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FRUITS. Fruits & Nebraska. Fruits & Nebraska. Nebraska Fruits. What foods are in the Fruit Group?. Any fruit or 100% fruit juice counts as part of the Fruit Group. Fruits may be fresh, canned, frozen, or dried, and may be whole, cut-up, or pureed. How much fruit is needed daily?.
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What foods are in the Fruit Group? Any fruit or 100% fruit juice counts as part of the Fruit Group. Fruits may be fresh, canned, frozen, or dried, and may be whole, cut-up, or pureed.
How much fruit is needed daily? • 1 - 1 ½ Cups • Half your plate should be vegetables & fruits
Why is it important to eat fruit? • Great Source of Vitamins • Low in: • Fat • Sodium • Calories
Fruit Safety – Step 1 1 Rinse fruits before preparing or eating them.
Fruit Safety – Step 2 2 Under clean, running water, rub fruits briskly with your hands to remove dirt and surface microorganisms.
Fruit Safety – Step 3 3 Dry with a clean cloth towel or paper towel after rinsing.
Fruit Safety – Step 4 4 Keep fruits separate from raw meat, poultry and seafood while shopping, preparing, or storing.