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Many students struggle to include enough vegetables in their diet. A study revealed that a significant percentage of students, around 80%, reported regularly not consuming any vegetables. This can be attributed to factors like a lack of healthy eating habits learned in childhood, the ease of access to less healthy options in cafeterias and fast-food chains, and the perception that vegetables are not as appealing or convenient. However, encouraging students to incorporate more vegetables into their diet can have positive impacts on their health and well-being. There are so many benefits of Eating Vegetables such as the Vegetables are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. Besides that it also can improved Health because a diet rich in vegetables can reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. On the other hands, it can help us with weight management due to their low calorie density and high fiber content. So, the strategies to Encourage Vegetable Consumption is we can Promote Nutritional Education to educate students about the benefits of vegetables and how to incorporate them into their diets can increase their consumption. We also can Make Vegetables Accessible by offering easy-to-grab options like veggie cups with dipping sauces or including a side of vegetables with every entree can encourage more intake. Besides that, we can Make Vegetables Appealing through Presenting vegetables in creative and colorful ways, like adding them to salads, smoothies, or stir-fries, can make them more appealing.