The weather has began to cool, leaves have started to change and the days are getting shorter. These are all indications that we are amidst the glorious season of fall! And of course the best part of fall is the delicious delicacies that are made available during harvest! Who doesn’t love the taste of warm spiced squash, the smell of freshly baked apple or pumpkin pie or the bright colour of beets?
Before you head into the array of rich fall produce at your local market, here is a list of this season’s produce that will both please your palate and stomach! Follow these guidelines so you can buy local, seasonal produce that is also good for your gut and Low FODMAP.
As you may have noticed some of these fall favourites are accompanied by a recommended serving size. This simply means that testing has revealed that these foods are low in FODMAPs at these serving sizes, and moderate to high in FODMAPs at larger serving sizes. I’m sure you’ve all heard the golden rule “everything in moderation”; this expression rings true for the Low FODMAP diet. So ensure that you enjoy this produce while it’s fresh and in season, just follow the servings sizes listed below to ensure your gut enjoys these delicious fall favourites as much as your tastebuds do.
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Fall Produce to Include |
Fall Produce to Avoid |
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Check out these blog posts for recipes that make use of some of these delicious, in-season vegetables!
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites
Much love & good eating,
Stephanie