Fruit and vegetables contribute to a healthy, balanced diet and this is why.

As part of a safe, balanced diet, fruit and vegetables will help you stay safe. It is vital you are eating enough of them.

Evidence suggests that there are important health benefits of consuming at least five servings of a variety of fruits and vegetables daily. That's a total of 5 pieces of fruit and veg, not 5 pieces each. One serving of fruit or vegetables is 80 g.

The 5 A Day initiative is focused on World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines suggesting eating at least 400 g of fruit and vegetables a day to minimize the risk of serious health issues, such as heart disease and stroke

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