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

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Dr. Charles Talakkottur answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: A well balanced diet is important for many aspects of health and the intake of vegetables has anti cancer properties which also serve as bulking agents to help aid in weight loss and provide vital nutrients.

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Answered 10/1/2015

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A member asked:

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

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Talakkottur answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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