Eat Right With Color!

Different foods supply different nutrients; therefore, to maximize the nutritional value of your meal, include a variety of colors and healthful choices. The American Dietetic Association (ADA) offers ways to brighten up your plate in every season with this quick color guide.

• Green fruits and vegetables such as apples, grapes, asparagus, and broccoli contain antioxidants which may help promote healthy vision and reduce cancer risks.
• Orange and deep yellow fruits and vegetables like cantaloupe and carrots contain antioxidants and nutrients that promote healthy vision and immunity, and reduce the risk of some cancers.
• Purple and blue fruits and vegetables such as blueberries, plums, and eggplant may have antioxidant and anti-aging benefits and help with memory, urinary tract health and reduced cancer risks.
• Red fruits and vegetables like cherries, watermelon, beets, and tomatoes contain lycopene which may help maintain a healthy heart, vision, immunity and may reduce cancer risks.
• White, tan, brown fruits and vegetables such as bananas, cauliflower, garlic, and onions foods contain nutrients that may promote heart health and reduce cancer risks.

Make sure you have a rainbow of color on your plate this Fall to help ward off the bad guys!