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How Many Servings of Fruits and Veggies Do You Eat Daily?
On the heels of the good news that cancer deaths are down comes America's grade on health — a C-minus. It may be a passing grade, but just barely.
Although we all know eating well and exercising regularly are key to good health, as a nation we are seriously slacking.
Can You Identify the Produce?
Last night on the Biggest Loser a lot of the contestants were not able to identify certain foods in the produce section of the grocery store. Fruits and veggies can be hard to identify but knowing what's what is key to eating a healthy diet, so I'm curious how well you know your produce. Take this little quiz and see if you can identify different types of produce.
Healthy Eating Tip: Wash Produce You're Going to Peel
You're probably already eating a good amount of fruits and vegetables but are you washing them all? I recently went to eat a banana and someone said, "Aren't you going to wash that first?" I thought, well no because I am going to peel it.
Are You a Fruit Person or Veggie Person?
Food psychologist Dr. Brian Wansink has recently made the comparison between fruit lovers and veggie lovers to come up with these findings:
Compared to the average person, vegetable lovers:
- Like to try new recipes and entertain at home
- Enjoy spicy foods
- Think you cook nutritiously
- Enjoy an occasional glass of wine
- Often eat dessert with dinner
- Spend little time cooking
- Avoid new recipes and entertaining
- Enjoy an occasional candy bar
Healthy Eating Tip: Spend More on Veggies Than Supplements
When browsing a health-food store, it can be tempting to spend a good bit of time (and money) in the supplement aisle. While supplements are a good safety net for filling the nutrient gaps created by not eating all your fruits and veggies, you should not rely on them. Almost all nutritionists will tell you that supplements are a good supplement (hence the name) to fruits and veggies, but they pale in comparison to the real thing.
Fruit & Vegetable of the Month Club: Cactus
If you are getting bored with the same old fruits and veggies you're eating with your five-a-day plan, then you may want to start learning about some more unusual items that you may want to add to your diet now and again.
The FDC's Fruit & Vegetable of the Month Club is a great reference for trying out new stuff. There is a new featured fruit or vegetable each month complete with a recipe.
To Refrigerate or Not: That is The Question
Maybe you're on a quest to get your five fruits and vegetables in a day, but the darn things go bad before you even get a chance to enjoy them. What gives?
According to VegetarianTimes.com, some fruits emit ethylene, an odorless, colorless gas that speeds ripening and can lead to the premature decay of nearby ethylene-sensitive vegetables.
How Many Times Do You Eat Fruit & Veggies in a Day?
Recent reports are showing that while most of us know the benefits of eating enough fruits and vegetables in a day, we aren't actually eating them. In fact only 32.6 percent of adults are eating fruit two or more times per day, and only 27.2 percent are eating vegetables three or more times a day. The recommended amount is currently at least five (fruits or veggies, or both) a day.
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Is it OK to Drink Your Daily Amount of Fruits and Veggies?
A lot of us are short on time so the best option for getting our daily servings of fruit and veggies may seem to be drinking it (V8, for example). The problem is that new studies show that drinking your daily amount is not the best choice for your health.
A few reasons support this.
Another Reason to Eat More Fruits and Veggies
Does the man in your life eat enough fruits and veggies?
A recent study reports that men who don't eat a lot of fruits and veggies may be less fertile than those men that eat plenty of fruits and veggies.
The antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables may help prevent sperm damage, which causes them to become sluggish and unable to fertilize an egg.
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