Do you really eat 5 servings of fruits and veggies per day?

Hi all,

This is quite an interesting discussion, so I want to hear what you all have to say! 😊

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How many portions of fruit/vegetables do you eat per day? What are your favorites? Do you think consuming enough fruit and vegetables really is that important for our health?

Thank you all in advance!

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team 🌼

Hey there! I feel you on the fruit and veggie struggle. Five servings a day can seem like a mountain, especially if you're not used to them. Trust me, I went through a phase where pizza was basically a food group.

But here's the thing: I didn't force myself to love vegetables overnight. I started small. Maybe adding some baby spinach to my morning smoothie (you can barely taste it!). Or trying a new veggie every week, roasted with some olive oil and herbs. Roasted veggies can be surprisingly delicious, especially if you get them nice and caramelized.

Here are a few ideas that might help:

Sneak them in! Mushrooms and grated zucchini can disappear into pasta sauce or soups.

Dip it! Hummus and guacamole can make even the most boring veggies way more exciting.

Think fruit forward! Berries on top of yogurt or chopped apple in oatmeal can add sweetness without feeling like a chore.

I don't I only eat 1 meal B UT I include a salad and vegetables on the side