Kids Who Grow Veggies, Eat Veggies

Optimal fruit and vegetable intake is associated with improved overall health and reduced risk for obesity and chronic disease. Children who develop a healthy eating pattern are more likely to eat healthfully as adults. The current recommendation is 1-2 cups of fruit and 1-3 cups of vegetables daily, depending on the child’s age and gender.1,2 Despite the well-documented benefits of consuming fruits and vegetables, less than half of American children eat the recommended daily amount…