Another season of freshness is here. It's springtime; there are wide ranges of veggies and food to try out this season. This does not in any way affect or eliminate your usual diet; just eat the fruit, the food, and veggies you find in your local market. 

To get a feel of this season, you can eat some healthy spring foods and how to use them.

Arugula

How to use it:  Chop them into bite-size pieces and use them uncooked in salads with other veggies or alone.

Artichokes

How to use it:  boil for about 20 minutes, then peel off and eat the leaves with a dip, either mayonnaise or melted butter.

Asparagus

How to use it: asparagus can be lightly steamed and sautéed with garlic and sea salt in some butter any oil of your choice.

Beets

 How to use it: it can be juiced or added to a smoothie. Beets can serve as a side dish when roasted. 

Carrots

How to use it: Carrots can be eaten raw, chopped into salads or sandwiches. You can as well juice them.

Mint

How to use it: Mint is a natural herb, its works very well when uncooked. It can be chopped into fruit salads or added to water or iced tea.

Peas

How to use it:  Peas can be added to salads, smoothies, noodle dishes, and basically anything.

Strawberries

How to eat them:  it can be eaten raw, added to a smoothie. You can also be eating alongside your oatmeal or chia pudding.

Any fruit or veggies growing in your area or sold in your local markets is beneficial this spring and can help you enjoy the best nature brings to us.