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Did you know...

  • A good diet includes at least five fruits and vegetables every day.
  • Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamin A, beta-carotene, vitamin C and fiber.
  • Vitamin A and beta-carotene are needed for fetal and infant growth.
  • Vitamin C builds healthy bones, teeth, and skin and helps to heal wounds and burns.
  • Eating fruits and vegetables may reduce your risk for cancer.
  • Fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat, sodium and cholesterol.
  • Fruits and vegetables are fast, easy and a good value.
  • Fiber is found in the skin and seeds of fruits and vegetables. A good diet includes fiber.

Farmers' Market Sources of...

Vitamin A & Beta-Carotene

cantaloupecarrotssweet potatogreen leafy vegetables
pumpkinspinachwinter squash 

Vitamin C

broccoliBrussels sproutscabbagecantaloupe
cauliflowergreen pepperstrawberriestomatoes

Fiber

applesasparagusblackberriescarrots
cherriescorncauliflowerpears
potatoesstrawberriestomatoes 

Cruciferous Vegetables - High in Vitamins A, C, and Fiber

bok choyBrussels sproutscaulifloweronions
cabbagebroccolikalekohlrabi
turnip  
 

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