Fruit and vegetables are not only crammed with vitamins, they’re also a great source of antioxidants which keep you healthy, and can even prevent you from getting some cancers. They are high in fibre which is great for keeping your digestive system healthy. Because fruit and veg are low in calories and high in fibre (which keeps you feeling full) eating plenty will help control your weight. It’s important to eat a wide variety of fruit and vegetables – this way you get the whole range of all the important nutrients, vitamins and minerals these foods give. You’ve heard the ‘five-a-day’ rule – put it into practice!
Easy ways to get your five a day:
- Have a glass of fruit juice or a fruit smoothie;
- Add dried fruit, or berries, to your porridge and cereals;
- Snack on fruit during the day;
- Use a natural tomato salsa, or guacamole, as a dip.
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