Ten Fall Foods That Reap Health Benefits

An article in today’s Wall Street Journal offers a list of ten fruits and vegetables that, along with apples and pumpkins, are abundant this time of year and provide numerous health benefits, which are summarized below.  See the entire article, by Pervaiz Shallwani, for a lot more information about each food along with suggestions for cooking:

  • Concord grapes – They’re as high in natural anti-oxidants as blueberries
  • Kabocha – Also known as Japanese squash, or just plain “winter squash.” Its orange flesh is especially rich in beta-carotene, which may help prevent cancer and heart disease.
  • Pears – Low in calories, but high in fiber and vitamins C & K.Pomegranates
  • Pomegranate - The nectar is regarded as a great source of anti-oxidants and has been found to reduce cholesterol and the risk of prostate cancer.
  • Quince – It’s high in fiber and vitamin C.
  • Rutabaga- Low in calories and a good source of thiamin and vitamin B6.
  • Tuscan kale -  This is one of the healthiest vegetables around and it’s loaded with vitamins A, C and K, along with significant amounts of calcium, iron and manganese.Thyme
  • Thyme – An anti-oxidant with high amounts of vitamin K and iron.
  • Pine Nuts - High in calories, but also high in protein, vitamins E & K, niacin and thiamin.
  • Sheeps Milk Cheeses – High in calcium and more easily digested than cow’s milk cheeses.

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