Cool crisp mornings, trees blazing with color, apple harvests and everything pumpkin are a few of the things that mark the start of fall. You\u2019ve also probably noted that your grocery store is embracing all the delicious produce that comes with this season, so if you haven\u2019t made the switch yet, now is the time!<\/p>\n
Fall as opposed to summer is about slowing down with hearty and cozy meals that provide comfort, which sound perfect before the holiday craze. And the good news for you is that not only is the autumn harvest perfect for creating comforting meals that will warm up your kitchen but these seasonal fruits and vegetables are packed with nutrients that are needed for reducing the risk of nutritional imbalances and maintaining good health.<\/p>\n
Benefits of eating seasonally and locally <\/strong><\/p>\n Choosing seasonal produce near you can have a big impact on your health and the health of our planet. Being able to find fresh strawberries year round is a nice perk of the global economy but they probably traveled thousands of miles before reaching your supermarket. Reducing \u201cfood miles,” the distance our food travels through the extensive supply chain to reach our plate, reduces greenhouse emissions. Eating seasonally and locally may also be better for your health as it encourages a varied diet and this is essential for getting vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients your body needs and may not get if you stick to the same foods year round. Additionally, local seasonal foods taste better and nutrient content is at its highest because they are grown in optimum conditions and harvested at peak ripeness. Keep in mind that seasonal produce may depend on where you live but here is a list of common fruits and vegetables that are in season during the fall.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fruits<\/strong><\/p>\n Pumpkin gets all the glory this time of year but try to up your game with this handy list of fruits. Yes, pumpkin is actually a fruit!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n -Apples<\/p>\n -Asian Pears<\/p>\n -Bell peppers<\/p>\n -Cranberries<\/p>\n -Dates<\/p>\n -Figs<\/p>\n -Grapes<\/p>\n -Kumquats<\/p>\n -Persimmon<\/p>\n -Pomegranate<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n Nothing says fall more than delicious and cozy meals and you are in luck because we have some nutritious, healthy and heartwarming recipes\u00a0 featuring our BeBOLD Bars and some\u00a0 of our favorite fall vegetable harvest.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n –<\/strong>Beets<\/p>\n -Broccoli<\/p>\n -Brussel Sprouts<\/p>\n -Cabbage<\/p>\n -Cauliflower<\/p>\n -Celery<\/p>\n -Collard Greens<\/p>\n -Endive<\/p>\n -Fennel<\/p>\n -Green Beans<\/p>\n -Kale<\/p>\n -Parsnips<\/p>\n -Sweet Potatoes\u00a0 (This Sweet Potato Casserole<\/a> with BeBOLD Streusel will be your new favorite side dish for Thanksgiving.)<\/p>\n -Turnips<\/p>\n -Pumpkin *<\/p>\n -Acorn Squash *<\/p>\n -Delicata Squash *<\/p>\n -Butternut Squash *<\/p>\n