Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Choosing a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables is the best way to get all the vitamins and minerals the body needs.
Nutritionists recommend filling half of our plates with fruit or vegetables for each meal per day. This quantity can include fresh, frozen, and canned varieties. For the most health benefits, people can check product labels and avoid canned, frozen, or dried products with high sodium or added sugars.
A vegetable and fruit diet is associated with a lower risk of many conditions, including:
- heart disease
- stroke
- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- some cancers
All fruits and vegetables have health benefits, and healthcare professionals recommend that people consume a wide variety.
