Marla Ahlgrimm’s Favorite Spring Foods (And Why You Should Eat Them!)

Many people across the country have begun planning their gardens, and your local grocery store may have an abundance of green on the shelves. Marla Ahlgrimm says that spring is the perfect time to drop unhealthy food habits. Here are her favorite foods that can help you do it.

Arugula

Arugula, along with other leafy greens, contain a host of helpful vitamins, including K and A. They can help to reduce internal inflammation and detoxify the body. You don’t have to create complex dishes to enjoy the benefits, either. Marla Ahlgrimm says a bowl of arugula sprinkled with nuts with a squirt of citrus juice works well as an excellent side salad.


Asparagus

There are few things as tasty as boiled asparagus tossed in butter and sea salt, says Marla Ahlgrimm. This tall grass is known to contain abundant quantities of vitamin K, which can increase bone health and reduce blood clotting issues.

Carrots

Rabbits love them, and kids love to crunch them. Carrots are an antioxidant powerhouse and are considered a cancer-fighting, anti-aging semi-superfood.

Mint

According to Marla Ahlgrimm, mint often grows wild and is given very little thought. However, this delicious herb contains rosmarinic acid, a compound known to provide some relief for seasonal allergies. A few sprigs dropped in a cup of tea or diced up for fruit salad can provide flavor and health benefits.

Peas

Peas only grow for a few weeks in mid-spring. But you can enjoy the vitamins C, K, and B directly off the vine or cooked in noodle dishes and stir fry foods.

Strawberries

Marla Ahlgrimm says strawberries are her favorite late-spring treat. Not only are strawberries flavorful, sweet, and fun to pick, they also help trigger cell renewal and may help balance blood sugar, which is crucial for diabetics. Strawberries are extremely versatile and may be eaten alone, dipped in chocolate, or added to smoothies or ice cream.