6 Tasty And Nutritious Fall Foods for Optimal Health

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Now is the time for crisp air, crisp apples, and focusing closely on your well-being. As the weather changes, it’s the perfect time to adjust your diet with foods that keep you healthy and nourished to prevent the pre-winter weight gain. We are swapping out the ice cream for yogurt and the cereal for overnight oats, immediately transitioning into our healthy era.

Fueling your body with the right foods will help you appreciate the effort spent into spending a bit more on foods that will help you and not harm you later on down the line. While a pumpkin spice latte and a donut is super fall-coded and sounds delicious, these six fall foods are great on their own or added to a meal, optimal for your health, and still check all the boxes for flavor.

6 Nutritious Fall Foods:

1. Apples

Who doesn’t love a crispy, fresh apple on a cool, fall day? Granny Smith, Yellow, and Honey Crisp, just to name a few. Apples are not only nutritious, but they are extremely delicious and are the perfect snack. Let’s not forget, “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away.” Whether you’re grabbing one as a quick snack, eating with a side of creamy peanut butter, or incorporating it in a yummy dish, apples are high in antioxidants and fiber, and promote heart health.

2. Kale

Spinach move out the way, kale is here to stay! Kale is definitely an acquired taste, but once you become accustomed to the crispy green leafy vegetable, you’re hooked. Let’s not forget how versatile kale happens to be: a salad, kale chips, or a smoothie. Kale is the perfect fall food to boost your immunity as it’s high in vitamins K, C, and A.

3. Pumpkin

What’s fall without pumpkin? This vegetable, known for boosting the immune system and supporting vision, is more than just pie on Thanksgiving. Pumpkin is delicious roasted, puréed, and added to smoothies, soups, or a healthy sweet treat.

4. Brussel Sprouts

The not-so-popular turned-popular vegetable we have all grown to love is a huge staple all seasons, but extra special during the fall. If you are looking to add a bit of crunch to a salad or have a savory side with your meal, brussel sprouts will give you that and so much more. A tasty vegetable loaded in vitamins K and C, brussel sprouts promote strong bones and increased immunity during the cooler months.

5. Pears

Pears are hands down apple’s first cousin. This deliciously sweet and crisp fruit radiates fall vibes. Yet another food known for boosting immunity and promoting strong bones, pears are high in fiber and rich in vitamin C. Crispy pears are a great snack, but adding boiled pears to a delicious parfait or bowl of oatmeal in the morning is definitely *chefs kiss.*

6. Butternut Squash

If you ever find yourself looking for a top tier soup eating experience, look no further. The perfect ingredient for a delicious and savory, yet sweet soup on a brisk summer evening, butternut squash reigns supreme. This hybrid of the pumpkin is a great source of potassium and vitamin A, promoting eye health and regulates blood pressure.

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6 Tasty And Nutritious Fall Foods for Optimal Health  was originally published on elev8.com