We are always told that we need our 5 a day, but what actually counts? It may sound simple, but it can actually feel like a bit of a mine field! We’ve put together a list of foods that make the cut….
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What counts as 1 of your 5 a day?
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2 broccoli spears
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4 tablespoons of kale
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3 tablespoons of carrot/peas
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5cm cucumber
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7 cherry tomatoes
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Canned Veg – Choose ones in water, not juice
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3 tablespoons of beans (max of 1)
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Smoothies, fruit/veg juice – 150ml (max 1, releases bad sugars when blended)
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14 grapes
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20 raspberries
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7 strawberries
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1 tablespoon raisins
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8 Brussel sprouts
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1 tablespoon tomato puree
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1 Sweet Potato
Surprising Facts
Potatoes do NOT count of 1 of your 5 a day, this is due to them being high in saturates and carbohydrates, as they are usually used as the staple within a meal.
Dried Fruit counts – but not in between meals to reduce tooth decay
