Vegetables and fruits are an important part of eating well.

Canada’s Food Guide recommends that Canadians fill half their plate with vegetables and fruits. These foods provide important nutrients for health including vitamins, minerals, and fibre.

Eating vegetables and fruits daily can help to lower your risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Find information on this website to help you eat more vegetables and fruits – fresh, frozen and canned are all good options.

If you are looking for personalized nutrition information, you can speak with a dietitian when you call 811. For more information, please visit Dial-a-Dietitian – 811 HealthLine.