Fall is finally here, which means a new batch of autumn fruits and vegetables are growing that are both healthy and delicious to chow down on.

While there are some obvious fall treats like pumpkin, there are many other fruits and vegetables that are under-appreciated during this season. That’s why we’ve compiled six of these healthy foods that are great for you to eat in the fall!

Persimmons

These orange fleshy fruits are full of Vitamin A and fiber, and they have tons of anti-inflammatory and anti-infective properties. You can puree it into soft fruits and use it to make muffins!

Pomegranate

This can be used to make numerous sweet foods and drinks. It has many benefits that range from protecting the heart to aiding the preventing of colon, breast and prostate cancer. They can also help improve depression by stimulating serotonin and estrogen receptors.

Rutabaga

Having just a single serving of this single root vegetable will give you 50% of the recommended daily value of Vitamin C. Full of fiber, it can help you maintain digestive health and aid in weight management.

Endive

This powerful green is low in calories and full of fiber. If is full of Vitamins A, beta-carotene and essentials from the B complex like folic acid.

Parsnips

These vegetables are even healthier for you than carrots, as they have a high concentration of folate and potassium. This will help your bones, cells and muscles run more efficiently.

Collard Greens

These greens are loaded with the anti-oxidants Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Because of this, they can help your body’s ability to fight the effects of chemicals and free-radicals. On top of that, these greens have many anti-inflammatory benefits!

What’s your favorite fall treat? Let us know in the comments section!

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