Health and Wellness

Eating 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables is one of the easiest things you can do for your health. Visit 5aday.gov to learn why fruits and vegetables are so important, how many fruits and vegetables you need, what a serving size is, key nutrients contained in different colors of fruits and vegetables, fun facts about different fruits and vegetables, and many tips and recipes for helping you achieve your fruit and vegetable goals. You'll also find information specific for men, women, and African Americans, research on the health benefits of fruits and vegetables, 5 A Day resources and tools, a newsroom, and details about the National Cancer Institute's 5 A Day Program.