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Health Bites: Fruits and Vegetables

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Why do you need fruits and veggies?




Besides tasting great, they...

make a healthy snack,
are easy to prepare,
are rich in vitamins and fiber, and
can help prevent diseases, such as heart disease and cancer!

How much do you need?

You should eat at least five servings every day. Does that seem like a lot? Maybe not. Look below to see what a serving size is...

One Medium Fruit
1/2 Cup of Cut-up Fruit
3/4 Cup of Juice
1/2 Cup Cooked or Raw Veggies
1/2 Cup Beans
1 Cup Raw Leafy Vegetables

Constipation | Developmental Stages | Fruits and Veggies | Healthy Snacks | Iron | Milk Matters

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