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| TGIF, friends! I hope you’re ready to enjoy the first official weekend of summer. I know I’ll be cutting some fresh watermelon and soaking up the sun in my backyard. |
| Speaking of watermelon, let’s talk about summer produce. |
| Eating “in season” is the practice of eating fruits and vegetables that grow naturally during a particular season. Some produce grown in season can taste better and may even contain more nutrients. Today, we’re sharing a list of foods that are considered in season for summer in the northern hemisphere, plus recipes you can make with them. |
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Enjoy,
Morgan Mandriota
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |
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Written by Morgan Mandriota
June 26, 2026 • 3 min read |
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| How to eat in season this summer |
| Eating fresh seasonal produce can be tricky with our modern food system, since so many of the foods in grocery stores are imported from different countries. If you want to truly eat in season for where you live, consider buying your produce at your local farmer's market. |
| Here are some delicious summer fruits, along with their potential health benefits: |
| Apricots: Apricots have antioxidant activity and reduce inflammation, among other benefits. |
| Avocados: Eating avocados is associated with improved gut and heart health, as well as a decrease in LDL (bad) cholesterol. |
| Blackberries: Blackberries are high in polyphenols, which can support immunity and reduce fatigue. |
| Cherries: Cherries are rich in polyphenols, which may protect against diabetes, cancer, and other inflammatory diseases. |
| Cucumbers: Since they’re mostly water, cucumbers are low in calories and hydrating. |
| Mangoes: Mangoes are rich in soluble fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. |
| Peaches: Peaches have antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. |
| Tomatoes: Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to health benefits like reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. |
| Watermelon: Consuming watermelon can help protect your liver and offers antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects. |
| In-season vegetables include: |
| Beets: Beets have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. |
| Bell peppers: Bell peppers are rich in polyphenols, including flavonoids, and they have anti-inflammatory properties. |
| Carrots: Carrots contain carotenoids and polyphenols, which have anticancer, antioxidant, and immune-supportive properties. |
| Corn: The dietary fiber in corn may support weight management and gut health. |
| Lima beans: Legumes like lima beans can help manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. |
| Okra: Okra is rich in magnesium, folate, fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins C, K1, and A. It may help support a healthy pregnancy, heart health, and blood sugar. |
| Ready to make some seasonal dishes with these ingredients? Here’s a list of recipes to try: |
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| 🍉 Over to you: What are your favorite summer fruits and veggies? Email wellnesswire@healthline.com to share! |
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| Easy peasy lemon squeezy |
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| Zulay Stainless Steel Lemon Squeezer |
| When life gives you lemons, use this squeezer to juice them! At least that’s what I do. This is what I use to squeeze lemons whenever I make fresh lemonade. It’s sturdy, easy to use (and clean), and gets a lot of juice out of each lemon. It also works well for limes and other small to medium-sized citrus fruits. |
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| Until next time, |
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Take care of yourself, and we’ll see
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