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How many vegetables are needed daily or weekly?

The amount of vegetables you need to eat depends on your age, sex, and level of physical activity. Recommended total daily amounts are shown in the first chart. Recommended weekly amounts from each vegetable subgroup are shown in the second chart.

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			What's in the Vegetable Group?

			How much is needed?

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			Health benefits & nutrients

			Tips to help you eat vegetables

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			Grains

			Vegetables

			Fruits

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			Meat & Beans

			Oils

			Discretionary Calories

			Physical Activity

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