How to Eat More Fruits & Veggies

During summer, fresh local produce is easy to find & tends to have great texture & taste. Availability often makes the price more reasonable. Check out the NC Department of Agriculture's Produce Availability Chart to find out what's in season. However, to get the most for your money, shop around-- even at a Farmer's Market.

Make sure you choose fresher items & store produce properly.
- Fruits & Veggies More Matter's Fruit & Vegetable Storage 101
- Clemson Cooperative Extension's Selecting & Storing Fresh Fruits & Vegetables.

Not using what you buy is truly a waste of money!
- WebMD's 15 Tips for Veggie Haters
- WebMD's Quick Tips: Adding Fruits & Vegetables to Your Diet
- US News' 5 Ways to Sneak More Veggies Into Your Diet

There are lots of recipes available online (including Prevention, Cooking Light, Fruits & Veggies More Matters, etc.).

If you already routinely eat fruits & veggies, expand your diet to include a wide variety of types & colors for the most benefit.
- HowStuffWorks' Health Benefits of Fruits & Vegetables: Eat a Rainbow