Excess fruit and vegetables in the diet does not reduce the risk of disease

August 8, 2014

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Man every day should eat five servings of fruits and vegetables. So say US experts. According to them, that is how much fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of developing a number of diseases and premature death. Interestingly, the increase in the amount consumed by the gifts of nature is not a prerequisite to further reduce risks.

One serving - it   80 g of fruit and vegetables . It is the number, the use of daily decreases, according to scientists, the risk of heart disease by 4% and the probability of premature death by 5%.

It has been known that the leading nutritionists fairly suggest that, as found in vegetables and fruits contained in antioxidants That enhance the immune system. Do not forget the fiber, which is indispensable for the proper digestion and for the efficient operation of the heart. Furthermore, most of these products are low in calories, so they are suitable for the diet of people who have problems with excessive body weight.

To conclude that five portions, i.e. 400 g of fruit and vegetables   enough to reduce the risk, the researchers analyzed 16 different studies conducted by authoritative experts from around the world. However, scientists say that about   70% of people   in the world do not follow these guidelines and do not include in the diet of five servings desired.

Meanwhile, scientists from University of Alabama   also expressed a very interesting thesis. In contrast to many nutritionists, they believe that the fruit and vegetable diet is absolutely not conducive to weight loss. Experts claim that by appointing a person to diet We must not forget that the body requires a number of elements that are contained in other products. For example, in the diet, which is a popular Mediterranean diet contains far more nutrients that are beneficial to the overall health of a person. Therefore, according to experts, to effectively reduce body weight, should be a more balanced diet and thus mandatory to practice physical activity, and, it should be done regularly.