5 Beneficial Foods to Enjoy During Fall ….. Sweet + Savory

Fall is known to be the season with the richest fruits and vegetables. However, fall foods are not only rich in flavor but they are also rich in nutrients and benefits. So, here are 5 beneficial sweet and savory foods to enjoy during the fall:

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Pumpkins

 

Pumpkins are filled with a great amount of healthy nutrients and minerals like protein, fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, copper, manganese, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin E, phosphorus, folate, zinc and magnesium. They contain some antioxidants like alpha-carotene, beta-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin that neutralize the free radicals in the body and prevent them from destroying the cells.

 

Pumpkins can also increase the immunity, improve heart health and aid in weight loss.

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Pears

 

Pears contain a number of healthy nutrients like fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, copper and potassium. They improve the gut health seeing as they are rich in both soluble and insoluble fibers that maintain the regularity of the bowel and reduce constipation. Pears also have anti-inflammatory properties, can aid weight loss and may improve the heart health.

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Sweet Potatoes

 

Sweet potatoes are a great source of nutrients and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, manganese, vitamin B6, pantothenic acid, niacin and copper. They also improve the gut health, boost the immunity and enhance brain function.

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Cranberries

 

Cranberries are a great source of antioxidants that work on fighting diseases. They also have some anti-inflammatory compounds that work along with the antioxidants to improve the brain function. Cranberries are also known to boost the immunity, help with weight loss, improve the heart health and nourish the skin.

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 Squash

 

Squash is filled with healthy nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, folate, riboflavin and magnesium. It also helps increase the bone strength as well as the body’s ability to digest and process fats and carbs seeing as it is rich in manganese.

 

Make sure to enjoy these 5 beneficial foods during the fall and Stay Safe!