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Is my diet still good if i eat at least 5 portions of fruit, but no vegetables but lettuce?

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Dr. LUIS IRIZARRY answered

Yes: Yes. 5 servings of fruit per day is highly recommended.

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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