Kids need even more - 3 fruits and 4 vegetables a day. Many fruits have vitamin C. Vitamin C keeps your gums healthy. It helps your body heal wounds and cuts. Some fruits that have a lot of vitamin C are oranges, grapefruits, strawberries and cantaloupe. We need a good source of vitamin C everyday.
Fruits also have fiber.
Fiber helps keep you regular. Another good reason to eat fruits is they are low in calories and salt. Many vegetables have vitamin A. Vitamin A is needed for good eyesight, strong bones, and healthy skin. Some vegetables with lots of vitamin A are carrots, sweet potatoes, winter squash, greens and tomatoes. We need a good source of vitamin A every day.