While I'm often sharing my thoughts on the big issues of nutrition, diet, and healthy lifestyle - a lot of the little stuff gets lost in the mix. I'd like to answer the number one question I'm asked when it comes to the produce category: Which is better: Fruits or vegetables?

For all of you out there making bets on this, everyone is a little right. They're both terrific choices (except if you focus exclusively on the starchy peas and corn!). Filled with nutrients and water - so the calories are diluted - you can't go wrong with either.

If you're not a veggie eater, and want five fruits, that works. Same for the fruit-averse; focus on veggies. It's the color that matters most. The color of the fruit or veggie provides the source of nutrients - so think of the rainbow when you're making your daily selections. In the perfect world, you'd combine both, and many people do. If you don't, no worries, it still works.

So, how much is enough? While the newest recommendations are for 7-9 servings a day, most people find it a daily challenge to get the basic 5 fruits and/or veggies a day.

Remember that a serving is based on 1/2 to 1 cup amounts - and not your serving. Peeling a grapefruit and eating is whole, in sections? That's 2 servings. A big bowl of salad that's 2 cups of greens - that's 2 servings.

Nowadays, with pre-packaged salads, and cut-up fruits and vegetables, it's easier to get those servings in. While those are pricey options, you can stick with frozen fruits and veggies, or even canned (drain the salty liquid for veggies, and the extra heavy syrup for fruits). Get a sharp knife, and cut up your own fresh produce for further savings.

With summer coming, it's a great time to focus on colorful fruits and vegetables as a major part of your diet. The choice is yours -and they're both good ones!

What are some of your favorite fruits and vegetables?