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For many people, autumn brings on apple picking, cozy family dinners, and the back-to-school rush. It also means the end of Daylight Saving Time, and early sunsets and darker evenings can make most tasks—especially cooking—feel like a chore.
But with an abundance of vegetables and fruits in season, it’s easy to keep your health goals on track during the fall. Kelly Kugler, RD, a registered dietitian and nutritionist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, shares her favorite produce picks, along with easy ways to prepare them.
Sources: U.S. Department of Agriculture SNAP-Ed. ... + 9
- U.S. Department of Agriculture SNAP-Ed. Seasonal Produce Guide. Accessed August 6, 2026.
- Eat This Much. Sweet Potato. Accessed August 6, 2026.
- Mayo Clinic Health System. Cauliflower: The New Nutrition Superstar. February 17, 2023.
- Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Winter Squash. Accessed August 6, 2026.
- Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Apples. Accessed August 6, 2026.
- American Heart Association. Be Thankful for Cranberries’ Health Benefits All Year Long. November 21, 2018.
- American Institute for Cancer Research. Enjoy the Health Benefits of Berries. July 1, 2020.
- Mayo Clinic Health System. The Perks of Pumpkin in Your Diet. November 4, 2024.
- Northwestern Medicine. Eat Your Beets: Why They Belong in Your Diet. December 2025.
- University Hospitals. Beets, Raw, 1 Cup. Accessed August 6, 2026.
