Does your diet include all the colors of the rainbow? 9 out of every 10 adults need to eat more color, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Colorful fruits and vegetables tend to have the widest variety of nutrients and help to keep a balanced diet. Try incorporating two foods from each food group daily.
Colors of the rainbow in your diet
Red
74% of individuals need more red foods in their diet. Red foods support your prostate, urinary tract and DNA health. It also protects against cancer and heart disease.
Foods
- Apples
- Tomatoes
- Strawberries
- Cherries
- Raspberries
- Red peppers
- Pomegranate
Yellow and Orange
80% of individuals need more yellow and orange foods. Yellow and orange foods are good for eye health, healthy immune function, healthy growth and development.
Foods
- Oranges
- Orange – yellow bell peppers
- Bananas
- Corn
- Lemons
- Pears
- Potatoes
Green
69% of individuals need more green food in their diet. Green foods support eye health, arterial function, lung health, liver function and cell health.
Food
- Kale
- Spinach
- Brussels sprouts
- Cabbage
- Kiwi
- Green grapes
- Avocados
- Limes
Purple and blue
76% of individuals need more purple and blue foods. Purple and blue foods are good for heart, brain, bone, arteries and cognitive health. It also helps fight cancer and supports healthy aging.
Foods
- Blueberries
- Plums
- Blackberries
- Red cabbage
- Egg plant
- Purple grapes
- Purple onion
- Elderberries
Improving your memory with food
Remembering to add colorful fruits and vegetables to your diet every day is a simple way to make sure you’re receiving a variety of nutrients your body needs. When you eat the rainbow, you are setting yourself up for good health.
