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One Extra Spoonful of Veggies Each Meal

20 Percent More Veggies

From , former About.com Guide

Updated March 01, 2007

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Whenever you serve vegetables, put about 20 percent more on your plate than normal. You will eat these, fill up and get some extra nutrition.

Note: This tip does not apply to vegetables covered in cheese sauce or prepared with bacon. Sorry.

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