1. Eating Seasonally Daemon Jones, ND www.HealthyDaes.com

2. Food are Best Eaten Seasonally and Local when Possible.

3. Courtesy: Washington Youth Garden
Fresh & Seasonal
Buy fresh, seasonal, local and organic when available and affordable
Better yet-- grow your own!
Courtesy: Washington Youth Garden

4. Benefits to Eating Seasonally
When food are in season they have the most phytonutrients or plant based nutrients that are not found in any animal product
Vine ripened also have the more phytonutrient
The colors are richer
The nutrients are calling to your nose
There are more varieties available seasonally
The Best Benefits
Foods are bursts with flavor!

5. In the WINTER you want heartier foods that will warm and fill you up.
Basic Whole Foods Diet
Your Body Craves Foods Seasonally
In the SUMMER you want fruits and foods that have more water in them to keep you hydrated and cool
In the WINTER you want heartier foods that will warm and fill you up.

6. Examples of Proteins Springtime
Spring is the time of new birth. Nature is waking up from the winter slumber
Spring is the time of new birth. Nature is waking up from the winter slumber

7. Examples of Proteins Springtime Foods Fruits Vegetables
Apricots, honeydew melon, mango, oranges, strawberries
Vegetables
asparagus, artichokes, chards, broccoli, collard greens, fava beans, fennel, green beans, mustard greens, peas, pea pods, snow peas spinach, rhubarb and Vidalia onions

8. Examples of Proteins Springtime Foods Lettuce Herbs
Belgian endive, butter lettuce, Manoa lettuce, red leaf lettuce, spring baby lettuce and radicchio.
Herbs
Chives, mint and scallions

9. Why Proteins are Important
Summertime
Warmer weather and increased outdoor activity brings about the need to feel cooler and lighter.
Our bodies crave foods that are full of water.

10. Examples of Proteins Summertime Foods Fruit, Fruit, and More Fruit
Apricots, peaches, plums, grapes, cantaloupes, cherries, figs, grapefruits, melons, limes, lychee, nectarines, passion fruits and watermelon
Berries
blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, boysenberries, black currants and mulberries

11. Examples of Proteins Summertime Foods Vegetables Herbs
Beets, bell peppers, Chinese long beans, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, edamame, jalapeno peppers, lima beans, okra, peas, radishes, shallots, sugar snap peas, summer squash, tomatillo, tomatoes, Yukon Gold Potatoes
Herbs
Basil, parsley, cilantro,

12. Why Proteins are Important
Autumn
Autumn is harvest time, so there is a bounty of choices.
Autumn is the time for building and preparing for winter. 
We crave foods that contain more grains, vegetables and proteins, including nuts and seeds. 

13. Examples of Proteins Autumn Foods Fruits Root Vegetables
Fall fruits like pears, apples, quinces, persimmons and grapes
Root Vegetables
beets, carrots, potatoes and yams

14. Examples of Proteins Autumn Foods Squash Spices Grains and Beans
acorn, butternut, spaghetti, pumpkin, chayote, delicata and zucchini,
Spices
Allspice, anise, cardamon, cinnamon, cloves,
Grains and Beans
Wheat, barley, spelt, farro, oats
Proteins, especially beans, nuts and seeds make a meal hearty and filling.

15. Why Proteins are Important
Winter Time
We think about staying indoors and we want heavier warming foods.

16. Examples of Proteins Winter Time Foods Fruits Vegetables
Clementine, dates, kiwi, oranges, pear, persimmons, pomegranates and tangerines
Vegetables
Brussel sprouts, butternut squash, collard greens, delicata squash, kale, leeks, sweet potatoes, turnips, winter squash, carrots, onions, garlic and potatoes.

17. Examples of Proteins Winter Time Foods Grain and Proteins
Wheat, barley, spelt, farro, oats
Proteins, especially beans, nuts and seeds make a meal hearty and filling.

18. Before beginning your meal, take three slow breaths….relax…and enjoy!
Enjoying Your Meal
Before beginning your meal, take three slow breaths….relax…and enjoy!

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