Fall is fabulous!
The colorful leaves aren't the only fall beauties. Fall's seasonal fruits & veggies provide a rainbow of colors with a nutritious punch. Foods like kale, winter squashes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, cranberries, apples, etc., offer tasty sources of fiber & vitamins. Find out what's locally in season.
If you or a loved one have diabetes, the American Diabetes Association offers inclusion tips in their Favorite Fall Foods List.
However, beware of impostors. Pumpkin (or "pumpkin-esque") products are everywhere. Rich fall breads & muffins abound. While tasty, they are often filled with a lot of calories but little nutrition. Check out Good Housekeeping's Smart Swaps for Fall's Unhealthiest Foods.
On the move? Eat Smart Move More has tips to improve your hike. Or, find a new place to hike in the NC State Parks. Remember to dress in layers for temperature changes & check when the sun sets.
Fall is also time for football, flu, & Halloween. Check out the Centers for Disease Control's Autumn Health & Safety Tips to learn about concussions, vaccines, trick-or-treating safety, & more. Curious about Halloween candy calories? Check out our 10/24/14 or 11/7/13 blog posts.
Still need a flu shot? Call the Health Department to schedule your appointment today (Granville 919-693-2141 or Vance 252-492-7915). Many insurances are accepted. More info is available at Granville-Vance Public Health.
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