Fruits & Veggies – More Matters Month

Eating fruits and vegetables provides many health benefits. People who eat a healthy, balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables can help lower their risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Eating healthy can also help prevent obesity and high blood pressure.

However, many people don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables.

• Only 1 in 3 adults eat the recommended amount of fruits every day.
• Only 1 in 4 adults eat the recommended amount of vegetables every day.

The good news? Communities, health professionals, businesses, and families can work together to encourage people to eat more fruits and vegetables.

Make a difference: Spread the word about tips for healthy eating and encourage communities, organizations, families, and individuals to get involved.

How can Fruits & Veggies – More Matters Month make a difference?

We can use this month to raise awareness about the importance of getting enough fruits and vegetables.

Here are just a few ideas:

• Spread the word about programs that support local agriculture.
• Encourage families to make small changes, like keeping fresh fruit or carrot sticks within easy reach.
• Motivate local restaurants, stores, and other businesses to provide quality foods made with fresh fruits and vegetables.

How can I help spread the word?

We’ve made it easier for you to make a difference! This toolkit is full of ideas to help you take action today. For example:

• Add information about fruits and veggies to your organization’s website or newsletter.
• Tweet about Fruits & Veggies – More Matters Month.
• Host a community event where families can try different fresh foods while learning about healthy food resources.
• Add this Web badge to your website, blog, or social networking profile.