Eat the Rainbow & Boost Your Health

It’s no secret that eating fruits and vegetables is good for you. But did you know that different colors of produce also offer different health benefits? Fruits and vegetables carry phytochemicals. These natural compounds give the produce their unique color and also contribute to your health. Adding color to your meals not only makes them look better. It also offers important vitamins and minerals. Let's look at how colorful food can boost your well-being.

Red Fruits and Vegetables

• Examples: Red bell peppers, grapefruit, watermelons, tomatoes.
• Benefits: Healthier heart, urinary tract, and lowers some cancer risks.

Orange/Yellow Fruits and Vegetables

• Examples: Carrots, corn, oranges, yellow bell peppers.
• Benefits: Good for vision, immune system, and growth

White/Brown Fruits and Vegetables

• Examples: Potatoes, cauliflowers, parsnips, bananas.
• Benefits: Healthy bones and circulatory system

Green Fruits and Vegetables

• Examples: Green apples, peas, cucumbers, lettuce.
• Benefits: Support eye, lung and cell health

Blue/Purple Fruits and Vegetables

• Examples: Eggplants, grapes, red onions, beets.
• Benefits: Good for the heart, brain, bones, arteries, and immune system

Incorporating a variety of colors in your diet is a simple and effective way to ensure your body gets a wide range of nutrients. And of course, a colorful plate always looks appetizing. So, remember to eat the rainbow and boost your health with every meal!