My standbys and fall backs were different than my family’s had been while I was growing up.
Still, I probably wasn’t eating as many vegetables each day as I should have been.
As it turns out, the vast majority of Americans aren’t.
Think you might fall into that 87 percent?
Here are some signs for which to watch out.
Without it, blood vessels are more vulnerable, making bruising your daily reality.
It’s uncomfortable you likely feel gassy and bloated and just generally icky.
Adding high-fiber veggies or legumes can help keep you fuller longer.
According toSF Gate, veggies fill you up (fiber!)
Opting for other choices like meats, carbs, or fats, doesn’t keep you full as long.
Adding insult to injury, they are higher in calories.
Wu said that antioxidants help fight against collagen breakdown over time, which is essential for healthy skin.
for get well and stay well, you might need to eat more vegetables.
Sauer recommended dark, leafy greens for boosting your immune system and making sure you’re on the mend.
Kale, chard, and collard greens are all good choices.
You get forgetful
Keep forgetting the simplest of things?
Load up on summer and fall veggies to get more lutein into your diet.
Your body, health, and well-being will likely thank you.
