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November - Apples

apple tree

Apples are in season, so learn how to make the best of them and to make treacle toffee apples

October - Tomatoes

Tomato plant

There are many, many different types of tomatoes all varying in size and colour, they are even better for you cooked than raw.

May - Mango

sliced mango

Mangoes are low in fat, cholesterol free and a 100g gram serving contains less than 85 calories. They are a great source beta carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A - essential for healthy eyes, skin and bones. Just half a mango counts as one of an adults five servings of fruit and veg a day and an averaged sized whole mango contains up to 40% of your daily requirement for fibre. Mangos are also a good source of tryptophan - a precursor for the ‛happy hormone; serotonin.

March - Rhubarb

rhubarb

Rhubarb is a good source of fibre, contains moderate levels of immune boosting vitamin C and bone strengthening calcium. Studies have linked the fibre from rhubarb in the diet with reduced cholesterol levels in adults too.

In Season October - Figs

Figs

Next time you're choosing your fruit in the supermarket, pop some figs in the trolley - nutritionally they're hard to beat!

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