Eat 5 Servings of Fruits & Vegetables Every Day

Did you know that eating 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily reduces risk of premature death by 26%?

Despite the incredible benefits, only 10% of U.S. adults consume 5 servings or more of fruits and vegetables daily.

Fruits and vegetables promote health and extend lifespan primarily due to their antioxidants.  Antioxidants are substances in fruit and vegetables that neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are harmful substances in our body that cause tissue damage. The tissue damage from oxidation results in heart disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and stroke. The antioxidants in fruits and vegetables can prevent this damage and reverse what damage is already present.

But eating 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day sounds like a lot to ask.  Americans have shifted to a diet of prepared food, and processed food, and have moved away from eating fresh fruits and vegetables.  Is there a way to reach the 5 servings recommendation in the modern environment?

There most certainly is! in this course, Dr. Cohen, a primary care doctor in San Francisco, shares with you effective strategies for eating 5. servings of fruits and vegetables daily to achieve optimal health.

The course begins with an introduction to nutrition.  Dr. Cohen explains how our food environment has made it increasingly difficult to eat healthy. He proposes a shift back to preparing our own food, from fresh ingredients we buy, including lots of fruits and vegetables. Next, he'll share with you the medical research that shows the benefits of diets rich in fruits and vegetables. You'll learn about the role of antioxidants in fruits and vegetables for promoting health.  Next, he'll share with you tips for meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation, to make consuming 5 servings of fruits and vegetables easy and delicious.  He'll take you on a trip to the supermarket to show you how he shops for produce for the week. You'll hear the answers to frequently asked questions, followed by a summary of the information presented.