Sample Media and/or Newsletter or Listserv Announcement

Cut and paste this text into your newsletter, listserv, or press release. Add local details and quotes from your organization.

Research shows that fruit and vegetables are important to maintain good health. Yet most of us aren’t eating enough fruit and vegetables. This September, [your organization] is proud to participate in Fruit and Veggies – More Matters Month.

Eating the recommended servings of fruit and vegetables can help protect you from heart disease, bone loss, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancers. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can also help you lose weight.

• Add details about your local activities.
• Include quote from your organization.

Check out MyPlate.gov to find out how many servings of fruit and veggies you need based on your age, weight, level of physical activity, and gender.

For more information, visit [insert your organization information].