HOW OFTEN DO YOU EAT FRUIT & VEGETABLES?

in health •  8 years ago  (edited)

How often do you eat fruit and vegetables? 

On a scale of 1 to 10, rate yourself!

If your score is 10/10, then I wholeheartedly render a very big kudos to you. 

If your score is between 5 to 9, then you have done so well. 

If you score beneath 5, then you definietely need to wake up from your slumber right away. 

Yes, this serves as a clarion call to us all!!! 

It is still not late for you to start acknowledging the fact that fruit and vegetables are your best friends! Yes, you heard me right! 

There are countless types of fruit and vegetables all over the world. Infact, we are so blessed with these nature's gifts that non of us will deny not having access to any of them. Permit me to quickly highlight that the essential nutrients found in fruit and vegetables are so useful for the well-being and healthy maintenance of our bodies. 

The benefits of fruit consumption on a daily basis has remained an important topic that continues to be neglected. It is quite disheartening that despite the increasing awareness on this important aspect of life, yet many of us remain nonchalant about it. 

The truth is that we cannot do away with fruit and vegetables! 

Yes, fruit and vegetables remain the essential constituents of a healthy diet. Infact, World Health Organisation (2014) reports that an estimate of 6.7 million deaths recorded all over the world in 2010 were as a result of insufficient consumption of fruit and vegetables. The statistical findings of Public Health England in 2014 reveal that majority of the UK population continues to consume less fruit and vegetables unlike sugar and saturated fat. The survey showed that only 35% of older adults, 27% of adults, and 8% of 11 to 18 year-olds consume the highly recommended ‘5 A Day’ fruit and vegetables. 

5-A-Day connotes a series of programs introduced in countries like  USA & Europe to encourage the daily consumption of at least five portions of fruit & vegetables, following a World Health Organisation recommendation. According to researchers, diet very rich in fruit and vegetables is highly recommended for every individual as it aids in reducing the risk of various chronic diseases including coronary heart disease, stroke and some kinds of cancer (Farhadi et al., 2014). 

Even though it is widely accepted that eating adequate amount of fruit and vegetables (FVs) greatly lowers the risk of developing  diseases, it is presently observed that many adults pay less attention to the health benefits of FVs far  below the Department of Health’s recommended  five portions a day. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends that every adult consume at least 400 g of Fruits & Veggies a day however this excludes potatoes and other starchy tubers (Ungar et., al. (2013).  5 A DAY programme aims to facilitate and enlighten people on the importance of daily intake of Fruits & Vegetables however, very little has been  known on how well this strategy has been widely adopted by adults.

Fruit and vegetables (FVs) consumption is an indispensable route to good health and long life because FVs are excellent sources of minerals, vitamins, dietary fibre and phytochemicals (Kpodo et al., 2015). Increasing the consumption of fruit and vegetables is portrayed as part of a healthy diet that is required for reducing both personal and social health costs. Despite the awareness on the health benefits of fruit and vegetables (FVs) consumption, studies reveal that consumption is low and consumer behaviour plays a pertinent role in this effect (Zitkus and Puskoriute, 2013; Hall et al., 2009).

Fruit and vegetables are low in fat and calories especially when not roasted or fried in oil thus consuming them aids  an individual to maintain a healthy weight. Fruit and vegetables are a rich source of  minerals, vitamins, potassium, folate and fibre which aids to maintain a healthy gut thereby  preventing constipation, bowel cancer and food indigestion.

According to NHS UK, fruit and vegetables form part of a balanced diet which tend to help human beings remain healthy hence highly recommended to get adequate amount of them. The 5 A DAY message supports the health benefits of obtaining  five 80g portions of fruit and vegetables each day which is simply  five portions of fruit and vegetables in total and not necessarily five portions of each a day.

It is noteworthy that fruit & vegetables can be consumed in many ways such as smoothies, juices or in cuisines. So, Simply Grab & Enjoy Your Own Fruit & Veggies for A Healthier YOU!!!

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I am trying to eat now fruits and vegetables. I'm intermedia fasting right now and happy with the results

Glad to know! Keep up the good work!
Fasting is also essential for good health.

I eat fruit and vegetables everyday. They are integral to my wellness plan. Great post!

Awesome! Keep it up and thanks for your appreciation.

I start every day with a fruit smoothie.

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Upvoted and following you

Well done and keep up the good work! Cheers

🍻 Cheers! 🍻

Thank you for sharing - I upvoted your post! As a body builder, I have gained a lot of insight in nutrition and I stand behind your comment for the importance of fruits and vegetables. While I love meat, fruits and vegetables are an important source of many nutrients, including potassium, which helps maintain a healthy blood pressure. Fruits and vegetables are also more sustainable for our planet! If you follow me you will see that I post often about fitness, health, education and mindfulness! I just followed you :)

Many thanks @fitchick for your valuable insights. I have just followed you too to keep connected. Cheers

Great! Looking forward to reading more of your posts :)

i would rate myself an 8.I never had a problem eating them. I am just a huge fan of burgers lol I am new to steamit and i am excited to start posting and connecting with everyone! shoot me a follow and lets connect!

You've done so well, keep it up!
But being a huge fan of burgers, 🤔
I am looking forward to your posts. Cheers

nice posts ,@globalfoodbook
am a health consultant and love reading and sharing heath tips...which is why i upvoted and following already
am new on steem and most of my posts will center o natural herbal/food remedies to issues related to health, as such am sure we can work together..feel free to follow me as am doing for more ingishts...

regards and keep up the good work

Many thanks @kenhudoy for your kind words. I have also followed you to keep updated with your posts.
All the best!

Welcome as always sir

Wow! your article was very good. THank you^^

You are highly welcome.

8!

Well done! Keep it up.

Good question people have to answer to themselves

You are right @bernadette
We are still waiting for your own answer 😄 😄

Good Humor. Hahahaha.

Please keep the humour flowing!
I have just followed you to be connected with your sense of humour 😄

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Gotta say, pineapples and green peppers are my jam

Awesome! Keep it up especially with pineapple because it is essential for food digestion and healthy bowel.

Just read the title.
Every day, fuck meat :'D

😄 😄 😄
Well done! Keep it up!

I try to eat a few fruits every day. I feel better when I do.

That's good to know. Keep it up. Fruits and vegetables are very essential for the healthy-functioning of the body.

A big fruit smoothie made with coconut water every morning..
Whole fruit at lunch time, & usually a salad for supper..
Cause we are Frugivores;
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Bravo! I must attest that you are sticking strictly to a healthy food plan. Keep it up!

Thank-You
Have been about 80% vegan for over a year now..
I also just finished a 10 week protocol cleanse..

You must be a super healthy guy 😄👍keep up the good work!
Cheers

Thanks
Getting there after all the years of believing all the lies of what our diets should consist of..
Going from Hellville to Wellville!! Thank-You Dr.Robert Morse;
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Keep it up.

Fruits and veggies are the focus of my diet. I like them first at every meal and snack.

Let them remain the focus of your diet! Keep enjoying all the benefits they offer.
Cheers

Thank you for sharing. I love fruits and vegetables but ironically I am scored below 5. I need a major lifestyle change!

Oops!
You definitely need the change. If you love fruits and vegetables then your turnaround is quite easy.
Cheers

10/10 for me! Every single morning I make a fruit smoothie - bananas, mixed berries, kale, and other superfoods. My favourite.

Awesome! Keep it up!