Over the last several weeks, you've become a portion pro; you've figured out how many servings of carbs, fats and protein-rich foods you should be having each day to stay satisfied and still peel off the pounds. Now, you'll learn how many fruit and veggies you should work into your diet.
As you probably already know, produce can be a dieter's best friend; low in calories, but high in fiber, these foods can satisfy you without pushing you over your calorie limit each day. You've already learned how many fruit servings you should be getting (check out Get Your Fruit Fix for a refresher) and how to select the ripest picks (see Pick Perfect Produce). Now, it's time to focus on vegetables. Check out Eat Your Veggies to learn how many servings you should be getting each day. And to make sure you're getting the most nutrients from your produce, read Add More Color to Your Diet.