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Nutrition Information

Did you know...

  • A good diet includes at least five fruits and vegetables every day.
  • Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamin A, beta-carotene, vitamin C and fiber.
  • Vitamin A and beta-carotene are needed for fetal and infant growth.
  • Vitamin C builds healthy bones, teeth, and skin and helps to heal wounds and burns.
  • Eating fruits and vegetables may reduce your risk for cancer.
  • Fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat, sodium and cholesterol.
  •  Fruits and vegetables are fast, easy and a good value.
  •  Fiber is found in the skin and seeds of fruits and vegetables. A good diet includes fiber.

Farmers' Market Sources of...

Vitamin A & Beta-Carotene

cantaloupe carrots sweet potato green leafy vegetables
pumpkin spinach winter squash  

Vitamin C

broccoli Brussels sprouts cabbage cantaloupe
cauliflower green pepper strawberries tomatoes

Fiber

apples asparagus blackberries carrots
cherries corn cauliflower pears
potatoes strawberries tomatoes  

Cruciferous Vegetables - High in Vitamins A, C, and Fiber

bok choy Brussels sprouts cauliflower onions
cabbage broccoli kale kohlrabi
turnip      

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Smart Shopping at the Farmers' Market 

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