Have you ever been told to “eat the rainbow”? Do you know what that means? Are you doing it? Eating the rainbow doesn’t mean that you should be eating multi-colored M&Ms or gummy bears or anything that is artificially colored to match the rainbow. It means that we should be eating fruits and vegetables in every color of the rainbow.
What Does It Really Mean?
Each color represents different nutrients that help our bodies maintain optimal health. Following the mnemonic we all learned to remember the colors in the rainbow ROY G BIV, let’s look at how each of the colors supports our good health:
RED
contains lycopene and anthocyanins which is what makes them so red
protects against certain cancers
reduces risk of diabetes
reduces risk of cardiovascular disease
improves skin quality
supports eye health
helps neutralize the effect of free radicals
ORANGE and YELLOW
loaded with carotenoids giving them their sunny color
contains vitamins and fiber
protects skin against sun and pollution damage
supports immune function
supports eye health
reduces risk of certain cancers
enhances cardiovascular health
supports joint health
GREEN
filled with antioxidant loaded chlorophyll, which makes them green
loaded with phytonutrients
lots of fiber
aids in healing tissue
detoxification
supports and increases digestive enzymes
restores energy
increases vitality
supports immune function
reduces risk of certain cancers
BLUE/INDIGO and VIOLET
lots of anthocyanins and resveratrol gives them the dark color
anti-aging properties
anti-inflammatory
disease prevention
promotes longevity
reduces Alzheimer’s risk
memory booster
reduces cellular damage
reduces cancer risk
slows cancer growth
Beyond the rainbow, there are other fruits and vegetables that are beneficial to our good health. Unfortunately, french fries do NOT fall into this category so set that idea free. Here are the other colors that help us remain healthy:
WHITE
contains anthoxanthins
contains phytonutrients allicin and quercetin
mitigates risk of certain cancers
strengthens bones
reduces risk of some cardiovascular diseases
aids in lowering cholesterol
reduces inflammation
aids in hormone balancing
By incorporating all different colors of fruits and vegetables into your diet as often as possible, you will go a long way toward supporting your good health.
“Someday we’ll find it, the rainbow connection, the lovers the dreamers and me” – Kermit the Frog
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I eat the rainbow! I went cold turkey on no added sugars back in 2018 when I was diagnosed with non alcoholic fatty liver disease. Within a few months just by changing my diet my liver was healthy. 4 years later I’m still on my healthy eating plan.
I hate to admit it but no, I am not because I don’t like any Fruit at all, but I do like Vegetables. While my husband likes Fruit but not may Vegetables and my son will eat a little Fruit and a few Vegetables but not as many as he should. Looks like it’s time to change what we eat….
I eat the rainbow! I went cold turkey on no added sugars back in 2018 when I was diagnosed with non alcoholic fatty liver disease. Within a few months just by changing my diet my liver was healthy. 4 years later I’m still on my healthy eating plan.
Isn’t it amazing how the human body can heal when given the right food? Good for you for taking responsibility for your own healing.
Too bad M&Ms don’t count 😉
I supplement my fruit and veggie intake with Juice Plus, and I think it helps.
As long as it isn’t sweetened with anything but the fruit or veggies and contains no artificial ingredients, it probably doesn’t hurt.
I hate to admit it but no, I am not because I don’t like any Fruit at all, but I do like Vegetables. While my husband likes Fruit but not may Vegetables and my son will eat a little Fruit and a few Vegetables but not as many as he should. Looks like it’s time to change what we eat….
Small incremental changes make a difference and don’t have to be painful.