Health Benefits of Natural Foods
A growing body of research shows that fruits and
vegetables are critical to promoting good health. To get the
amount that's recommended, most people need to increase the
amount of fruits and vegetables they currently eat every
day.
Fruits and vegetables contain essential
vitamins, minerals, and fiber that may help protect you from
chronic diseases. Compared with people who consume a diet
with only small amounts of fruits and vegetables, those who
eat more generous amounts as part of a healthful diet are
likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases, including
stroke and perhaps other cardiovascular diseases, and
certain cancer.
Nutrients should come primarily from
foods. Foods such as fruits and vegetables contain not only
the vitamins and minerals that are often found in
supplements, but also other naturally occurring substances
that may help protect you from chronic diseases.
