Fruit And vegetables
The Government recommends an intake of at least five portions of fruit or
vegetables per person per day to help reduce the risk of some cancers, heart
disease and many other chronic conditions.
Increasing consumption of fruit and vegetables can significantly reduce the
risk of many chronic diseases. It has been estimated that eating at least 5 portions
of a variety of fruit and vegetables a day could reduce the risk of deaths from
chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer by up to 20%.
Eating 5 to 10 servings of vegetables and fruit per day as
part of a healthy diet can help reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke.
Vegetables and fruit can help reduce your risk of cancer
Fifteen of the world's leading researchers in diet and cancer recently reviewed more than 4,500 studies from around the world. Vegetables and fruit came out on top as the foods most likely to help reduce the risk of cancer. Researchers recommend that everyone should eat 5 or more servings a day, all year round.
Vegetables and fruit can help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke
Over the past two decades researchers have gained a better understanding of how different foods influence your risk of heart disease and stroke. Reducing the amount and type of fat in your diet has always been important, but only part of the answer. Considerable evidence now shows that eating more vegetables and fruit can also help reduce your risk.