10/06/2026
Please for the love of all stop avoiding fruits and vegetables!
Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the easiest ways to improving your overall health.
How?
Fiber in fruits and vegetables
Helps support healthy digestion, regular bowel movements, and feeling full and satisfied after meals.
Heart health
Eating more fruits and vegetables is associated with better cardiovascular health and can help support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Vitamins & minerals in fruits and vegetables
They provide nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, folate, and vitamin K that your body needs to function properly.
Weight management
Fruits and vegetables are generally nutrient-dense and relatively low in calories, while their fiber and water content can help you feel fuller.
According to the American Heart Association:
A serving size of fruit = 1 medium size (baseball or fist size), 1 cup fresh, frozen or canned or 4 ounces of juice
A serving size of vegetable = 2 cups leafy greens or 1 cup cooked greens, 1 cup fresh, frozen or canned or 8 ounces of juice
Be honest!
How many fruits or vegetables do you eat on a daily basis?