10 Fall Fruits and Vegetables To Add To Your Diet

Summer might be ending, but autumn is arriving with a gorgeous and colorful range of fruits and vegetables. Not only are they a beauty when plated, but these vibrant ingredients contain a powerhouse of nutrients that your immune system needs more than ever – especially with the risk of COVID-19. If you’re looking to brighten up your Instagram story while improving your health, opt for these tasty choices instead of fast food.

Carrots

You can sometimes get colorful wild carrots that range from cream to purple, but the most common is that lovely orange hue. Hit up your local farmers market and consider glazing them with honey before giving them a bake in the oven – the result is succulent and packed with more than double your daily dose of vitamin A.

2. Butter lettuce

If you’re not quite ready for kale yet, consider butter lettuce. This smooth lettuce is deliciously decadent and doesn’t taste overly healthy. It’s a perfect addition to a sandwich, or even as a salad base on its own. Butter lettuce is filled with an important antioxidant called beta-carotene and a phytochemical called lutein. Both of these are key in preventative measures against degenerative diseases.

3. Mushrooms

There are so many different kinds of mushrooms. We love a succulent portobello, or a hearty mushroom soup on a chilly day. Mushrooms are essentially an inflammation-decreasing superfood, and they’re robust in flavor – enough to be compared to a meat! They’re also packed with prebiotics, which feed the microbiota in your intestines and promotes healthy digestion.

4. Apples

Apple picking is one of our favorite fall activities; there’s just so much that you can make with them! From apple and squash soup to stuffing, there are lots of savory options along with the classic unhealthy options like apple pie and strudel. Baked apple rings also hit the spot when you sprinkle the naturally sweet treat with cinnamon. Apples contain vitamin C and tons of antioxidants. They also contain pectin, a prebiotic which is known to reduce high cholesterol levels while keeping your gut happy.