Written By Vanessa Carrillo, BS

Looking to spice up your meal routine? Put on your favorite cozy flannel and take a stroll to your local farmer’s market to try something new! Who knows, you might discover a new favorite fruit or veggie that you never knew existed.

Plus, eating a variety of produce is an easy way to get a range of micronutrients and expand your culinary horizons. The USDA is a fantastic resource for nutrition education and family-friendly recipes, and they’ve got a handy list of fruits and veggies for each season. So why not take advantage of what's in season and try something new?

• Apples

• Bananas

• Beets

• Bell Peppers

• Broccoli

• Brussels Sprouts

• Cabbage

• Carrots

• Cauliflower

• Celery

• Collard Greens

• Cranberries

• Garlic

• Ginger

• Grapes

• Green Beans

• Herbs

• Kale

• Kiwifruit

• Lemons

• Lettuce

• Limes

• Mangos

• Mushrooms

• Onions

• Parsnips

• Pears

• Peas

• Pineapples

• Potatoes

• Pumpkin

• Radishes

• Raspberries

• Rutabagas

• Spinach

• Sweet Potatoes & Yams

• Swiss Chard

• Turnips

• Winter Squash

Taking advantage of the fall season and visiting your local farmers market is an easy and enjoyable way to support local farmers, learn about new produce, and boost your weight loss journey. Not only will you be getting in some steps and fresh air, but you'll also be able to incorporate a variety of nutritious, seasonal fruits and vegetables into your diet. So grab your favorite cozy sweater, head to your nearest farmers market, and start exploring all the delicious fall produce that's waiting for you!

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Vanessa Carrillo BS Nutritional Science 

Contributing Editor 

Vanessa is a Chicago-based community nutritionist. She has a BS in Nutritional Science from Iowa State University.

She enjoys writing about Latino food, trendy health products, and pop culture. She writes, edits, and creates content for The Millennial Nutritionist. If she’s not working, you can find her running with her Husky along Chicago’s lakefront path. Catch more of her on The Millennial Nutritionist Podcast.