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Table 1 Content of social cognitive messages across weekly newsletters

From: Brief fruit and vegetable messages integrated within a community physical activity program successfully change behaviour

Week

Social Cognitive Messages

1

Benefits of eating the recommended number of fruits and vegetables

2

Risks of eating too few fruits and vegetables, understanding portion sizes, and accumulating the amount of fruits and vegetables eaten in a day.

3

Strategies to incorporate F&V into main dishes, desserts, breakfast, or an evening snack Tips on planning to have accessible fruits and vegetables in the home.

4

Benefits of eating a variety of fruits and vegetables. Strategies related to using frozen or canned fruits and vegetables and the strategic use of 100% fruit juice

5

Issues of nutritional value related to eating fruits and vegetables raw, cooked, or canned. Tips on preparation to increase the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables.

6

Strategies to prepare fruits and vegetables so that they are more appealing.

7

Strategies to prepare and have fruits and vegetables available so they fit in the daily routine.

8

Top 12 List on how to get 5 a Day; numbers 7–12.

9

Top 12 List on how to get 5 a Day; numbers 1–6.