Unfortunately, in 1998, the majority of Americans are still not eating 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. Here are some of the barriers that have been suggested by consumers when attempting to eat more fruits and vegetables. We offer possible explanations and solutions to help you implement this very important preventive health behavior. The best way to ensure you are not overpaying for fruits and vegetables is to buy in season. Apples and oranges are winter fruits and peaches and plums are summer fruits.
Prices go down as the supply increases.
Another way to save money on fruits and vegetable purchases is to buy in quantity from a produce truck. If you live alone, share your purchases with a neighbor or friend. This is true, but they take a lot longer to spoil if they are in the refrigerator, rather than sitting out on the counter. Red delicious and granny smith apples tend to keep in the refrigerator longer. To help ensure freshness, make sure your produce drawer is cleaned and lined with foil, as this will reduce spoilage.