The nutritionist explains why it is recommended to consume seasonal foods and indicates the spring options to include in the diet
The consumption of seasonal foods contributes to maintaining a healthy diet. But in addition, it also helps reduce costs with the fair and the market, as harvesting makes some products cheaper, reducing the value of the entire diet.
With the arrival of spring in the southern hemisphere, the increased frequency of rains and mild temperatures intensify the humidity of the air. This is a very favorable scenario for the production of some fruits and vegetables typical of the season. And, in addition to budget and health, experts indicate that the consumption of seasonal foods contributes to conservation of the environment.
According to the coordinator of the Nutrition course at Faculdade Anhanguera, Professor Camila Junqueira, seasonal fruits have growing and harvesting characteristics favored by climatic aspects. Therefore, they arrive at the points of sale cooler and at cheaper prices.
“There are techniques to ensure that all types of food are available throughout the year, but these interventions affect the flavor and nutritional value of the ingredients,” says the professor.
While it is possible, off-season food production can be harmful to the environment. This is because soil preparation depends on a larger volume of fertilizers and pesticides for cultivation. The crops available according to the seasons of the year are linked to the natural cycle of plants and therefore require fewer adaptations.
Seasonal fruit to add to your diet
Fruit options available in greater abundance between September and December help maintain a balanced body temperature and are easily digested. Examples of citrus fruits include the pineapplerich in magnesium, mandarinto pear and lime oranges and the acerola.
Types of silver banana comes from banana apple, sources of potassium, in addition to Mango, papaya, watermelon, melon, giabuticaba And embark aft.
Vegetables and greens to add to the dish
During the spring, the cultivation of tubers such as carrot, beet And radish is favored. THE Kale it is also more present in season and can be included in the diet. It is rich in antioxidants and minerals, such as potassium and iron, which help prevent anemia and control blood pressure.
Herbs and spices like Fennel, mint, blonde, Chives, Origan And coriander they are cooler in humid weather. salads with cucumber And chicoryas well as dishes with aubergine, Leek And artichoke they are also among the recommendations of experts.
Camila recommends that the consumption of these foods should preferably be stopped raw material. “This is a strategy to minimize the frequency of ultra-processed foods in the routine and contributes to the control of body weight and the prevention of metabolic diseases,” she concludes.
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