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Eat the rainbow
The colors of foods found on your plate may have an effect on your health. Red, orange, and yellow fruits and vegetables tend to be high in carotenoids, which are known to offer protection against certain cancers, heart disease, and eye problems. The deep hues of fruits like red grapes, oranges, pink grapefruit, strawberries and blueberries signal the presence of flavinoids, which also offer protection against cancers and heart disease. In the next 24 hours, expand your palette and eat a rainbow of colorful fruits and vegetables for the maximum range of valuable nutrients.
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I have been eating lots of green (broccoli,celery,peppers), yellow (peppers), and red and orange(peppers,carrots)veggies every day for the past month….I’ve really noticed a BIG difference in the way I feel: more energy, etc. Kashi is one of my everyday staples. I mix it with lite yogurt (15 to 20 Carbs), 4 or 5 frozen strawberries, and sometimes I even add slivered almonds and walnuts…YUMMY! It is very filling and satisfying…keeps me “full” for a long time, and I no longer crave “bad” carbs!
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I am not big on steamed and cooked vegetables, But over the Summer, I had some dental issues and I started to eat some vegetables frozen and raw. I am now a bigger fan of them including brocoli.They are also lower in calories and I am trying to snack on them instead of swome unhealthy snacks.
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I too, grow veggies in my garden. Still waiting for the RED tomatores. Eating lots of dark greens. I grew lots of Swiss Chard this year, and eat about a handful each day (sauteed and added to omlets, rice, couscous, ... everything). The darker the green, the better.
I have a great turkey burger recipe that adds shredded zucchini, garlic, scallions, and a little mustard and worcestershire sauce. Very tasty, and a great way to get more veggies on my plate.
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sounds delicious!!
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I try to think about this when I make choices, but sometimes it is hard given my busy lifestyle. But I like being reminded, so thanks!
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Everyday I make sure I eat at least 3 veggies and 3 fruits. It makes such a difference on how you feel.
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This challenge is a wonderful choice for me…I have my own fruit and vegetable garden. It is a wonderful family activity. Today, we will pick corn, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, beets, carrots, green peppers, and blueberries!!!! Nothing is better than eating fresh produce, better yet, from your own garden where YOU control what goes into your soil. I am getting hungry just thinking about the fresh veggies and fruit…Lots of rainbows today!
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This is an easy challenge for me! A day without fresh fruits and veggies is like a day without sunshine. I do eat a rainbow everyday. Today’s rainbow will consist of blueberries, red grapes, watermelon, a peach, carrot sticks, zucchini, yellow squash, green peas, tomatoes, and sweet corn. It’s going to be a ‘feel good’ kind of day!
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