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And the reason is not only that these products in the winter are unreasonably expensive, but that benefit the body almost equal to zero. Moreover, some non-seasonal products may cause reducing of immunity because the body cannot adequately digest.
1. Tomatoes
Bright and firm tomatoes on the shelves in winter look appetizing, but they taste absolutely plastic. Vitamins in these fruits are negligible, but their price is very high. If you miss the tomato tastes, better buy a juice or use it for winter harvesting cellar.
2. Watermelon
Now sellers will perform every whim and will bring a fresh watermelon even in the cold of winter. However, at incredibly inflated prices. Besides, to take berries from distant countries, where they grow, it can only be a fruit with many preservatives. The result – a dangerous product for all the money in the world. Better next summer, freeze watermelon by yourself.
3. Corn
Corn in the winter in the markets and stores is defrosted after harvesting in the summer. The taste of such spikes is tough and empty, as well as the nutrients in them. Good alternatives – canned corn in the winter will help to save your recipes.
4. Green beans
Beans have a very delicate flavor; it is beneficial. But only in season. Frozen beans are devoid of these qualities – the taste you will get a hard fibrous structure. According to Oriental medicine, beans, like other legumes, are classified as cooling foods and, in winter, are not recommended.
5. Peaches
Winter for peaches is not a good season, and often fruits, are presented this time of year on our shelves are tasteless with a watery texture. For desserts, you can safely use canned fruit.
6. Strawberry
Fresh strawberries available for sale in winter overseas fruit, which driven from afar. To us, it comes mashed, watery, and questionable composition. Frozen fruit in this regard is much safer.
7. Sugar
The desire to eat dessert in cold weather is natural; the body needs energy for additional heating. But increased consumption of sugar lowers the immune system, causing sweet tooth often hurt. Use an alternative such as maple syrup, honey.
8. Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is used to clear the respiratory tract and stuffy nose. But this product irritates the inflamed mucous membranes and increases their swelling. For these purposes, it is better to use ginger root: it relieves nausea and calms the stomach, and warm ginger tea warms you in cold winter.