How to Sign “Fruit” in ASL
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Hand Shape: right hand is in the “F Hand” shape
Location: corner of the mouth
Tip: the “F Hand” shape is the same as the universal “a ok” gesture
Action: twist wrist forward 2x
Video transcript: Hi and welcome to Sign Baby Sign. This week’s word “fruit”. Fruit being F-R-U-I-T, fruit. The “F” hand shape at your mouth just in little circles for fruit.
Fruits are a very important part of your diet. They help you receive the vitamins and nutrients needed for your body. So, how much fruit should you be eating daily? Well, that depends on your sex and level of physical activity. Take a look at the chart below to see the
Recommended Daily Amounts of Fruit Intake.
| Children | 2-3 years old
4-8 years old |
1 cup
1 to 1 1/2 cups |
| Girls | 9-13 years old
14-18 years old |
1 1/2 cups
1 1/2 cups |
| Boys | 9-13 years old
14-18 years old |
1 1/2 cups
2 cups |
| Women | 19-30 years old
31-50 years old 51+ years old |
2 cups
1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 cups |
| Men | 19-30 years old
31-50 years old 51+ years old |
2 cups
2 cups 2 cups |
Based on the above chart are you getting the proper amount recommended for your age range? What are your favorite fruits? What are your favorite ways to eat them?
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