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[Fruit and vegetable beverages: advantages and disadvantages].
Muriel Clarisse1, Vittorio Giusti
1Clarisse, Muriel Giusti, Vittorio muriel.clarisse@hospvd.ch
Revue Medicale Suisse
|May 21, 2008
Summary
Fruit and vegetable shots offer a convenient way to increase intake but lack fiber and vitamin C compared to fresh produce. They can supplement, not replace, fresh options, with potential cost implications.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Dietary Habits
Context:
- Swiss dietary guidelines recommend 600g of fruits and vegetables daily.
- Actual average intake is approximately 380g per day, only 60% of the recommendation.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the role of fruit and vegetable shots in bridging the dietary gap.
- To assess the nutritional and physiological impact of these products compared to fresh produce.
Summary:
- Fruit and vegetable shots can aid in increasing fruit and vegetable consumption.
- They are nutritionally inferior to fresh foods, with lower fiber and vitamin C content.
- These shots may affect satiety and cannot fully replace fresh fruit and vegetable portions.
Impact:
- Fruit and vegetable shots can be a supplementary part of a varied diet.
- Potential cost analysis indicates an additional expense of approximately CHF 30 per week compared to fresh food consumption.
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