Why Taste the Rainbow?

Enjoying a rainbow meal could not be simpler. Ideally, you want to have a variety of foods on your plate that represent every color of the rainbow: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. Here are a few of the many reasons to start creating rainbows on your plate:

1. Beat Boredom
Forget opening your lunch to find another dull sandwich. Making a point to eat new, healthy, vibrantly colored foods every day will make you excited about eating, which can curb unhealthy cravings.

2. Boost Nutrition
Colorful foods offer a unique blend of vitamins and minerals, so the best way to ensure you achieve ideal nutritional intake each day is to include a wide variety of foods.

3. Encourage Weight Loss
Choosing foods that are bright and colorful inevitably means eating more fruits and veggies, and since they’re low in calories and high in fiber, you’ll feel satisfied even though you’re consuming fewer calories. And you’ll feel more satisfied while also consuming fewer calories and carbs.

4. Bold Color Means Big Health Benefits
Foods get their deep and vibrant hues from antioxidants, which can boost your immune system and prevent certain diseases. Red foods such as tomatoes, beets, and watermelon provide lycopene, which can reduce your risk of developing certain types of cancer. Blue and purple foods like blueberries, eggplant, and grapes can reduce your risk of heart disease as well as age-related memory loss. Rich, green-colored foods such as avocados, asparagus, and spinach can help protect against cell damage and maintain healthy eyesight.