5 A DAY

Posted by AMelane in foods, nutrition, wellness

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5 a day…

How many of us eat fruit and vegetables on a daily basis??? You would be surprised to know that most Americans don’t. American more than any other countries eat a diet of mainly meat, starchy foods, and lots of refined sugars; causing major chronic diseases and obesity. Fruits and Vegetables have vitamins and minerals that can help protect your health. We all have heard the great information about fruits and vegetable, but still aren’t getting them into our diet daily…
Here are some tips to get your 5 a day:

· Try Something NEW- add fruits and veggies to favorite dishes, like shredded veggies to meatloaf or adding pureed vegetables to brownies or muffins

· All forms of fruits and Vegetables count- using frozen, canned, dried and 100% fruit juices count towards your 5 a day- frozen berries can make a great smoothie or as a cereal topping, canned beans can add color and variety to a salad, dried fruit can serve as a snack on the go…


· Shop Smart- planning meal in advance can help reduce waste and spoilage of fresh items. In the store look for pre-cut fruits and veggies and pre washed salads

There are over 300 varieties of veggies alone, so it should be hard to find something new and delicious that you would eat.
Also remember that VARIETY do matter, the varitey of colors provides different range of nutrients and antioxidents.