NUTRITION NEWS

Research indicates tha eating 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day can help you lose weight, lower your blood pressure and decrease your risk of many chronic diseases. An easy way to add more fruits and vegetables is to have them as a snack between meals.

HEALTHY RECIPE

Low Fat No Bake
Snack Mix
4 cups Oat bran cereal squares
½ cup dry roasted nuts or soy nuts
1 cup dried mixed fruit
1/2 cup dried apple rings

Combine all ingredients and store in covered container. Makes about 40 ½ cup serving: 81 Calories, l g Fat, 0 g Sat Fat, 0 g Cholesterol, 71 g Sodium, 1.5 g Fiber, 2 g Protein.

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