Carrots are a root vegetable and are a great source of beta carotene, vitamins A, K, and B complex. Carrots are also high in minerals like potassium and magnesium. Carrots are available year-round, but they're best in season from October to April.

Health benefits
• A good source of beta-carotene, vitamins A, K and B complex
• High in minerals like potassium and magnesium

Citrus fruits include oranges, tangerines, grapefruit, clementine, navel oranges, etc. These winter fruits contain vitamin c. Their season runs from November through May.

Health benefits
• Good source of vitamin C

This winter veggie is high in fiber, potassium, magnesium, and many other vitamins and minerals. Beets are available year-round, but they're best when they're in season, from October to April.

Health benefits
• Good source of fibre, potassium and magnesium and many other vitamins

Apples are a type of fruit that come in a range of colors and varieties. They are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, as well as containing antioxidants. Apples are available year-round, but they're at their peak from September to November.

Health benefits:
• High fiber content
• Good source of vitamin C
• Contains antioxidants

Turmeric is a root spice that's commonly used in cooking. It contains a compound called curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Turmeric is available year-round and can be used fresh or dried.

Health benefits
• Anti-inflammatory properties
• Antioxidant properties
• Contains curcumin

Ginger is a root and has a strong, spicy flavor. It's a good source of antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger is available year-round and can be used fresh or dried.

Health benefits
• Anti-inflammatory properties
• Antioxidant properties
• Contains gingerol

Cucumbers are a type of vegetable that are low in calories and high in water content. They are a good source of vitamin K and antioxidants. Cucumbers are available year-round, but they're at their peak from May to August.

Health benefits
• Low in calories
• High in water content
• Good source of vitamin K
• Contains antioxidants

Strawberries are a type of fruit (or botanically speaking it is actually a nut) that are bright red and sweet in taste. They are a good source of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. Strawberries are in season from April to June.

Health benefits
• High in fiber
• Good source of vitamin C
• Contains antioxidants