January 14th, 2026- Fresh fruits and vegetables are directly tied to reversing the nation’s two leading causes of death, and Americans are not eating nearly enough of them. Heart disease and cancer account for more than 40% of all U.S. deaths, according to the National Vital Statistics Report published Sept. 16, 2025.
Yet, produce consumption remains stubbornly low. Only about 12% of adults meet the recommended daily fruit intake of 1.5 to 2 cups, and just 10% reach the 2 to 3 cups of vegetables recommended in the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, according to CDC reports. The health impact of closing that gap is simple, side-effect-free, and scientifically backed…..
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