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Stephen Beech

Patients Prescribed Free Fruit And Veggies Much Healthier In 6 Months

Patients prescribed free fruit and veg by their doctor were much healthier six months later, reveals a new study. PHOTO BY JANE DOAN/PEXELS

American researchers found that adults at risk of heart disease who received prescriptions for free produce ate more fruits and vegetables and had lower blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index (BMI).

Produce prescription programs in the U.S. allow doctors to prescribe fruit and veg in addition to medications.

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