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Does the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables depend on how ripe they are? The nutritional value of produce depends on many diff…

How long do the nutrients stay "good" in fruit and vegetables? Nutrients do start to degrade after harvest, but this can be…

Which fruits and vegetables are "in season" during summer? The summer months always bring a bounty of juicy and delicious p…

What do antioxidants do for us? Antioxidants reduce the harmful effects of oxidation in some chemical reactions in the body. Oxidation…

Which fruits and vegetables are phytonutrient-rich? All fruits and vegetables contain phytonutrients. Some, such as berries and plums…

What can adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet do to help you? Consuming fruits and vegetables is associated with a lower ris…

Why are cucumbers, pickles, and tomatoes called veggies when they are really fruits? Botanically, they are a fruit because they c…

What is one serving of a fruit or a vegetable? For most fruits and vegetables, a serving is ½ cup. A serving of dried fruit is…

What is 5 a day? "5-A-Day" was the program that preceded Fruits & Veggies — More Matters. Its purpose was to promo…

Is 5 a day still the recommendation? The current recommendation for intake of fruits and vegetables range from 4 to 13 servings a day…

Is 5 a day still the recommendation? What is 5 a day? What is one serving of a fruit or a vegetable?…

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