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