Eat Fresh: Fall Farmer's Market Guide
See what's ripe for the picking this season.
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Fresh Fall Favorites - The first day of fall (Sept. 22) is right around the corner! Your local farmer’s market will soon be stocked high with autumnal favorites such as apples, squash and pumpkins. Keep reading for a look at our healthy fall produce picks and check out The Eat Well Guide to find local, fresh produce near you. By Britt Middleton (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)
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Apples - You know the old saying: An apple a day will keep the doctor away! There is actually something to it...chomping on an apple naturally cleans plaque and build-up on teeth, which could mean fewer trips to the dentist. Apples are chock full of quercetin, an antioxidant that helps deliver oxygen to the blood, and fiber, which has been linked to weight loss. (Photo: GettyImages)
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Winter Squash - Winter squash, including butternut, hubbard and acorn varieties, are rich in magnesium, which helps stabilize blood pressure, strengthen bones, maintain a steady heartbeat and helps the body flush out toxins. (Photo: Patrick T. Fallon/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
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Pumpkins - Pumpkins aren’t just for carving on Halloween! They are rich in phytosterols, linked to lowering cholesterol levels, and vitamin A (beta-carotene), which help fight cancer-forming cells and also known for supporting healthy vision and cell development. Pumpkins are even said to be a natural wrinkle fighter. Try it as a spicy bisque or roasted as a side dish. (Photo: Valerie Macon/Getty Images)
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Oranges - Yes, you’re favorite breakfast beverage is a cool-weather crop! In late fall and throughout winter, you’ll find this vitamin C and fiber rich fruit in abundance at the market. Rather than buying OJ at the store, which is typically pasteurized, try juicing your own at home to reap the full nutritional benefits. (Photo: Frank May DPA /LANDOV)
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