Final answer:
The statement that less than one in ten Americans consumes the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables a day is true. Less than one in ten Americans consumes the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables a day.
Step-by-step explanation:
According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, about 90% of Americans do not consume the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables daily. The 2015 Dietary Guidelines recommend that adults consume 2 cups of fruits and 2.5 cups of vegetables per day.
The 2015 Dietary Guidelines recommend filling half of your plate with fruits and vegetables. These foods provide essential nutrients and have been linked to a reduced risk of many chronic diseases. Despite this recommendation, the food industry often promotes high-calorie foods with added sugars and fats (SOFAS) which may contribute to the lower consumption of fruits and vegetables.