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When it comes to fruits and vegetables, most of us stick with what we know: carrots, cucumbers and celery at lunchtime; corn, peas and green beans for dinner; bananas, apples and oranges for breakfast or snacks. To keep healthy eating fun and exciting, venture beyond your usual produce picks. After all, if you're going to be eating at least five servings a day on The Spark Solution plan, you'll want to have plenty of options to keep your mealtime enthusiasm from waning. These days, the produce section is packed full of specialty items from around the globe. Some are pricey and, honestly, lackluster in flavor, but others are a great deal and packed with great taste. Knowing what to buy fresh each season (asparagus in spring) and what to avoid (strawberries in winter) will not only ensure you're getting the best taste and price! To help you get started, we've compiled a list of what is at its peak freshness during each of the four seasons. This list is not comprehensive; it's meant to help you branch out and explore the market. You can venture beyond this list, choosing what's on sale and looks good at your market. Spring
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