Eating 41/2 cups of fruits and vegetables daily is not as difficult as most people think. For starters, stock up on a variety of canned fruits, vegetables and tomato products -- having these ingredients on hand takes the stress out of creating a wholesome and delicious meal, which means less time in the kitchen and more time with your family. |
Pittsburgh really kind of fits along with the rest of America. Over 90 percent of us are not getting in the recommended fruits and vegetables that we need so we are right in with the rest of the pack. Unfortunately, we are at the bottom of the pack. |
Sorry Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago and Atlanta... you have some homework to do when it comes to healthful eating. And those in cities who received an 'A' or 'B' grade -- don't think that you are off the hook either, there is always room for improvement. Regardless of the results, healthy eating needs to be a daily routine. At Del Monte we're encouraging people to fill half their plate with fruits and vegetables at each meal -- this is one simple and delicious way to start improving those grades and to begin to enjoy the benefits of a balanced diet. |