1. Vegetables Low in FAT! And Low in CALORIES!

2. How much do I need?  2 ½ cups per day  1 cup of raw or cooked vegetables or vegetable juice, or 2 cups of raw leafy greens can be considered as 1 cup from the Vegetable Group.

3. Nutrients Potassium: Helps to maintain healthy blood pressure

4. Potassium  Found in:  Sweet Potatoes  Potatoes  White Beans

5. Nutrients  Dietary Fiber:  Helps reduce cholesterol levels

6. Dietary Fiber  Found in:  Navy Beans  White Beans  Artichoke

7. Nutrients  Folate:  Helps the body form red blood cells

8. Nutrients  Vitamin A:  Keeps eyes and skin healthy,  Protects against infection

9. Vitamin A  Found In:  Sweet potato  Pumpkin  Carrots

10. Nutrients  Vitamin E:  Helps protect Vitamin A & essential fatty acids from cell oxidation

11. Vitamin E  Found In:  Turnip Greens  Carrot Juice

12. Nutrients  Vitamin C:  Helps heal cuts and wounds,  Keeps teeth and gums healthy

13. Vitamin C  Found In:  Green Peppers  Brussels Sprouts  Broccoli