These foods are naturally low in fat, and any fat present is unsaturated - the good type for our heart. They are also low in salt, another bonus for heart health. Fruit and vegetables are high in fibre and contain antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds which occur naturally in plant foods and have many functions that may include helping prevent heart disease, cancer and other degenerative diseases.
Five ways to eat more fruit and vegetables:
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