October fruits to savor

The cold begins to return and the fruits of October gradually take the place of the fruits of the summer which we have been able to take advantage of. Apples, pears and quinces are now in their prime, nuts and chestnuts stand out and citrus fruits are emerging.

Citrus fruits, berries, pome fruits, stone fruits or nuts: the list of October fruits is full of flavors, aromas and nutrients at the same time. With the seasonal fruits, we made an economical, ecological and healthy choice. Here is a selection of fruits to consume without moderation …

October fruits in the spotlight

When the trees turn orange, it’s time to eat seasonal fruits. Fresher and meeting the nutritional needs of the moment, the autumn fruits are very tasty: apple, raspberry, kiwi, fig, mirabelle plum, blueberry… Here is our selection of the 12 fruits of October.

Seasonal fruits guarantee an explosion of flavors on the palate. They are more rich in antioxidants and help strengthen the immune system. We have therefore decided to prepare a list of autumn fruits to consume without moderation.

Their good fiber content makes them real assets for better eliminating toxins, keeping the figure and preparing the body for face the cold and illnesses seasonal.

Let’s respect the seasons to choose our fruits

The seasonal fruits are products in a natural way without their cultivation interfering with the natural production cycle. They must therefore be consumed only during the period corresponding to this production.

The seasonal fruits produced locally accumulate obvious advantages on all the plans :

They have more taste : Fruits that ripen in the sun develop flavors that those ripening during transport cannot. The farther away they come, the earlier they are picked and the less flavorful they will have.
They cover our nutritional needs at the right time: nature offers us everything we need at the right time. For example, in winter, with the cold and the lack of sun, the body and the immune system demand more nutrients: it is the season of citrus fruits full of vitamin C. But in summer, with the heat, the body spends less. calories and requires more water: seasonal fruits are full of them: melon, peaches, red fruits, etc.
They are more rich in antioxidants : Antioxidants are molecules that protect the body’s cells from the attacks they undergo on a daily basis (pollution, smoking, UV rays, etc.), and therefore help prevent the onset of certain diseases and slow down aging.
They are less treated : Out of season, a fruit comes from a greenhouse harvest or has been grown using pesticides to help it grow and compensate for the lack of sunlight and nutrients in the soil.
They are cheaper : local seasonal products require less transport and are not taxed on importation. This affects their price.

October fruits

Both sweet and delicious, the Pear is the perfect fruit to consume to boost the immune system.
Low in calories, the Apple is the most consumed fruit in France because it is available all year round and represents an aid for a good transit.
Excellent source of fiber, vitamins and minerals, Kiwi would be a powerful ally against cancer and promotes healing and transit.
Among the fruits of October, theorange is not only rich in vitamin C but also excellent for protecting eyes and veins, improving digestion and reducing inflammation.
Very appreciated for its richness in omega 3, the nuts is very helpful for heart health and is a very healthy appetite suppressant.
White or black, the grape has protective virtues on the cardiovascular system and it limits the formation of bad cholesterol.
Soft and sweet, the fig offers excellent levels of minerals, fibers, antioxidants and is both a laxative and a natural slimming ally.
Too often confused with clementine, mandarin is the ideal fruit to deal with viruses like the flu or the common cold.
The raspberries are known to promote good intestinal hygiene and are very beneficial in the fight against obesity.
Among the fruits of October, the chestnut, native to Europe, contains vitamins B1, B2, B9, B6, magnesium, potassium and fiber. It regulates blood sugar, improves digestion, protects cells and ensures better metabolism.
Golden and fragile fruit, the mirabelle is one of the foods richest in polyphenols, and prevents cardiovascular disease.
Both subtle on the palate and slightly acidic, the blueberry helps curb the effects of aging.