Eat up!
More and more research is being done that shows that when people garden they eat more veggies. This article abstracted in Pubmed provides more proof.
Association between community garden participation and fruit and vegetable consumption in rural Missouri.
Abstract
BACKGROUND:
Fruit and vegetable consumption reduces chronic disease risk, yet the majority of Americans consume fewer than recommended. Inadequate access to fruits and vegetables is increasingly recognized as a significant contributor to low consumption of healthy foods. Emerging evidence shows the effectiveness of community gardens in increasing access to, and consumption of, fruits and vegetables.
CONCLUSION:These complementary studies provide evidence that community gardens are a promising strategy for promoting fruit and vegetable consumption in rural communities. More…
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