Getting your 5 a day doesn't have to be complicated. With a few small changes, it's easy to add more fruit and vegetables into your everyday routine. From quick snacks to simple swaps, here are some practical ways to increase your intake.

Why eating more fruit and veg matters

Fruit and vegetables are an important part of a balanced diet and are a key source of vitamins, minerals and fibre. The NHS recommends eating at least 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day, with further guidance on what counts towards your 5 a day available on their site. A portion is around 80g of fresh, frozen or canned produce.

Easy ways to eat more fruit and veg

Simple swaps and habits can make a big difference:

• Add fruit to breakfast (like bananas, berries or apple)
• Include veg in every main meal
• Keep chopped veg ready for snacking
• Swap snacks for fruit where possible
• Add spinach or kale to smoothies
• Choose mixed salads or side veg with meals

Can you drink your 5 a day?

Juice and smoothies can count towards your 5 a day, but only up to one 150ml portion per day. Whole fruit and vegetables still provide fibre, so it's best to enjoy a mix of both.

Make it easier with cold-pressed juice

Cold-pressed juice is a simple way to top up your fruit and veg intake when life gets busy. Browse our full range of cold-pressed juices and shots, try our Glorious Greens cold-pressed green juice for a boost of leafy veg, our 100% cold-pressed orange juice for a vitamin C hit, or our Brilliant Beets cold-pressed beetroot juice to add beetroot to your routine.

Cold-pressed juice works best alongside whole fruit and vegetables as part of a balanced diet.