Over 70 percent of California adolescents are not eating enough fruits and vegetables1
Eating vegetables and fruits is connected with a reduced risk of many chronic diseases, may be protective against certain types of cancer, and may help teens achieve and maintain a healthy weight.2
Indicator Progress
In 2009 (baseline year), 19.9% of adolescents aged 12-17 met the recommended intake of fruits and vegetables (at least 5 servings per day). The current value in 2018 was 24.0%. The updated 2034 target is to be determined (TBD).
Baseline
19.9%
Target
TBD
Indicator Highlights
Building Broccoli Smiles through Food Literacy
The Food Literacy Center teaches low-income elementary school students skills to reduce obesity risk. These skills include how to read and cook using a simple recipe, make sustainable food choices, and find enrichment in both cooking and eating healthy foods. Read more »
Proportion of Adolescents Who Reported Consuming Fruits and Vegetables Five or More Times Yesterday, Over Time
Proportion of Adolescents Who Reported Consuming Fruits and Vegetables Five or More Times Yesterday, by Demographic Category
Proportion of Adolescents Who Reported Consuming Fruits and Vegetables Five or More Times Yesterday, by Location
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- Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Branch. (2014). Obesity in California: The Weight of the State. California Department of Public Health. Weblink: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DCDIC/NEOPB/CDPH%20Document%20Library/RES_CAObesityReport_Website.pdf
- Backman, D., Lee, P., & Paciotti, B. (2013). Health Disparities in the Medi-Cal Population. Retrieved November 17, 2015, from www.dhcs.ca.gov: https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/dataandstats/Documents/HealthDisparities.pdf
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