Health coach stresses importance of fruits, veggies in diet

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — September is National Fruits & Veggies Month, and Health Coach Jessica Molina discusses the importance of consuming these foods.

Molina emphasizes the recommended daily intake of two fruits and three vegetables. Various tools highlighted, such as spiralizers and knives for preparing produce, and suggest creative ways to incorporate vegetables into meals, such as using zucchini as pasta or making cauliflower steaks.

She also discusses budget-friendly options like cabbage and cauliflower, and creative uses for overripe bananas.

Molina encourages adding even one extra serving of fruits or vegetables daily to improve health. The conversation underscores the versatility and health benefits of incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into one's diet.