Fruits & Vegetables — More Matters!
September 2025
The USDA recommends eating 5-9 servings of fruits & veggies per day. Only one person in ten meets this daily recommendation, and most people should double the amount they now consume.
Why Eat More Fruits & Veggies?
To stay strong & active. Healthy foods like fruits & veggies have the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients your body needs, helping you feel healthy & energized
To lower your health risks. Eating a healthy diet with lots of fruits & veggies can help you lower your risk for chronic health conditions like heart disease & type 2 diabetes
To manage your weight. Eating healthy & getting physical activity can help you stay at a healthy weight
Tips to Get More Fruits & Vegetables
Try a recipe with a new vegetable
Keep a bowl of fruit handy
Cut up fruits and veggies to grab and eat on the go, or try pre-cut packages!
Saute vegetables with olive oil and add your favorite seasonings. Dunk them in your favorite low-fat dressing, hummus, or low-fat dip
Whether it’s strawberry-banana, green tea and blueberry, or a fruit and veggie mix, smoothies are an easy way to drink up your fruit and veggie servings
Eat the rainbow. Make sure at least half of your plate is full of fruits and vegetables
Choose fruits and vegetables as quick snacks
Try something new
Vary your vegetables. Fresh or frozen? Cooked or raw? Picking different options will keep meals interesting
Opt for whole fruits more than fruit juice. Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, and pureed all count
Add fruit to your cereal or yogurt at breakfast
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