Put These 5 Seasonal Fall Foods on Your Grocery List

Proper nutrition is the foundation of living a healthy, pain-free life. At Family Chiropractic Care in Longview, WA, we provide whole body wellness by creating a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan for each client that addresses healthy nutrition, as well as musculoskeletal issues. Without a sound nutritional assessment plan, you risk experiencing a host of unwanted health issues, such as injury, disease, inflammation, fatigue and a compromised immune system. Luckily, Mother Nature provides plenty of food sources from one season to the next in order to stay healthy.

Be sure to put these fall foods on your grocery list to support a healthy way of living:

1. Apples: The traditional fall food is apples, which are a good source of vitamin C to protect bone health, antioxidants to prevent disease and fiber to promote a health digestive system.
2. Cauliflower: This white, flower-like dense vegetable delivers a power-pack of vitamins, minerals and omega 3 fatty acids that promote overall health.
3. Pomegranates: The red, seeded fruit of a pomegranate is touted for its impressive antioxidant and vitamin c content, which help to stave off disease and support bone health.
4. Sweet potato: Prized for their role in fighting inflammation and supporting bone health, sweet potatoes are an excellent source of iron and vitamin A.
5. Squash: Rich in omega 3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation and vitamin A that supports bone health, squash is a nutritious addition to your meals.

Contact Family Chiropractic Care

Nutrition is essential to being healthy and staying active. As you get older, your nutritional plan should change with you to ensure the foods and supplements you consume continue to fulfill your body’s nutritional requirements. At Family Chiropractic Care in Longview, WA, led by Dr. Rick Still, we offer nutritional guidance and lifestyle advice in conjunction with services that promote musculoskeletal health, such posture screenings, chiropractic adjustments, corrective exercises and massage. To begin  living a healthier, happier life, call our Nutritionist in Longview, WA, today at 360-636-2636.