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Eat your vegetables

We give you reasons why eating your veggies will benefit you greatly.

Everyone knows vegetables are an important source of food but the real question is, how many people eat it regularly because you enjoy it?

Here are reasons why vegetables are good for you:

According to Authority Nutrition, eating food that is high in fibre, such as fruits and vegetables, can help you lose weight.

Vegetables reduce your risk of having a stroke, high-blood pressure, cancer, heart disease and type-two diabetes.

Vegetables also make your plate of food look appetising and colourful.

If you are also looking to feel less guilty about having eaten an unhealthy meal, have a carrot.

Research has shown that children eat more spinach and vegetables after watching the cartoon Popeye. So now you know what you need to get them to watch today.

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