Eat Vegetables and Fruit

Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D.
Date updated: 3/10/2021

Vegetables and fruits are loaded with prebiotic fiber, vitamins, minerals, and many antioxidants, some of which have potent biological effects.

Studies show that people who eat the most vegetables and fruits live longer and have a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other illnesses (50, 51).

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