Fruits and vegetables are key components of any healthy diet, including the TAIslim Ultimate Food Plan. And, the theme of March’s National Nutrition Month, “Eat Right with Color,” emphasizes eating a variety of color and nutrients at each meal. The American Dietetic Association offers a color guide for fruits and vegetables:
- Red – are heart-healthy, help immunity, and may reduce cancer risks. Try beets, cherries, cranberries, pomegranate, red grapefruit, red potatoes, red grapes, rhubarb, tomatoes, and watermelon.
- Orange and yellow – contribute to vision and immunity as well as reduce the risk of some cancers. This category includes apricots, cantaloupes, carrots, grapefruit, mangoes, papayas, peaches, pineapples, sweet potatoes, yellow corn, and yellow peppers.
- Green – have a high antioxidant potential. Try artichokes, asparagus, avocados, apples, broccoli, grapes, green peppers, honeydew, kiwis, limes, and spinach.
- Blue and purple – may have antioxidant and anti-aging benefits. They may also improve memory, urinary tract health, and reduce cancer risks. Choices include blackberries, blueberries, eggplant, plums, purple cabbage, and raisins.
- White, brown, and tan – promote heart health and may reduce cancer risks. Try bananas, brown pears, cauliflower, dates, mushrooms, onions, parsnips, turnips, white potatoes, white corn, and white peaches.
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