While our supermarkets offer a plethora of fruit and vegetables throughout the entire year, this doesn't mean we should buy and eat them all year round.
In this blog we explore the advantages of eating predominantly seasonal fruits and vegetables, for both our personal wellbeing and the environment.
Seasonal fruit and vegetables have a higher nutrient density
Seasonal produce is usually harvested at its peak ripeness, which means it has a higher nutrient content.
Fruits and vegetables that are allowed to ripen naturally on the plant before being harvested are generally richer in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Seasonal fruit and vegetables taste better
Harvesting at peak ripeness results in fruit and vegetables that generally taste better.
Buying seasonally supports local agriculture
Seasonal produce is often local, so buying it supports local farmers and the regional economy and helps to maintain a connection between consumers and local food producers.
Seasonal produce has a reduced environmental impact
Transporting food over long distances can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Eating seasonally and locally reduces the need for long-distance transportation, thereby lowering the carbon footprint associated with your food.
Seasonal produce tends to be cheaper
Seasonal produce is often more abundant and less expensive because it doesn't have to be imported from distant locations. This can make eating seasonally substantially cheaper.
Eating seasonally promotes a varied diet
As different fruits and vegetables come into season throughout the year, it naturally promotes a rotation in your food choices, providing a broader range of nutrients.
Buying seasonal produce sustainable farming practices
Farmers who follow seasonal cycles are more likely to use environmentally friendly methods, reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals, and adopt practices that promote soil health.
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