Can dried fruits be counted as the fruit servings?

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Canned fruits are not allowed to replace fresh fruit servings because they are usually preserved and higher in sugar.If dried fruit is served, it must be plain, unflavoured, uncoated (e.g. dried fruit with chocolate coating is not allowed) and limited to twice a week.

Can dried fruits be counted as the fruit servings?

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