{"id":2768,"date":"2016-07-21T16:50:05","date_gmt":"2016-07-21T16:50:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthyzesty.com\/?p=2768"},"modified":"2016-10-13T20:45:41","modified_gmt":"2016-10-14T00:45:41","slug":"why-eating-in-season-is-healthier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthyzesty.com\/why-eating-in-season-is-healthier\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Eating in Season is Healthier"},"content":{"rendered":"
Did you notice that with\u00a0each season you crave something else? Or you gravitate around certain foods? That\u2019s because with the change of season and, therefore, temperature, your body is trying to stay balanced and compensate for what is lacking most. Also, your body naturally adapts to the produce that\u2019s in season, and it’s best you consume seasonal foods, as that\u2019s when their natural concentration of nutrients and flavor is at its best.<\/h5>\n
During fall and winter, for instance, our\u00a0diet calls for foods high in protein and fat. During spring, low-fat foods are recommended, and during summer, a naturally high-carbohydrate diet is said to be best. The body naturally craves soups, nuts, warm grains, and protein like meat and fish during the winter to stay warm; low-fat foods like salads, berries, and leafy greens in the spring to feel light; and naturally high-carbohydrate foods like fruits and vegetables in the summer to keep the body cool.<\/h5>\n

Eating with the seasons allows you to eat as nature intended.<\/span><\/h4>\n
When you eat in season you tend to eat more locally grown produce, which is a lot healthier than eating produce that has been grown far away and went through long shipments and many hands until it reached your table. The more hands and time involved until it reaches your table, the less nutrient dense your food gets.<\/h5>\n
So, when you can, go for locally grown produce<\/strong> and adjust your eating habits and menu based on what\u2019s fresh and in season. And chances are the produce that\u2019s in season and locally grown is cheaper as well. What better reason to keep your eyes open for local and seasonal produce?<\/h5>\n

Top 3 Benefits of Seasonal Foods:<\/span><\/h4>\n