7 reasons to eat more vegetables (B1)

Today, I want to talk about why it’s important to eat more vegetables. There are many good reasons to add more veggies to our meals. I think vegetables are not only healthy but also tasty and fun to eat.

First, vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals. These are things our body needs to stay healthy. For example, carrots have a lot of vitamin A, which is good for our eyes. Spinach has iron, which helps our blood carry oxygen around our body. I try to eat different colored vegetables because each color gives us different vitamins.

Another reason to eat more vegetables is that they have a lot of fiber. Fiber is important for our digestion. It helps us feel full and can prevent some health problems. I notice that when I eat more vegetables, I feel less hungry between meals.

Vegetables are also low in calories. This means we can eat a lot of them without gaining weight. If we want to lose weight or stay at a healthy weight, eating more vegetables is a good idea. I like to fill half of my plate with vegetables at lunch and dinner.

The fourth reason to eat more vegetables is that they can help prevent some diseases. Scientists say that eating lots of vegetables might lower our risk of heart disease and some types of cancer. It’s amazing how food can affect our health!

Vegetables are also good for the environment. Growing vegetables usually uses less water and energy than producing meat. So, by eating more vegetables, we can help the planet too. I feel good knowing that my food choices can make a difference.

Another great thing about vegetables is that they’re versatile. We can eat them in many different ways. We can eat them raw, cooked, or in soups and salads. There are so many ways to prepare vegetables that we never get bored. I enjoy trying new recipes with vegetables I’ve never tasted before.

Lastly, vegetables can be very affordable. Many vegetables are cheaper than meat or processed foods. This means we can eat healthily without spending too much money. I like to buy vegetables that are in season because they’re usually less expensive and taste better.

In conclusion, there are many good reasons to eat more vegetables. They’re healthy, good for the environment, versatile, and often cheap. I think it’s important to try to add more vegetables to our meals every day. We can start small, maybe by adding one extra serving of vegetables to our lunch or dinner. Over time, we can increase the amount of vegetables we eat.

I’ve found that eating more vegetables has made me feel healthier and more energetic. It’s also fun to try new vegetables and find new ways to cook them. What about you? Do you eat many vegetables? What’s your favorite vegetable and how do you like to eat it? Remember, every small change in our diet can make a big difference to our health in the long run.

Questions

1. What are two vitamins or minerals mentioned in the text that we can get from vegetables?
2. How can eating vegetables help with weight management?
3. What effect does fiber have on our body?
4. According to the text, how might eating vegetables affect our risk of certain diseases?
5. How can eating more vegetables be good for the environment?
6. What are three ways to prepare vegetables mentioned in the text?
7. Why might it be a good idea to buy vegetables that are in season?
8. How does the speaker suggest we start adding more vegetables to our diet?
9. What positive effects has the speaker noticed from eating more vegetables?
10. Can you name one reason why vegetables are often an affordable food choice?