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Why Choose Seasonal this Summer?

Increased Nutrients

Better for the Earth

Save Money

Different fruits and vegetables reach peak ripeness at different times in the year.  When produce is in season and ripe, the nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients are the most dense. These nutrients contribute to taste which means that the seasonal produce will be the most delicious to choose from at the store. 

Producing out-of-season- fruits and vegetables can be harmful to the environment. Non-seasonal produce requires  more transportation to be delivered which increases carbon emissions. Out-of-season produce also requires greater amounts of preservatives and pesticides to ensure freshness by the time they are sold. 

Buying produce that is in season can be very cost-effective for the consumer. When a fruit or vegetable is in season, it grows more abundantly and can be harvested in larger quantities. Also, since the produce is grown closer to where it is sold, it costs less to transport the produce. This results in more cost-effective prices for the consumer.

Scroll over the icons beside each fruit or vegetable to discover more about delicious summer produce

Health Benefits

Tomatoes are rich in a carotenoid known as lycopene which has been shown to prevent certain cancers, reduce cardiovascular risk, and boost immune health.

Culinary Uses

Caprese Salad
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Health Benefits

A medium peach can provide about 2 grams of fiber. Peaches contain both insoluble and soluble fiber, both of which are important to digestive health, such as reducing constipation.
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Culinary Uses

Peach Cobbler
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Health Benefits

A single, medium-sized carrot can provide up to 73% of your daily Vitamin A recommendation. Vitamin A supports eye, skin, and immune health.

Culinary Uses

Carrot Cake
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Health Benefits

Corn is a type of whole grain which has a high amounts of B vitamins. These types of vitamins can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and anemia.

Culinary Uses

Corn Salsa
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Health Benefits

Avocados are high in poly- and mono- unsaturated fats. These types of fats are important for heart health and can even help lower LDL (bad cholesterol) levels.

Culinary Uses

Guacamole
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Health Benefits

Blueberries are referred to as a superfood because they are rich in antioxidants. These nutrients can prevent oxidative stress related to diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's.

Culinary Uses

Blueberry Pie
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Health Benefits

Eggplants contain an abundance of a phytonutrient known as Nasunin. This nutrient has been found to protect the body's cell membranes from damage, preventing the spread of disease.

Culinary Uses

Eggplant Parmigiana
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Victoria Graczyk

Nutrition Student
Pennsylvania State University

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