The five a day campaign

• evidence shows that there are significant health benefits to consuming five 80g portions of fruit and veg every day
• the world health organisation recommends eating a minimum of 400g of fruit and vegetables a day to lower the risk of serious health problems
• a portion is:

  • 1 tablespoon raisins
  • 1 medium pear
  • 7 strawberries
  • 2 broccoli florets
  • 3 heaped tablespoon peas
  • 3 tablespoons cooked kidney beans