Vegetables and fruits are healthy foods

From October 21 to 27, 2024, the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation announced a Week to promote the consumption of vegetables and fruits within the framework of the All-Russian project "Healthy Generation". The medical staff of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the infocampany – hold conversations on a significant topic. 

Vegetables and fruits occupy a fairly important place in the diet, they are a valuable source of vitamins, carbohydrates, organic acids and minerals. The benefits of fruits and vegetables are undeniable, so they should be the basis of the human diet to ensure the normal functioning of the body. According to the latest WHO recommendations, it is necessary to consume at least 400 grams of vegetables and fruits per day.

Consuming vegetables and fruits in sufficient (and even higher than recommended) amounts brings multifaceted benefits: increases life expectancy; promotes mental health; ensures heart health; reduces the risk of cancer, obesity and diabetes; improves intestinal health and immunity.

According to statistics, 80% of Russians consume insufficient amounts of fresh vegetables. 59% of respondents do not monitor their consumption of vegetables and eat them much less often than recommended by the Ministry of Health. Support your health by adding vegetables and fruits to your diet!