{"id":18089,"date":"2024-01-12T13:00:37","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T19:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog\/?p=18089"},"modified":"2024-01-10T17:09:56","modified_gmt":"2024-01-10T23:09:56","slug":"savor-the-season-eat-healthier-this-spring-with-fresh-produce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/savor-the-season-eat-healthier-this-spring-with-fresh-produce\/","title":{"rendered":"Savor the season: Eat healthier this spring with fresh produce"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for ways to eat healthier without breaking the bank this season? Consider these springtime produce options!<\/p>\n<h2>Asparagus<\/h2>\n<p>Asparagus is a dark green vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants while also low in calories and fat.<\/p>\n<div class=\"alignright cta\">\n<p>Ready to start eating seasonally?<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/search\/?q=spring\">Get more spring recipes.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Try saut\u00e9ing it with lemon juice and olive oil until it\u2019s soft and tender. Then serve with a bed of rice and your favorite protein, such as chicken or fish. And if you\u2019re in the mood for a delicious salad, try this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/198\/\">Asparagus Caprese Salad<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2>Mushrooms<\/h2>\n<p>Mushrooms are fungi packed with 12 different vitamins as well as antioxidants and fiber. They\u2019re known for supporting a healthy immune system due to the selenium, zinc and vitamin B6 they contain.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Selenium<\/strong> helps your body make antioxidants, which play a key role in destroying harmful cells known as free radicals. Dietary research findings suggest that eating greater amounts of antioxidant-rich foods may help protect against certain diseases. Mushrooms high in selenium include shiitake mushrooms, portobello mushrooms and button mushrooms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Zinc<\/strong> is a mineral that plays a role in healing damaged tissue and supporting a healthy immune system.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vitamin B6<\/strong> helps fight infection and promotes brain and nerve function. Shiitake mushrooms are the best choice for mushrooms high in this vitamin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check out this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/456\/\">Three-Pepper Beef Kabobs<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2>Swiss chard<\/h2>\n<p>Swiss chard is a nutrient-rich, dark, leafy green vegetable that is easy to prepare and has numerous health benefits, such as cancer prevention and heart health.<\/p>\n<p>Hungry for Italian food? Try out this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/189\/\">Swiss Chard Rolls with Fresh Marinara<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAsparagus, mushrooms and Swiss chard are just some of the seasonal produce options available across the United States in the springtime,\u201d said Ashley Simper, a registered dietitian at OSF HealthCare. \u201cFresh seasonal produce not only tastes better, it also contains more nutrients than out-of-season options. Be sure to check out all the fresh fruits and vegetables available at the local supermarkets or farmers markets in your area.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for ways to eat healthier without breaking the bank this season? Consider these springtime produce options! Asparagus Asparagus is a dark green vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants while also low in calories and fat. Ready to start eating seasonally? Get more spring recipes. 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