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Canned & Frozen Produce Campaign
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5 A Day the Alaskan Way
It's easy for Alaskans to get 5 cups of fruits and vegetables everyday for better health. Fresh wild berries and greens may be just outside your door in the summer. During winter stock up on canned and frozen fruits and vegetables. Canned, frozen or fresh - it's the Alaskan way to 5 A Day! For more information, contact the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, (907) 269-8446

5 A Day for Better Health
What can help prevent cancer, heart disease, diabetes, cataracts and high blood pressure? Fruits and vegetables! The National Cancer Institute recommends 5 cups everyday for better health. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables to get their many different benefits. Canned, frozen or fresh - it's the Alaskan way to 5 A Day! For more information, contact the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, (907) 269-8446

Canned & Frozen Fruits and Vegetables Count, Too.
Many people think that only fresh produce counts as "healthy" fruits and vegetables. New studies show that canned and frozen fruits and vegetables have the same amount of nutrients as fresh (sometimes more). Canned and frozen produce picked in the peak of ripeness and processed quickly, saves all the nutrients. Eat 5 cups of fruits and vegetables everyday for better health. Canned, frozen or fresh - it's the Alaskan way to 5 A Day! For more information, contact the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, (907) 269-8446

Canned & Frozen Fruits and Vegetables are Good for You.
Did you know that canned pumpkin has 20 times more vitamin A than fresh pumpkin? Canned tomatoes have more nutrients that can prevent certain types of cancer than fresh tomatoes. Eat 5 cups of fruits and vegetables everyday for better health. Canned, frozen or fresh - it's the Alaskan way to 5 A Day! For more information, contact the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, (907) 269-8446

Improve Your Game!
Did you know that fruits and vegetables give you the quick energy and fluid you need when you're active? Grab a can of 100% fruit or vegetable juice, a box of raisins or open a can of fruit for a pre-game snack. Frozen berries are a great way to refresh and refuel after a workout. Eat 5 cups of fruits and vegetables everyday for better health. Canned, frozen or fresh - it's the Alaskan way to 5 A Day! For more information, contact the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, (907) 269-8446


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