How Many Fruits and Vegetables Do You Need?

2007·0.11 MB·English

by  National Cancer Institute (NCI)

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How Many Fruits and
Vegetables Do You Need?
Everybody should eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables. But most adults need to eat more than
children. And men need even more than women. Over 75% of all African Americans aren't eating enough
fruits and vegetables to keep them healthy.
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MOST AFRICAN AMERICANS NEED TO EAT MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES EVERY DAY