Healthy Eating Infographic Poster

School Gardens Plant the Seed of Healthy Eating. Check out some evidence-based ways that gardens lead to improved nutrition and healthy eating!

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School Gardens Plant the Seed of Healthy Eating. Check out some evidence-based ways that gardens lead to improved nutrition and healthy eating!

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Increase Fruit & Vegetable Consumption

Children who grow their own food are more likely to eat fresh fruits and vegetables (Canaris, 1995; Hermann et al., 2006; Libman, 2007; McAleese & Rankin, 2007; Pothukuchi, 2004)

Preference for Fruits & Vegetables

Children exposed to growing fruits and vegetables have an enhanced preference for these foods. (Lineberger & Zajicek, 2000).

Improved Nutrition Knowledge

A garden-based nutrition education improves students’ nutrition knowledge and preferences for vegetables. (Morris & Zidenberg-Cherr, 2002)

Improved Attitudes Towards Fruits and Vegetables

Exposure to a school garden improves attitudes towards fruits and vegetables. (Pothukuchi, K. 2004)