FRUIT AND VEGETABLES
- Snacking on fruit and vegetables can help prevent food cravings
Main Nutrients:
Fibre
Vitamins
Minerals
How much each day?
At least five 80g portions
What counts as one 80g portion?
1 medium sized apple/banana/orange
1 large slice pineapple/melon
3 tbsp peas/sweet corn
150ml fruit juice*
1 tbsp dried fruit*
*These only count as one portion no matter how much you eat
Tips for Weight Loss
- Snack on fruit or vegetable sticks to stop food cravings.
- Add extra vegetables to suitable recipes. Vegetables are low in calories so you can fill yourself up and still watch the calories.
- Avoid adding butter and salt to vegetables when serving. Experiment with herbs and spices for flavour.
- Base hot meals on vegetables and beans or pulses as a low fat alternative to meat.
