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Running Tips: Healthy Seasonal Foods

6 Savory Veggies to Swap for the Winter

These unsung vegetables fortify your workouts—without boring your taste buds

By Matthew Kadey

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6 Savory Veggies to Swap for the Winter // grouping of vegetables on a plate © Andre Baranowski

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Many runners think that when the calendar turns, they need to settle for canned corn or asparagus that hails from South America. Not true. (Search: What foods will increase my stamina?) "Uncommon winter vegetables, like parsnips and jicama, are a best-kept secret when it comes to fuel for runners," says Rebecca Scritchfield, a marathoner and dietitian based in Washington, D.C. Replace your usual standbys with these options to help tide you over until tomato season. (Maximize your performance with the ultimate guide to all things running)

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6 Savory Veggies to Swap for the Winter

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