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What is the recommended intake of fruits and vegetables in the different European countries?

Great Britain (UK)

Fruit and vegetables are important components of a healthy diet. National recommendations for fruit and vegetable intake vary considerably throughout the European Region. Several countries afford a total fruit and vegetable intake recommendation without differentiating between the two, from 3 - 5 portions/day to 5 - 9 portions/day. Other countries do distinguish between fruit and vegetables in their recommendations. Many national campaigns promote fruit and vegetable consumption:

• United Kingdom – 5 a day (http://www.dh.gov.uk/Home/fs/en)
• Denmark – 6 om dagen (http://www.6omdagen.dk/)
• France – 5 par jour (http://www.mangerbouger.fr/campagnes/fruits/fruits.html)
• Germany – 5 am Tag (http://www.5amtag.de/index1.php)
• Ireland – developing horticulture (http://www.bordbia.ie/)
• Netherlands – 2 + 2 a day (http://www.fruitandvegetables.org.uk/)
• Norway – 5 om dagen (http://www.lommelegen.no/art/art1796.asp)
• Spain – 5 al dia (http://www.5aldia.com/)

See also:

• http://www.euro.who.int/nutrition/security/20030815_1
• http://www.dh.gov.uk/PolicyAndGuidance/HealthAndSocialCareTopics/FiveADay/FiveADayGeneralInformation/fs/en

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