Frequently Asked Questions: What is fruit serving size?

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Fruits and vegetables look good, taste great and contain vitamins and minerals.
Eating 5 to 9 A Day is quick and easy. A serving is a medium-size piece of fruit; ¾ cup (6 fl. oz.) of 100 percent fruit or vegetable juice, ½ cup cooked or canned vegetables or fruit, 1 cup of raw leafy vegetables, ½ cup cooked dry peas or beans, or ¼ cup dried fruit.
You can get your 5 to 9 A Day in many ways because fruits and vegetables come fresh, frozen, canned, dried, and as 100 percent fruit or vegetable juice.
Wash fresh fruits and vegetables thoroughly in water.

It depends on your age, gender, and activity level:

	Children ages 2–6 years old, women, some older adults	Older children, teen girls, active women, most men	Teen boys, active men
Calories	About 1,600	About 2,200	About 2,800
Vegetable Group	3 servings	4 servings	5 servings
Fruit Group	2 servings	3 servings	4 servings
*Adapted from the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2000

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Source: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
cdc.gov - reprinted with permission