I urge you to buy fruits and vegetables that are in season. You know they are higher in nutrients, friendlier to the planet, and often kinder on your pocket. You also know they taste better, since they are likely to be picked when closer to their peak of ripeness.
“But how can I tell?” you’re wondering. Great question! Today I’ll provide you with a guide to what’s in season when in the United States. Of course, there will be local variations, so this is a rough guide only.
Spend this year watching and learning the rhythms of the harvests. Next year, you’ll know exactly what to look for—and you’ll experience the fun of anticipating the peak seasons of your favorite juicy, sweet fruits.
Apples July, August, September, October, November
Apricots May, June, July, August, September
Bananas Bananas are flown in from tropical countries year-round
Blackberries June, July, August, September, October
Blueberries May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Cantaloupe April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Cherries May, June, July, August
Cranberries September, October, November, December
Dates September, October, November, December
Figs June, July, August, September, October
Grapefruit January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Grapes May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Honeydew May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Kiwi January, February, March, October, November, December
Lemons March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Limes January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Mango January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November, December
Nectarines May, June, July, August, September, October
Oranges (navel) January, February, March, April, November, December
Oranges (Valencia) March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Peaches April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Pears July, August, September, October, November
Persimmon September, October, November, December
Pineapple January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Plums May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Pomegranate September, October, November, December
Raspberries May, June, July, August, September
Strawberries January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Tangerines January, February, March, April, November, December
Watermelon April, May, June, July, August, September
By adding more fresh produce to your menu, you will reap the health benefits that only whole foods can provide. To even further your intake of superior whole foods, consider Akea Essentials. It contains 30+ organic superfoods, vital minerals, live probiotics and enzymes. It's dairy free as well as gluten free. A daily serving is the equivalent of 5 fruits and vegetables! It provides the beta glucans equal to 5 bowls of oatmeal, the probiotics of 6 cups of yogurt, and the resveratrol of 28 glasses of red wine. Akea Essentials is a fermented product, which sets it apart from all other supplements. Fermentation basically "predigests" the ingredients, making the nutrients more bio-available to the body on a cellular level.
For more information, to place an order, or to become a consultant visit my website. There is no better investment that you can make than improving your health. Make a conscious commitment to yourself. You can begin your journey to a better life today. Akea Essentials is "real food" - there is nothing synthetic (our bodies know the difference). Live longer...feel better.
Here's to your good health & prosperity.
Suzanne Heneghan
Akea Independent Consultant
(203) 788-5769
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