We need fruits and vegetables, about 5 veg and 2 fruits every day, to be the healthiest we can be. Any it can be easy. One practical tip is to try adding in veg and fruit at every meal or snack.
Fruits and vegetables have enough fibre and enormous kinds of essential minerals and vitamins. But the chemicals that give fruits and vegetables their vibrant colours (called phytochemicals) have some pretty special qualities, too. And each colour has its own unique health benefits.
So ‘eating a rainbow’ each day means more than just getting enough fruit and veg – it’s about eating a wide variety of foods so your body gets all the essential nutrients it needs.
