5 Fall Nutrients to Include

Autumn is a great time to focus on consuming nutrient-rich foods that can help support your health and well-being as the weather cools down. Here are some healthy nutrients to consider incorporating into your autumn diet.

1.Vitamin A is essential for maintaining healthy skin, vision, and a strong immune system. This is abundant in orange and yellow vegetables like pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and carrots.

2. Vitamin C is crucial for boosting your immune system, which is particularly important as cold and flu season approaches. Citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and clementines are rich sources of vitamin C.

3. Autumn is the season for fiber-rich foods like apples, pears, and figs. Fiber aids in digestion, helps control blood sugar levels, and can contribute to a feeling of fullness or satiety.

4. With less sunlight exposure as the days get shorter, consider incorporating vitamin D-rich foods like fortified dairy products, fortified plant-based milk, and fatty fish (e.g., salmon, mackerel) into your diet. Vitamin D is essential for bone health and immune function.

5. Foods like pumpkin seeds, beans, and whole grains are good sources of zinc. Zinc plays a role in immune function, wound healing, and overall health.

Incorporate these autumn nutrients into your meals to support your body's needs as the seasons change.

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