Although the holiday season is bound to be filled with sweets, treats and other good eats, you still want to stay on top of your healthy diet game and eat your fruits and veggies.
Wondering which produce is tops when it comes to both health benefits and deliciousness? Here are our picks. Be sure to add these to your next shopping list:
Leafy Greens: There are plenty of leafy greens that not only taste great but are good for you, too. Kale, collards, chard and various lettuces are rich in vitamins A,C, and K and are readily available during the winter months.
Pomegranates: Pomegranates are wonderful additions to any meal, or you can simply enjoy these fruits on their own. As a bonus, this fruit also provides plenty of health benefits, such as helping in the fight against heart disease, various cancers, obesity and more.
Onions: With high amounts of vitamin C and fiber, onions are flavorful ingredients to add to your meals. They not only taste delicious but also offer myriad health benefits.
Citrus Fruits: Oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes are chock full of vitamin C and should definitely be included in your daily dietary lineup. Having just one orange a day can give you your full daily dose of this essential vitamin!
Parsnips: Many would be surprised to know how much you can do with parsnips in recipe creation—and how good the finished product tastes. In addition to being a tasty side dish, parsnips also provide you with fiber, folate, potassium and vitamin C.
Potatoes: Love potatoes but steer clear because of the starch? Don’t! These year-round vegetables are filled with folic acid, magnesium, potassium, vitamin C and more.
Sources: EatingWell.com; Greatist.com.
- Photo: Amy Strauss
