“The variety of fruits and

vegetables that consumers need for a

healthy diet is

Tips to consider when purchasing

Fruit and vegetables :- look for produce that is

not bruised or damaged

- when selecting fresh-cut produce (half a watermelon, or greens) choose items that are refrigerated or surrounded by ice

- bag fresh fruits and vegetables in separate bags, do not place with

Tips to consider when purchasing grains:

- Search the label (low in sodium, saturated (solid ) fat, and added sugars

- Look for the word “whole” at the beginning of the ingredients list

- Buy grain products that are packaged tightly and sealed well.

- Grains should look and smell fresh

- Only purchase what you need

Benefits of Whole Grains:- Vit Bs, metabolism, nervous system- Magnesium and selenium, builds bones- Iron, carry oxygen in blood

Wheat Flour 101Whole-Wheat: made from entire kernelWhite: made from the endosperm Bread: made from long-patent white flour made primarily from hard, winter wheat. Good for yeast breads and hard rollsDurum (Semolina): highest protein content, best for pasta products All-Purpose: blended hard and soft wheat flours, great for breads, cakes, or pastry Pastry: soft wheat, used by professional bakers

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Complied by:“Let’s build

wellness rather than treating

disease.” Dr. Bruce Daggy

Purchasing Fruit,

Vegetables & Grains

References:http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/types/fruits/tipsfreshprodsafety.html

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/sites/default/files/tentips/DGTipsheet22ChoosingWholeGrainFoods.pdf

http://foodiezoolee.com/2015/12/produce-in-season-by-the-month/#more-1950

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/vegetables-nutrients-health

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/grains-nutrients-health

Brown, Amy C. Understanding Food: Principles and Preparation. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Pub, 2011. Print.

McWilliams, Margaret. Fundamentals of Meal Management. 5th

Benefits of Fruit and vegetables:- Low in fat and calories- No cholesterol- Contain potassium, helps blood

pressure- Fiber, reduce blood cholesterol

levels- Folate acid, helps body form red

blood cells- Vit C, heal cuts and wounds