We recently visited a local farmer's market to get the 411 on these seasonal fruits. Learn more about what fruits are in season, their health benefits, and how to make a good selection.

Honeydew

Benefits

• Fat and cholesterol free, low sodium
• Boosts immune system
• Lowers blood pressure
• High water content leads to healthier, smooth,
  firm skin
• Promotes eye health

How to pick ‘em

• Creamy, white, pale, waxy rind
• Bounces back when you press it
• Should have a noticeable smell, in a good way
• Heavy for its size
   

Mangoes

Benefits

• Low fat, sodium and cholesterol free
• Boosts immune system and lowers risk for cancer
• Promotes hair growth
• Clears up acne
• Improves eye health, bone health, and digestion

How to pick ‘em

• Sweet aroma
• Should give slightly with a light squeeze

Pineapple

Benefits

• Fat and cholesterol free, low sodium
• High in vitamin C
• Boosts immune system
• Boosts energy production
  (excellent source of manganese and thiamin)
• Promotes eye health

How to pick ‘em

• No soft spots
• Sweet smell at the stem end
• Heavy for its size

Limes

Benefits

• Fat, sodium, and cholesterol free
• Improves digestion and prevents heart diseases
• Reduces body odor and dandruff
• Leads to healthier skin whether eaten or
  applied directly
• Assists in weight loss

How to pick 'em

• Light green/yellow, smooth skin
• Should give slightly with a light squeeze
• Heavy for its size

Oranges

Benefits

• Fat, sodium, and cholesterol free
• Helps fight skin, lung, breast, stomach,
  and colon cancer
• Lowers cholesterol and risk of disease
• Improves heart and skin health
• Promotes eye health

Be well, Auburn.

How to pick ‘em

• No green or white areas on skin
• Firm, tight skin
• Heavy for its size

Photography: Cat S.