Samira is concerned about eating a healthful amount of nutrient-rich vegetables every day. Based on MyPlate, what would be a practical suggestion to guide her daily choices?
A)Eat at least 1 cup of potatoes and other light-colored vegetables at every meal.
B)Eat at least 2 cups of salad at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
C)Eat at least 2-1/2 cups of a variety of vegetables, especially dark-green and orange vegetables and beans and peas.
D)Eat at least 5 cups of a variety of vegetables, including dark-green and orange vegetables and beans and peas.

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According to MyPlate, the recommended amount of vegetables for adults is at least 2-1/2 cups per day. It is also recommended to focus on a variety of vegetables, including dark-green and orange vegetables and beans and peas. Therefore, option C is the best choice as it aligns with MyPlate recommendations and provides practical guidance for daily vegetable intake. Options A and B are limiting and not diverse enough, while option D exceeds the recommended amount of vegetables for most adults.

Samira Is Concerned About Eating a Healthful Amount of Nutrient-Rich