Eating 5 a Day

There’s no doubt eating more fruit and vegetables helps improve your health. And with so much to choose from throughout the year, there's enough choice to keep everyone happy. For the best health benefits, aim for 5 a day. This should include a combination of fruit and vegetables.

Here are 5 great reasons to eat 5 portions of fruit or vegetables a day.

• They're packed with vitamins and minerals
• They can help you to maintain a healthy weight
• They're an excellent source of fibre and antioxidants
• They help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and some cancers
• They taste delicious and there's so much to choose from

NHS 5 a Day site