Fruits and fruit juices provide important amounts of vitamins A and C and potassium. they are low in fat and sodium. The USDA suggests that Americans eat 2 to 4 servings of fruits daily.

What counts as a serving?
  • a medium apple or orange
  • 1/2 cup of chopped, cooked, or canned fruit
  • 3/4 cup of fruit juice

Source: United States Department of Agriculture, Home & Garden Bulletin #52


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