Springtime comes along with various foods that help us stay healthy. Most time, the answer to eating healthy is to eat locally produced and organic foods rather than opting for processed foods. Balancing your diet this spring involves eating less of some foods and eating more of recommended spring foods.

Recommended Spring Foods are:

1. Greens: Dandelion, watercress, spinach, kale, cabbage. 

2. Fresh sprouts: alfalfa sprouts and beans sprouts

3. Spring vegetables: radishes, asparagus, Turnips, artichokes, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and peas. Lightly steam your vegetables to preserve the vitamins.

4. Lean protein: Beans, tofu, and eggs. Moderately eat turkey, chicken, and fish.

5. Heating spices: red pepper flakes, Cayenne pepper, black or white pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and clove

6. Whole grains: Oats, corn, quinoa, Eat all grains sparingly.

7. Beans and legumes: Garbanzo, lentils, pinto, mung, lima, and kidney beans

8. Astringent fruits: Apples, lemons, limes, berries, cherries, and limes 

9. Beverages: lukewarm water and teas such as chai, dandelion, and ginger

10. Sweeteners: Moderately eat raw honey.

 Some Foods to Avoid:

Reduce intake of foods that are heavy or promote excess moisture, including:

1. Dairy products (whole milk, cream, ice cream, pudding)

2. Red meat

3. Nuts/nut butters

4. Fried foods

5. Cooking oils and fats

6. Bananas

7. Sweets

8. Bread

9. Pasta

Wrap up:

Springtime is characterized by the availability of fresh fruits and veggies. Most of them are nutritious and high in chlorophyll; they can also serve as detoxifiers and aid the body in immunity, brain health, and digestion.