Fruits and Vegetables
They are also naturally low in fat, salt and added sugar, which makes them one of the few foods you can eat generously without trade-offs.
As part of a balanced diet and an active lifestyle, regular fruit and vegetable intake is associated with a lower risk of:
- Heart disease and stroke
- Certain types of cancer
- Eye and digestive disorders
- Type 2 diabetes
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis and kidney stones
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Why Fresh Produce Matters
Fruits and vegetables carry the nutrients the body cannot manufacture on its own.
Micronutrients — minerals such as iron, potassium and calcium, along with vitamin C, folic acid, the B-complex group, and carotenoids.
Macronutrients — complex carbohydrates and dietary fibre, which support steady energy and healthy digestion.
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