Why you do not want to miss out on these Fall Fruits and Veggies

As soon as October rolls around, fall lovers slip on their sweaters, hats, boots and revel in the cool weather. One of the things people most love about.

Even in areas where fall in the classic sense (falling leaves, goldening greenery, cool weather) does not occur, coffee shops and grocery stores begin to sell and squash everything - from soups to waffles.

It's clear that no matter what the case looks like, where are you, where are those to scream out FALL IS HERE!

Luckily, fall fruits and veggies bring with them a holiday feeling as well as a range of benefits for your health.

Here we explore 4 fall fruits and veggies and plenty of reasons to make the most of this season.

Apple

It's apple-picking season! Get a little colder and enjoy a meal with your friends. If apple-picking is not an option for you, eating apples can be sure.

What makes apples so good for you? Feeding with fiber, promoting a feeling of satiation (feeling full) and promoting healthy digestion.

Sprinkling them with cinnamon and baking them in the oven for 15 minutes. Top them with a drizzle of honey for tad of extra sweetness.

Pumpkin and squash

What is more iconic of fall than the pumpkin? Do not stop your pumpkin activities stop at carving. Pumpkins and other members of the squash family have tons of health benefits as well!

They are a good source of tons of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Thiamin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Iron, Magnesium and Phosphorus, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.

Best of all, squash is very versatile depending on the type you get. Spaghetti squash can be steamed and eaten just like spaghetti, while pie pumpkin is a great fresh alternative to the canned version. Pumpkin seeds can be seasoned and baked for a delicious crunchy snack that delivers fiber, protein and plenty of important minerals.

Brussel Sprouts

Brussel sprouts are a member of the Brassicaceae family (Brassica), which is the most widely consumed group of plants around the world. A review of the benefits that vegetables of the brassica family offers was carried out by the „Department of Human Nutrition in Cracow, Poland“, and they found that studies show that Brussel sprout’s benefits come from their phytochemicals. They prevent oxidative stress, induce detoxification enzymes, stimulate immune system, decrease the risk of cancers, inhibit malignant transformation and carcinogenic mutations, as well as, reduce proliferation of cancer cells.

Baked Brussel sprouts with a drizzle of olive oil are the perfect side to any warm meal.

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes, with their bright orange color, and thick, creamy texture, are the ultimate comfort food of fall. Bake or boil it and mash it with a tad of nutmeg for a delicious, slightly sweet treat, or slice it thin and add some salt and pepper before broiling it for some healthy chips.

A cup of sweet potato has a whopping 769% of your daily value of vitamin A, thanks to its orange color. It is also an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, potassium, and plenty of other vitamins and minerals. These nutrients could help to strengthen your immune system to fight off any incoming colds.

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These foods are not only delicious, but they are great for your health. As if we need another reason to love the season, right? Slip on your fuzzy socks and sweater and enjoy your fall evenings.