Consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables daily is important to your health. Diets that include fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, fiber and are naturally low in fat and calories.
There are several ways you can liven up your meals with fruits and vegetables.
- Use the grill to cook vegetables and fruit. Try grilling mushrooms, carrots, peppers or potatoes on a skewer. Peaches, pineapple and mangos are also great for grilling.
- Add to casseroles. Mix in sautéed onions, peas, pinto beans or tomatoes.
- Italian Food? Add vegies to your pasta dish or sauces.
- Liven up your salad. Toss in shredded vegies or add strawberries, orange wedges or berries.
- Stir Fry is a great way to cook broccoli, carrots, snap peas, mushrooms and green beans.
- Top a sandwich. Tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, peppers, mushrooms....
- Sneak into baked goods. apples, pears, bananas, zucchini and berries.
- Make a smoothie.
- Liven up an omelet with lots of vegies.
Mayers Memorial Hospital District encourages healthy eating habits and an active lifestyle.
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