Ways To Enjoy More Fruits & Vegetables
A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke (improves heart health), prevent some types of cancers, lower risk of eye and digestive problems, and have a positive effect on blood sugar, which can keep your appetite in check. They will also lead to a healthy lifestyle and aid in weight loss. Follow these tips to eat more vegetables and fruits every day.
1. Keep fruit where you can see it. Place ready-to-eat whole fruits in a bowl on the counter, or chopped colorful fruits in a glass bowl in the refrigerator.Â
2. Explore the produce aisle and choose something new. Variety and color are key to a healthy diet. Try to get at least one serving from each of the following categories: dark green leafy vegetables, yellow or orange fruits and vegetables, legumes and peas, and citrus fruits.
3. Skip the potatoes. Choose other vegetables that are packed with different nutrients and more slowly digested.
4. Make it a meal. Try cooking new recipes that include more vegetables. Salads, soups, and stir-fry are ideas for increasing the number of tasty vegetables in your meals.Â
Remember, vegetables and fruits are an important part of a healthy diet, and variety is as important as quantity. No single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients you need to be healthy, so be sure to eat plenty every day.
