-mustard-dressing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 g English mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 ml rapeseed oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp. white wine vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinch of white caster sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp. mustard seeds, toasted in a dry frying pan<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preparation <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/summer-allotment-salad-english-mustard-dressing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boil salted water in a pan and simmer the potatoes for about 10 mins until tender. Leave them to steam-dry until warm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elsewhere, whisk together all the other ingredients, then halve the warm potatoes and toss through the dressing. If you are serving this salad elsewhere, like on a picnic, carry the potatoes and other ingredients separately. You should toss everything together as you serve.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Nutrients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/summer-allotment-salad-english-mustard-dressing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories- 144<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat- 11 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs- 8 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber- 2 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein- 2 g<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38943 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5324-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Meal Plan\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5324.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5324-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5324.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5324.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autumn_Butternut_Squash_Soup_With_Chili_Creme_Fraiche_1\"><\/span><b>Autumn: Butternut Squash Soup With Chili &amp; Cr\u00e8me Fra\u00eeche (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/butternut-squash-soup-chilli-creme-fraiche\"><b>1<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Butter squash is one of the vegetables that are in season during autumn. Check out this easy recipe from BBC Good Food and try it if you have exhausted ideas on how to make this squash (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/butternut-squash-soup-chilli-creme-fraiche\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/butternut-squash-soup-chilli-creme-fraiche\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 butternut squash, about 1kg, peeled and deseeded<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 onions, diced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">850 ml hot vegetable stock<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp. olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 tbsp. cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche, plus more to serve<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 mild red chilies, deseeded and finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 garlic clove, thinly sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp. butter<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Preparation <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/butternut-squash-soup-chilli-creme-fraiche\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat the oven to 200C\/180C fan\/gas 6.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut the squash into large cubes, roughly 4 cm and 1\u00bd inches across, then toss in a large roasting tin with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roast for 30 minutes, turning once during cooking (preferably after 15 minutes), until golden and soft.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melt the butter with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan as the butternut squash cooks. Add the onions, garlic clove and three-quarters of the chilies. Cover and cook on very low heat for 15 to 20 minutes until the onions are completely soft.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip the butternut squash into the pan, add the stock and cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche, and whizz with a stick blender until smooth. If you want an extra silky soup, pour it into a liquidizer and blitz it in batches.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return to the pan and gently reheat while seasoning to taste. When ready, serve the soup in bowls with swirls of cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche and a scattering of the extra chopped chili.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Nutrients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/butternut-squash-soup-chilli-creme-fraiche\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories- 264<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat- 15 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs- 28 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber- 6 g<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein- 5 g<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Note:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nutritional information provided in each recipe is for one serving. For more details on the recipes, please visit the respective sites on BBC Good Food. Additionally, consult with your dietitian and doctor before adding any or all of these recipes to your diet plan. Be sure to let them know your reasons for adding such recipes to your diet plan. For example, some reasons could be for weight loss purposes or introducing variety.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating seasonally involves consuming fruits and vegetables that are in season. Different fruits, vegetables, and seasonings peak during different seasons. Although you can stock and consume them in other seasons, you are urged to consume them when in season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is because they are more flavorful and tasty then, not to mention cheaper. The seasonal eating approach helps you eat a variety of foods and allows for long term food planning. Consult your doctor and dietitian before making any major dietary changes, especially if you are being treated for any medical conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Eating_Seasonally\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many trends are shaping the health food industry in 2022. The coronavirus pandemic has led many individuals to readjust their eating habits and patterns, with more focus on good health. As a result, you can find such as weight loss dieting and plant-based diet plans trending. One trend that individuals are slowly exploring is seasonal [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":41985,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"coauthors":[114,87],"class_list":["post-41984","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Eating Seasonally: What Does It Involve And What Are Its Benefits? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What is seasonal eating, and what are its benefits? 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Mogeni\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/334a8f409b6a0f784ec8ae3f499a5736\"},\"headline\":\"Eating Seasonally: What Does It Involve And What Are Its Benefits?\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/\"},\"wordCount\":2463,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/eating-seasonally\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1934165816.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Nutrition\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Many trends are shaping the health food industry in 2022. The coronavirus pandemic has led many individuals to readjust their eating habits and patterns, with more focus on good health. As a result, you can find such as weight loss dieting and plant-based diet plans trending. One trend that individuals are slowly exploring is seasonal eating. Here we will explore this concept and discuss the benefits, risks, and charts of seasonal eating.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is Seasonal Eating?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">As the name implies, eating seasonally encourages the consumption of in-season fruits and <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-foods-cause-acne\/\\\">vegetables<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-to-know-seasonal-eating\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). This may also mean consuming specific fish or meat at specified times of the year.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In-season has different definitions in different parts of the world.\u00a0 Typically, the food that is in season depends on the location and climate (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/foods_nutrition_what_foods_are_in_season_when\/article.htm\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Take a look at this rundown of an eating seasonally chart per the four main seasons.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>In-Season Foods During Spring<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In the southern hemisphere, springtime runs from the end of September to a few days before Christmas. 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