Raw produce is nutritious for several reasons, primarily due to its high content of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are often diminished through cooking. Consuming fruits and vegetables in their raw state retains their fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness. Additionally, raw produce is typically lower in calories and contains no added sugars or unhealthy fats, making it an excellent choice for those looking to maintain or lose weight. The variety of colors and types of raw fruits and vegetables also provides a broad spectrum of phytonutrients that support overall health and may lower the risk of chronic diseases. Fresh fruits and vegetables are full of great stuff that your body needs to stay strong and healthy. Also, eating healthy fruits vegetables more often will remind you to make better choices during meal times. That’s why we recommend that we all:
Eat 2 servings of raw produce every day.
To save time and eliminate barriers to following through on this Daily Deed, try taking some time on your weekend to create Veggie Bags for the week ahead. A Veggie Bag is simply a sandwich bag full or raw produce. But, by finishing your Veggie Bag each day, you’ll be following through on one of our key Daily Deeds for optimizing health and experience all of the benefits above. Here are some tips on making your follow on this Daily Deed easier:.
The more color and variety in your Veggie Bag, the better! To get the most out of your Veggie Bag, choose 3 different colored vegetables.
Munch on your veggies throughout the day as often as you can
Sneak veggies into your breakfast smoothie via spinach or kale;
Salads with veggies can be your lunch's main entree;
Pressure cook, steam or roast non-starchy vegetables for the best nutritional value.