Joy feelings magazine January 2019 issue | Page 78
Why is it important to eat vegetables?
Eating vegetables
provides health benefits –
people who eat more
vegetables and fruits as
part of an overall healthy
diet are likely to have a
reduced risk of some
chronic diseases.
Vegetables provide
nutrients vital for health
and maintenance of your
body.
Nutrients
grocery bags filled with
fruits and vegetables
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Most vegetables are
naturally low in fat and
calories. None have
cholesterol. (Sauces or
seasonings may add fat,
calories, and/or
cholesterol.)
Vegetables are important
sources of many
nutrients, including
potassium, dietary fiber,