Summertime Tips and Ideas

When it comes to chomping down on all your favorite summer staples, a few healthy swaps can go a long way towards improving your nutrition: 

  • Swap ice cream for low-fat yogurt in your favorite shakes and smoothies 
  • Swap refined white sugar for natural alternatives like honey, maple syrup
  • Swap high-fructose juices and lemonades for cool glasses of water infused with refreshing flavors like lemon, cucumber, or lavender
  • Swap processed salad dressings for olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice
  • Swap butter on your toast for fresh avocado 

In Season Summer Fruits Include:

  • Bananas
  • Lyches
  • Berries
  • Passionfruit
  • Peaches
  • Oranges
  • Figs
  • Mangoes
  • Limes
  • Grapes
  • Plums
  • Pineapple
  • Apricots
  • Melons
  • Pears

In Season Vegetables:

  • Asparagus
  • Avocados
  • Capsicum
  • Celery
  • Tomatoes
  • Radish
  • Beans
  • Cucumbers
  • Eggplant
  • Potatoes
  • Sweet Corn
  • Zucchini
  • Onions
  • Lettuce
  • Peas
  • Squash