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what is the importance of fruit and vegetable in a diet?
the importance of fruit and vegetables in a diet is the fact that they are healthy. and good for the system. they contain a range of nutrients and are therefore an important part of the diet.
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what are the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables?
they contain: vitamin A= maintenance of normal vision. folate= for the formation of healthy blood cells and for the nervous system. fribre= to help maintane a healthy gut. potassium= to maintain a healthy blood pressure and nervous system functions.
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what are included in the 5 a day?
16 grapes=1 portion, half a pepper = 1 portion half a 400g can of baked beans= 1 portion two lollies that contain fruit juice= 1 portion half an avacado= 1 portion.
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what is the importance of vitamin A?
vitamin A helps the normal vision, immune system, heart, lungs, kidneys and any other organs that work properly.
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why do we need to eat 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day?
to lower the risk of seriouys health problems, such as heart disease, strokes and some cancers.
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what counts as a portion?
stews, pasta, beans and pulses.
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they contain: vitamin A= maintenance of normal vision. folate= for the formation of healthy blood cells and for the nervous system. fribre= to help maintane a healthy gut. potassium= to maintain a healthy blood pressure and nervous system functions.

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