Surf Girl – July 2019

106 SurfGirl Magazine

EAT SEASONALLY &

SHOP LOCAL

In pursuit of a slow, minimal and more eco-conscious lifestyle,

we’ve been buying locally-grown seasonal produce. This not

only reduces our carbon footprints, it also nurtures the local

community, and supports local businesses and producers. With

many studies favouring a seasonal diet, we explore six key

benefi ts for shopping locally and eating produce that’s in season.

Rich in antioxidants

Seasonal produce is picked when it’s fully ripe, meaning that it will

have had more sun exposure and therefore contains a higher level of

antioxidants.

Cheaper

Seasonal foods tend to be much cheaper as produce tends to be sold at

a lower price when it’s in abundance. It’s all about supply and demand.

Less intervention

Locally grown, seasonal produce has usually had less human intervention

because nature has been allowed to do its thing.

Supporting the community

Locally sourced produce comes from local farmers and growers, who

employ local people and invest back into the community.

More creativity

Eating seasonally means you have to get a little more creative with your

cooking. Slow cook, pickle, stir fry and season your food learning what

to do with limited ingredients c h i i ff ki

skills.

Reduced environmental im t

Seasonal and locally sourced

environment, meaning shoppi l ll h b ff

the ecosystem.

knowledge

cooking. Slow cook, pickle, stir fry and season your food – learning what

to do with limited ingredients can have a positive eff ect on your cooking

Reduced environmental impact

Seasonal and locally sourced produce has a reduced impact on the

environment, meaning shopping locally has a better eff ect on

Our tips for

shopping

locally:

■ Seek out farm shops

■ Find local growers

■ Visit farmers’ markets

■ Get a weekly fruit and

vegetable box

■ Keep your supermarket

shops to a minimal

■ Make your own – for

example bake your own bread

and cakes