Why Is It Important to Eat Produce That’s in Season?

In this video, learn the loads of reasons to eat fruits and vegetables that are harvested in season.

Written by Brittany Doohan | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD

Updated on October 31, 2023

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Stocking up on our favorite fruits and vegetables has never been easier. We can get winter produce in the summertime. We have access to foods that are grown overseas. We can even have our groceries delivered.

You may have heard that eating locally and seasonally is a good thing, but with all these convenient options, is shlepping to the farmers market actually worth it?

References

Barrett, D. (n.d.). Maximizing the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables.

Hornick, J., et al. Top Reasons to shop at a farmers market. U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Macdiarmid, J. (2014). Seasonality and dietary requirements: will eating seasonal food contribute to health and environmental sustainability? Proceedings of the Nutrition Society.

Produce for Better Health. (n.d.). Fruit & vegetable storage 101.

U.S. Department of Agriculture. (2020). What is MyPlate?

U.S. Department of Agriculture. (n.d.). Seasonal produce guide.

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