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We could all eat more vegetables and fruit
When it comes to eating well, you can’t do any better than vegetables and fruit! In fact, people of all ages should eat more vegetables and fruit every day.
The number of servings of vegetables and fruit you should have every day depends on your age, sex and activity level.
What’s a serving?
- 250 mL (1 cup) of leafy raw vegetables or salad
- 1 piece of fruit, such as a medium apple, orange or banana
- 125 mL (1/2 cup) fresh, frozen or canned vegetable or fruit or 100% juice
An easy way to eat enough vegetables and fruit every day
To get the right amount of vegetables and fruit you need each day, make them half your plate at every meal and snack. This might be as easy as adding 1 more serving of vegetables or fruit at each meal. Be creative and explore a variety of colours, tastes and textures!
Looking for more ideas? Check out our monthly tips.
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