Week of 2006-10-07 17:00 to 2006-10-14 16:59

Eating five to nine servings of colorful fruits and vegetables a day is part of an essential plan for healthier living. The wide range of vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals help fight cancer, heart disease and the effects of aging.

5 a day, 7 a day, or 9 a day…

Wondering how many servings you really need each day?

Children (2-6 yrs.), women, and others who typically need about 1,600 calories to reach or maintain a healthy weight: 5 servings – 2 fruits, 3 vegetables

Older children, teen girls, active women, and most men who typically need about 2,200 calories to reach or maintain a healthy weight: 7 servings – 3 fruits, 4 vegetables

Teen boys and active men, who typically need about 2,800 calories to reach or maintain a healthy weight: 9 servings – 4 fruits, 5 vegetables

The California Grown Campaign reminds all of us how important it is to look for and purchase agricultural products grown and produced in the Golden State. The campaign is a true public-private partnership. It is supported by the state and federal governments, as well as by the hundreds of growers who provide Californians with food, clothing, shelter and fiber. The campaign is also working with hundreds of stores throughout the state to promote California products.

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