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Is it okay for teenagers to eat plenty of vegetables even if were on our diets?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Yes: It is always fine to eat plenty of vegetables in your diet.

Answered 2/17/2013

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Sure: Vegetables are a great source of nutrients and low in calories. Some may provide gas like cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and brussel sprouts. If that is not a problem, continue to eat your vegetables and enjoy them. I wish more people were eating their vegetables as you are.

Answered 7/18/2014

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