Seasonal Fruits Ripe for the Pickin'
We recently visited a local farmer's market to get the 411 on these seasonal fruits. Learn more about what fruits are in season, their health benefits, and how to make a good selection.
Honeydew
Benefits
- Fat and cholesterol free, low sodium
- Boosts immune system
- Lowers blood pressure
- High water content leads to healthier, smooth,
firm skin - Promotes eye health
How to pick ‘em
- Creamy, white, pale, waxy rind
- Bounces back when you press it
- Should have a noticeable smell, in a good way
- Heavy for its size
Mangoes
Benefits
- Low fat, sodium and cholesterol free
- Boosts immune system and lowers risk for cancer
- Promotes hair growth
- Clears up acne
- Improves eye health, bone health, and digestion
How to pick ‘em
- Sweet aroma
- Should give slightly with a light squeeze
Pineapple
Benefits
- Fat and cholesterol free, low sodium
- High in vitamin C
- Boosts immune system
- Boosts energy production
(excellent source of manganese and thiamin) - Promotes eye health
How to pick ‘em
- No soft spots
- Sweet smell at the stem end
- Heavy for its size
Limes
Benefits
- Fat, sodium, and cholesterol free
- Improves digestion and prevents heart diseases
- Reduces body odor and dandruff
- Leads to healthier skin whether eaten or
applied directly - Assists in weight loss
How to pick 'em
- Light green/yellow, smooth skin
- Should give slightly with a light squeeze
- Heavy for its size
Oranges
Benefits
- Fat, sodium, and cholesterol free
- Helps fight skin, lung, breast, stomach,
and colon cancer - Lowers cholesterol and risk of disease
- Improves heart and skin health
- Promotes eye health
Be well, Auburn.
How to pick ‘em
- No green or white areas on skin
- Firm, tight skin
- Heavy for its size
Photography: Cat S.
Michelle M.
Michelle is a super duper senior — year six, baby — majoring in graphic design, with a love of all things creative. You’ll most likely find her drawing, singing, writing, reading, planning a trip to Disney, or watching Netflix (like, a lot of Netflix).
Originally entering Auburn as a nutrition major, Michelle still is passionate about health and wellness. She enjoys writing articles for Be Well about healthy recipes, crafts, Disney, COFFEE, some maybe not-so-healthy recipes, and more.
