Why Buy Local and Seasonal Food?

Posted by Ask The Dietitian on April 26, 2008 at 6:00pm

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1. Your food dollar goes directly to the farmer, eliminating the middleman.
2. You will enjoy the health benefits of eating fresh, unprocessed foods.
3. It tastes better.
4. You’re helping the environment.

To find what foods are in season in your area check out:
NRDC

To find a local farmer’s market:
Local Harvest

I just signed up to have my organic fruit and vegetables delivered to my door:
Orlando Organics
I’ll let you know how it goes.

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Comment by Lisa Newton on April 27, 2008 at 4:00am: Thanks for the links, and I'm sure Jack used "natural compost." :)

Comment by MamaMaven on April 28, 2008 at 1:39pm: I did this last year and it was wonderful--definitely easier May to October though. I don't think we'll do the CSA this year (to many things that took too long to figure out how to use) but I'll definitely be out at the local u-pick place and my local farmer's market regularly.