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June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month in the United States

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While the source of National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month has not been identified, the observance has taken place since 1991 as a way to promote growers and the grilling season.

This month-long observance encourages people to swap out processed, canned, and frozen options for fresh, colorful produce. It’s a great time to enjoy seasonal staples like strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. 

To celebrate in our area, consider visiting a local Michigan farmers’ market.
You can check out the Eastern Market in Detroit, which operates year-round with peak fresh produce available during the summer. 

 While most of us know that eating more fruits and vegetables are important for good health, do we actually know how much we eat?

Let’s take a mini inventory by using the free Start Simple with MyPlate app. Or you can track how many fruits and vegetables you eat by writing what you eat down on paper.  

Remember that fruits and vegetables can help with your overall health in many ways.

They can help prevent certain diseases like cancer and diabetes. They can help with obesity and weight control. They can improve your skin, nails and hair. There are many other benefits to getting enough fruits and vegetables. 

Only 1 in 10 adults get enough fruits or vegetables. Men, younger adults, and people with lower incomes get the fewest.

Add more color to your plate!

Save time and money by chopping extra fruit or vegetables at one time and freezing the extra.

  • Choose frozen or canned fruits and vegetables at the store.
  • Most adults get their fruit at breakfast. Add more fruit to your diet by grabbing a small apple or banana as your afternoon snack.
  • Dinner time is when most adults eat their vegetables. Get more veggies in your diet by adding them to your lunch time sandwich, or packing carrot sticks or grape tomatoes as a snack.
  •  Learn how to put your best fork forward and add more fruit and vegetables to your diet.

How to get involved:

  • Visit Local Farmers’ Markets: Shop local to find fresh, in-season produce (such as berries, cherries, and summer squash).
  • Plan a Healthy Menu: Try replacing processed snacks with fresh fruits and veggies, or challenge yourself to try a new exotic produce item.
  • Find Local Farms: Use the USDA Local Food Directories to search for nearby farmers’ markets and pick-your-own farms in your area.

Resource:

https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/june_is_national_fresh_fruit_and_vegetables_month

CDC Archives.