The idea of "5 portions a day" of fruits and veggies is a cornerstone of healthy eating. They provide us with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants that help us feel energized, protect our ...

Serve with a small glass (125ml) of orange juice to up your 5-a-day quota. Tip. A small glass of fruit juice counts as a portion of fruit, but it is far preferable to eat a fruit and drink water ...

The World Health Organization in 1990, and later several national governments, recommended people eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables — “five a day” — to protect against ...

5 Check food labels – and look out for the ‘5-a-day’ logo. But be aware that although vegetables contained in ready-meals can contribute to your five a day they may also be high in added ...

Ever since we were kids, the familiar ‘5-a-day’ phrase has lived rent-free in our brains (although, guys, apparently the new thing is '30 plants a week'). From ‘an apple a day to keep the ...

Fruit & veg consumption has slumped, despite widespread awareness of the 5 a day campaign. Is a new approach needed?

EXCLUSIVE: Dr Duane Mellor, one of Britain's top dietary researchers, recommends following the little-known 3:2 ratio. That is, eat at least three vegetables and two pieces of fruit every day.

Baked beans. Half a 400g can of baked beans counts as one of your five-a-day. They contain tomato sauce and they're made from haricot beans, a type of legume.

A new study shows that simply telling people to "Eat 1 more" fruit or vegetable can be more effective than traditional 5-a-day messaging—if the goal feels achievable, it works.

Federica Amati is a nutritionist who has her own version of the '5 a day' rule for good gut health. She eats five key food types every day, including whole grains and omega-3s.

By Hugo Francisco de Souza A new study shows that simply telling people to "Eat 1 more" fruit or vegetable can be more effective than traditional 5-a-day messaging—if the goal feels achievable ...