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The old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” reminds us that our bodies need fruits and vegetables for health. But are apples the best medicine, or can we do better?
Apples are full of fiber and vitamins, but they are also high in carbohydrates, which means they make sugar in the blood. Blood sugar is the main source of energy in the body, but for people with type 2 diabetes, too much of a good thing can lead to a trip to the doctor.
If there is one food group everyone should focus on having daily, it is vegetables.
Veggies offer our bodies loads of fiber and vitamins, but most of them are very low in carbohydrates. This makes them the ideal food to boost our health and help manage good blood sugars. One reason people may not reach the recommended four servings a day is that veggies seem expensive. But check out these prices based on USDA national averages for one cup of fresh vegetables and you will see that they are a reasonable choice.
Remember that making healthy changes takes time. Start with the small goal of having a vegetable most every day, and increase it from there! For something different, try this recipe for roasted vegetables.
