{"id":12563,"date":"2023-09-18T17:11:51","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T21:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/?p=12563"},"modified":"2023-10-01T10:40:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-01T14:40:55","slug":"the-best-food-to-eat-in-autumn-and-the-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/the-best-food-to-eat-in-autumn-and-the-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Food to Eat in Autumn and the Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Written by Kiritika Rana<\/p>\n<p>Edited by Khadija Aleem<\/p>\n<p>Designed by Ayesha<\/p>\n<p>Published by Kiritika Rana<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On September 23, 2023, the Autumn Equinox will occur. The Autumn Equinox occurs every year at the beginning of fall, signaling the start of a new season. This article will cover the locally available, healthy food options that will grow in Ontario this fall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Food to Consume<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some great food choices in the fall, such as the following, listed below:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples: improve brain health\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pears: Great source of fibre<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cranberries: Helps reduce Oxidative stress\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxidative stress is a condition in the body when antioxidant levels are low<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter Squash: Source of vitamin A (Good for strengthening your eye health)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin: Carve them to get a rich source of vitamin A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leeks: help fight off diseases<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brussels Sprouts: contain lots of fibre and antioxidants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Potatoes: are loaded with vitamins A and C<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsnips: provide vitamin K to bones<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli: Is a cancer-fighting food because of the high amount of a phytochemical called sulforaphane<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>My Top 5 Meals to Make<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although some fruits and vegetables don\u2019t look appetizing, great meals can be made from them!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin Cranberry Cake<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sweet, delicious cake that everyone enjoys. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imagelicious.com\/blog\/pumpkin-cake\">LINK HERE FOR THE RECIPE<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-12564\" src=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-34.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"193\" height=\"128\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/27228\/sweet-potato-and-apple-casserole\/\">LINK HERE FOR THE RECIPE<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-12565\" src=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-35.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"146\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter Squash and Pear Soup<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may look disgusting, but it&#8217;s twice as good as any soup.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.italianfoodforever.com\/2021\/11\/roasted-squash-soup\/\"> LINK HERE FOR THE RECIPE<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-12566\" src=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-36-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"191\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-36-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-36-510x341.png 510w, https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-36.png 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprout, hazelnut, and leek pasta<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe add a bit of broccoli to spice it up. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/creamy-sprout-hazelnut-leek-pasta\">LINK HERE FOR THE RECIPE<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-12567\" src=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-37.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"205\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roasted Parsnips<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you on a diet but crave fries? Try this recipe! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrecipes.com\/recipes\/roasted_parsnips\/\">LINK HERE FOR THE RECIPE<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-12568\" src=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-38-214x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"144\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-38-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/seeds.ca\/schoolfoodgardens\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/unnamed-38.png 366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 144px) 100vw, 144px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Benefits of Eating Food Seasonally\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating food seasonally entails consuming fruits, vegetables, and other products that are naturally available during specific times of the year in a particular region. This practice offers various advantages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firstly, seasonal produce is at its nutritional peak, containing higher levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. As these foods are harvested closer to their ripeness, they tend to have better flavour and texture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondly, supporting local agriculture by choosing seasonal foods can boost the community&#8217;s economy and preserve local farming traditions. Furthermore, because seasonal produce is more likely to be sourced locally, the carbon footprint associated with long-distance transportation is reduced, thus contributing to environmental sustainability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, embracing seasonal eating requires including a wider variety of foods in your diet. Different seasons offer a diverse range of produce, encouraging individuals to explore new ingredients and cooking methods. This can contribute to a more balanced and nutritionally rich diet over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Sources\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-to-know-seasonal-eating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/what-to-know-seasonal-eating<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/pictures\/healthy-fall-foods\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/pictures\/healthy-fall-foods\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/a-to-z-guides\/what-is-oxidative-stress#:~:text=%E2%80%8COxidative%20stress%20is%20a%20bodily,your%20body%20experiences%20oxidative%20stress\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/a-to-z-guides\/what-is-oxidative-stress#:~:text=%E2%80%8COxidative%20stress%20is%20a%20bodily,your%20body%20experiences%20oxidative%20stress<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/autumnal-equinox\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/autumnal-equinox<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Written by Kiritika Rana Edited by Khadija Aleem Designed by Ayesha Published by Kiritika Rana &nbsp; On September 23, 2023, the Autumn Equinox will occur. 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