Next time you find yourself needing a little break away from the office, grab some colleagues and take a stroll up to Fulton Street Farmers’ Market. Walk around, talk to vendors, make new friends, and take in the sweet smells of fresh, locally grown produce.

Open year round on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m., Fulton Street Farmers Market, in the heart of Downtown’s Central Business District, offers you delectable fruits and vegetables -- perfect for Take Action participants or those who simply want to add more fruits and veggies to their diet.

Fulton Street Framers Market is conveniently located just a short walk from the Executive Plaza on the corner of Fulton and Calaveras streets. There, you can purchase the freshest locally grown produce. By doing so, you’ll help boost our economy by supporting local farmers and businesses in the downtown area.

Fresh fruits contain more nutrients and phytochemicals – chemicals found naturally in plants that are believed to offer various health benefits. According to The Produce for Better Health Foundation, “it is essential to get a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables into your diet every day because each fruit and vegetable has a unique compliment of vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytochemicals your body uses to maintain good health and energy levels, promote healthy aging, and reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.” The list below will help you make the most of these phytochemicals; take it on your next shopping trip, and reap the benefits of colorful produce.