Dear Mary,
It is so hard to keep straight the vegetables that are good for each part of your body. Do you have a guide I can follow?
Yes. I love vegetables! They are so good for you. The eating by the rainbow diagram below will help you figure out what you should eat to keep each part of your body healthy.
Happy Cooking,
Mary
Eating by the Rainbow:
Purple and Blue:
Fruits and vegetables like eggplant, cauliflower, blackberries, cabbage, figs and blueberries contain:
Fiber
Vitamins
Phytochemicals
Benefits:
Heart health
Memory boosting
Lowers risk of cancer
Overall health
Green:
Fruits and vegetables like artichoke, lettuces, zucchini, green beans and broccoli contain:
Fiber
Vitamins
Phytochemicals
Benefits:
Reduces risk of lung and other forms of cancer
Eye health
Builds strong bones and teeth
Boosts immunity
White and Tan:
Fruits and vegetables like pears, cauliflower, garlic, mushrooms, ginger and onions contain:
Fiber
Phytochemicals
Vitamins
Benefits:
Heart Health
Maintains healthy cholesterol levels
Lowers the risk of certain cancers
Yellow and Orange:
Fruits and vegetables like peppers, corn, peaches, apricots and carrots contain:
Fiber
Phytochemicals
Vitamins
Benefits:
Cancer prevention
Eye Health
Boosts immune system
Red:
Fruits and vegetables like apples, tomatoes and pears contain:
Fiber
Phytochemicals
Benefits:
Boosts memory function
Lowers the risk of certain cancers
Boosts immunity
Brown:
Grains, legumes, seeds, and nuts contain:
Fiber
Vitamins
Phytonutrients
Benefits:
Lowers cholesterol
Reduces risk of colon cancer
Reduces risk of Diabetes
Reduces risk of Heart disease and stroke
