What do a poison arrow frog, a copperhead snake, and your dinner plate have in common? A strange question for sure - but the answer is - they are colorful! What we eat makes a big difference in our energy levels, our mood, and even our self-esteem. When we choose foods rich in protective factors (such as fruits and vegetables) we are also doing something positive for our health and well being.
Nature has given us a “rule of thumb”. Many of the very chemicals that make foods good for us are the ones that give them color, turning blueberries blue, spinach green and carrots deep orange. For optimum health, scientists say, “eat a rainbow of colors”. “Your plate should look like a box of Crayola crayons”.
Nature has given us a “rule of thumb”. Many of the very chemicals that make foods good for us are the ones that give them color, turning blueberries blue, spinach green and carrots deep orange. For optimum health, scientists say, “eat a rainbow of colors”. “Your plate should look like a box of Crayola crayons”.
So...what color is YOUR food?? Travel through the following Powerpoint to find out about the phytochemicals found in fruits and vegetables and the benefits of eating these foods as part of a balanced diet! Don't forget - when you get to the end of the PowerPoint you will find an E-quilt. Click on each "word box" and travel to a site where you can find out even more about "The Color of Health"
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