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Staggering Statistic: Are You Missing a Piece of the Food Pyramid?

Last Update: December 21, 2023

According to recent data, we’re basically ignoring an entire section of the food pyramid.

Only 13 percent of Americans eat enough fruit each day to meet the government’s daily recommendations. Even fewer people—8.9 percent—eat enough vegetables each day.

Trying to sneak more nutritious produce into your diet? Consider supplementing your fresh fruits and vegetables with greens powders or squeezable fruit packs.

This article is related to:

Diet, Food, Health, Nutrition

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Annalise Mantz

Annalise is a foodie, Brussels sprouts lover, grammar nerd, and political pet aficionado.

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