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Poor Nutrition

Children and adults should limit cholesterol, sodium, and fat, particularly saturated fat, and increase fruits and vegetables in their diets, which can reduce risks for CVD. Three-quarters of Maine adults eat less than the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables.

It’s easy to eat fruits and vegetables! If you aim to have at least one fruit or vegetable at each meal you can easily eat five servings in a day. Fresh, frozen, and canned fruits and vegetables all have health benefits. Watch for saturated fats in your diet. Saturated fat is found in many processed foods. Check the food label to limit the total amount of fat you eat to 65 grams or less per day, of which no more than 20 grams is saturated fat.

 

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