As a big advocate of clean eating, especially locally grown foods, I’ve been spending ample amounts of time this summer picking my own food. From weekly trips to the farmers’ market to growing some of my own food (this year Red Russian kale, collards and herbs) to picking locally grown fruit.

You’ve probably seen some of my posts this summer about the fun I’ve been having picking blueberries. They are my #1 favorite all time fruit.  I love how they’re slightly tart sometimes, other times full-on sweet. I love how easy they are to pick and eat. And I love all the powerful antioxidants they contain.

Last week, I shot this video right in the middle of the blueberry patch (thanks to my cameraman and hubby Bruce)!  I was so inspired to be outside, enjoying the weather and empowered by picking my own food. It got me thinking about just how much appreciation I have for clean, local, organic food grown without pesticides. The kind of food that truly supports my health and soul.

Simply put, I get inspired when I’m outside connected to what I’m eating and our summer activities of picking fresh, local food have deepened this appreciation like never before.  To me, it’s such a simple way to eat clean, whole foods.

Check out the video and see what I mean:

What are you doing to deepen your appreciation for your food? How does eating clean, whole foods support your healthy lifestyle?

Filed under: Fruit, Healthy lifestyle, Locally Grown Food, Optimal Health, Organic food, clean eating