A diet rich in fruit and vegetables as an optimal eating behavior is recommended for adolescent health. Therefore, the aim of this cross-sectional study was to identify factors related to daily fruit and vegetables consumption among 402 adolescents in Tabriz, Iran. A general self-administrated questionnaire was used to assess demographic characteristics, subscale perceived family support and se...

OBJECTIVE Little is known about the causes of sporadic (noninherited) retinoblastoma. Rates seem to be somewhat higher among poorer populations in Mexico. Fruits and vegetables are important sources of carotenoids and folate. We examined whether decreased gestational maternal intake of fruits and vegetables may contribute to development of sporadic retinoblastoma. METHODS At the Instituto Nac...

BACKGROUND Antioxidant nutrients found in popularly consumed vegetables, including red beans, are thought to prevent diabetic complications. In this study, we assessed the frequency and contributing factors of intake of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants, and we determined their impact on the prevention of diabetes-related cataract extraction. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study,...

BACKGROUND Low-carbohydrate diets could lead to reduced fruit and vegetable intake, which may be protective against CVD. The role of carbohydrate intake in modifying the association between fruits and vegetables and CVD has not been evaluated. OBJECTIVE To evaluate whether carbohydrate intake affects the association between fruits and vegetables and CVD. DESIGN We included participants from...

OBJECTIVE To examine the fruit and vegetable consumption in Thailand, the percentage of Thais meeting recommended intakes and the association with sociodemographic factors. DESIGN Cross-sectional survey with a stratified, three-stage, cluster probability sampling design. SETTING Community-dwelling men and women participating in the Thailand National Health Examination Survey III. SUBJECTS...

Consuming a diet high in fruits and vegetables is associated with lower risks for numerous chronic diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular disease. Even so, the impact of eating fruits and vegetables on weight management has not been widely researched. This brief will examine the evidence from available studies to determine whether eating fruits and vegetables can help with weight managem...

Teen Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Linked with Parent Consumption Fruits and vegetables are low in calories and rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber. Increased consumption of fruits and vegetables is associated with reduced risk of health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that adolescents eat 1.5 to 2 ...

Consuming a diet high in fruits and vegetables is associated with lower risks for numerous chronic diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular disease. Even so, the impact of eating fruits and vegetables on weight management has not been widely researched. This brief will examine the evidence from available studies to determine whether eating fruits and vegetables can help with weight managem...

F ruits and vegetables contain many beneficial nutrients and phytochemicals that are thought to protect against cardiovascular disease (1,2) and diabetes (3–5). Further, different types of vegetables and fruits may differ in their contents of carbohydrates, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other unidentified phytochemicals. However, epidemiologic data on fruit and vegetable intake and type...

Fresh, frozen, and canned vegetables all have their own unique set of benefits and drawbacks, but all contain vital nutrients, such as carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are maintained through the respective processes. Canned and frozen versions are the most common processed vegetables. While processed vegetables can be more convenient, have a longer shelf-life, and ar...