Fruits and Vegetables for Health Improve Immunity

Fruits and vegetables are essential for health. They provide vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that support the brain, heart, and overall body function.

Daily intake is crucial. Experts recommend five portions of fruits and vegetables every day. This could mean five oranges or a mix of fruits and vegetables. Each portion counts toward the daily requirement.

Affordability remains a major challenge. Many Ghanaians struggle to buy enough fruits and vegetables. Prices are high, often exceeding the cost of prescribed medicines. Unlike drugs, fruits and vegetables are needed daily, not for a limited period.

Health institutions must help. Hospitals and clinics could create units where patients access fruits and vegetables at affordable prices. This ensures that health promotion messages are practical, not just advice.

The health and agricultural sectors should collaborate. Increased production, proper storage, and preservation during harvest seasons will guarantee year-round availability.

Investing in fruits and vegetables is as important as investing in medicines. Regular consumption strengthens immunity, protects the heart, and supports brain function. Access should not depend on wealth but on coordinated health policies and infrastructure.

Wherever possible, governments and health institutions should make fruits and vegetables affordable and accessible. This approach turns health advice into actionable solutions.

Source: Graphic Online