JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Just because it's winter doesn't mean you can't eat fresh healthy foods to keep your body healthy and feeling great. Here are a few of the healthiest foods that are in season right now.
Dark leafy greens like kale, chard and collard greens are rich in vitamins A, C and K, as well as great sources of folate.
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Try adding more citrus to your diet. Lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruits are packed with vitamin C, which can help you stay healthy during these winter months.
Unlike other starches, potatoes contain vitamin C and B6 to help boost you immune system. They also have lots of fiber.
Try eating purple potatoes which are linked to lowering cancer and heart disease.
Eat pomegranates. They are rich in antioxidants and also stop plaque from building up in your arteries, and studies have shown that they improve the blood flow to your heart.
Also winter squashes like butternut, acorn and spaghetti squash are very low in calories and full of vitamin B6, A, K, C, potassium and folate.