Plant
based foods reduce our risk of chronic diseases
Fruits
and vegetables are beneficial for many reasons. They contain many vitamins and
minerals our bodies need daily. Many studies show that a plant based diet helps
reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes.
Fruits and vegetables also add bulk to your meal, thus helping to moderate your
intake, which can keep you at a healthy weight and reduce your risk of weight
gain. In this lesson, we will learn about the benefits of fruits and vegetables.