Established in 1991 as a partnership between the National Cancer Institute and the Produce for Better Health Foundation, the national “Five a Day for Better Health Program” encourages Americans to eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Fruits and vegetables are packed with powerful antioxidants and many other nutrients essential to good health. Research has shown that eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day, along with regular physical activity, helps maintain healthy weight, reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease*, and protects against the effects of aging.

Enjoying peaches will help you on your way to “Five a Day.” For more nutrition information, tips and ideas, please visit www.5aday.com.

* Diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer and other chronic diseases.

Source: The National Cancer Institute: “Eat Five a Day For Better Health” at www.5aday.gov