The Best Fresh Vegetables in the EU
Europeans consume about 20% of the recommended daily amount of vegetables.
This consumption varies from country to country, with the Italians being the most virtuous, consuming 36%.
Whereas in the world the poorest eat less than the richest, in Italy the poorest consume more vegetables than the richest.
Vegetables are a fundamental food for health and physical well-being.
Regular consumption of vegetables can help reduce the risk of health problems. Therefore, it is recommended to use a lot of fresh vegetables, to introduce vegetables in meals such as pasta, pizza and salads or to use them in soups and stews.
With a little attention, it is easy to increase your vegetable consumption and improve your health.
Vegetables come in a wide range of colours, shapes and flavours, which means that there is always a vegetable that everyone likes.
Here is a selection of the best fresh vegetables from the EU:
