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Legend Colors
Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.
Compared to Distribution
the value is in the best half of communities.
the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.
the value is in the worst quarter of communities.
Compared to Target
meets target; 
does not meet target.
Compared to a Single Value
lower than the comparison value;
higher than the comparison value;
not statistically different from comparison value.
Trend
non-significant change over time; 
significant change over time; 
no change over time.
Compared to Prior Value
higher than the previous measurement period;
lower than the previous measurement period;
no statistically different change from previous measurement period.
Significantly better than the overall value
Significantly worse than the overall value
No significant difference with the overall value
No data on significance available
Vegetable Intake among Adults
County: Clark
Measurement Period: 2015
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This indicator shows the percentage of adults who ate vegetables (green salad, potatoes [excluding french fries, fried potatoes, or potato chips], carrots, or other vegetables) less than one time per day during the last 30 days before the survey.
Why is this important?
It is essential to eat a fresh, healthy and balanced diet in order to optimize weight and prevent chronic disease. Numerous studies have shown a clear link between the amount and variety of fruits and vegetables consumed and rates of chronic diseases, especially cancer. According to the World Cancer Research Fund International, about 35 percent of all cancers can be prevented through increased fruit and vegetable consumption. The USDA currently recommends four and one-half cups (nine servings) of fruits and vegetables daily for a 2,000-calorie diet, with higher or lower amounts depending on the caloric level. Despite the benefits, many people still do not eat recommended levels of fruits and vegetables. This is particularly true of consumers with lower incomes and education levels.
19.5%
Source:
Behavioral Risk Factors Surveillance System
Measurement period: 2015
Maintained by: Southern Nevada Health District
Last update: September 2016
Measurement period: 2015
Maintained by: Southern Nevada Health District
Last update: September 2016
Compared to
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No significant difference with the overall value
No significant difference with the overall value
No significant difference with the overall value
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Data Source
- Behavioral Risk Factors Surveillance System
Maintained By: Southern Nevada Health District
Filed under: Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating, Health Behaviors, Adults