Veggie Power

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Veggie Power
Fri, 07-27-2007 - 9:14am
Veggie Power!

 

Besides their abundance of vitamins, minerals, and feel-full fiber content, here's another great reason to eat your five servings of fruits and vegetables every day: You'll cut your cancer risk in half! The reason? Antioxidants! These powerful, naturally occurring nutrients boost your immune system and fend off cell damage!

Here are 5 tips for squeezing in your five a day:


  • When you get home from the market, cut up fruits and veggies into serving-size pieces. You'll be more likely to reach for them if they're ready to go!
  • Have fruit with your breakfast.
  • Stock your kitchen with fresh, frozen, dried, and canned fruits and vegetables so they're always on hand!
  • Munch on a fruit or vegetable snack daily!
  • Add a side of veggies (steamed or cooked) to your plate at dinner.

 

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