Healthy Ways to Make Food Taste Better
Shopping at farmers markets may benefit you as much as it helps the farmers. Locally grown produce often tastes better and may have more nutrients than fruits and vegetables shipped from around the world because the time between being picked and being plated is a lot shorter. Since the shipping time is shorter, these foods generally ripen longer on the vine, rather than while shipping. Some farmers markets may be pricier than box stores. However, some chain supermarkets benefit from community engagement and may offer locally grown produce; it’s generally advertised, so keep your eyes peeled, especially in the fall harvest season.
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