"Eat your fruits and veggies"

Written by Dr. Lee Mancini on Tuesday, 26 February 2013. Posted in Sports Nutrition, Kids' Nutrition, Healthy Nutrition

You've likely heard this statement since childhood. Research shows why it is good advice:

Healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.
Fruits and vegetables also provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber, and other substances that are important for good health.
Most fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories and are filling.

Want a guideline on how much fruits and veggies are right for you to eat every day? Check out this Fruits & Veggies Calculator:
http://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/everyone/fruitsvegetables/howmany.html

About the Author

Dr. Lee Mancini

Lee A. Mancini graduated from Harvard as a two-sport athlete with honors in biology. Board certified in sports medicine and family practice, he works at the Family Health Center and UMass Sports Medicine Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. He trains select clients as a certified strength and conditioning specialist and sports nutritionist.