Fall marks the beginning of the citrus season in Florida. This exciting time of year produces lovely grapefruit, oranges, and tangerines. While the easiest way to enjoy these juicy fall fruits is freshly squeezed, they also work as a refreshing element to any dish. Try adding some slices to a robust salad, or using the juice in a vinaigrette. Or, toss some slices in with your roasted dinner for acidic notes.
Regardless of how you plan to consume these delectable fruits, the best place to get them is your local farmer’s market. It’s still early in the season, so keep your eyes peeled, no pun intended!
Exploring Superfoods – Chia Seeds
While most of us are familiar with the chia pets of our childhood, and their grassy fur, the health benefits of chia seeds might be less familiar. The seeds themselves have profound anti-inflammatory properties due to their omega-3 content. The standard American diet tends to be over saturated in omega-6 fatty acids, and a bit malnourished when it comes to omega-3s. Ideally, there should be a more even balance between the two. Chia seeds make a great vessel for vital omega-3 fatty acids, and can be put on practically anything. From yogurts, to smoothies, to salads and more, these tiny little buggers go with just about all foods. Additionally, you can easily find them in a powder form, use them in baking as an egg replacement, or find them in various snack bars like Health Warrior’s chia bars. With so many places to get these little seeds in, it’s a wonder we’ve ever lived without them! Disclaimer: the seeds become rather gelatinous upon contact with water, so be sure to bring some floss if you are having the straight up seed version!
Reference:
- Fresh from Florida. http://www.freshfromflorida.com/content/download/16800/269959/09September.pdf. Accessed August 15, 2017.
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