CAN’T DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN RUBY WOO AND RUBY RED? IT’S FINE! KNOW THE COLORS ON YOUR PLATE WELL.

Don’t have enough colors to wear in your wardrobe? Confused when choosing between Navy blue and black? Are you someone who struggles to differentiate Ruby Woo and Ruby Red? Not knowing the colors in your vanity is COMPLETELY FINE!

But, if you are tired of choosing between the Red or Green Apple, Strawberry or Blueberry. Well! The article is a perfect pick for you. 

Grocery shopping in India has never been easy. Ever heard your mother cry out of joy when she said… “These apples are so RED!”, “Look at the Kale, they are so green and so fresh!”. The color of our food is more than what meets the eye. In our previous article, we shared with you how eating a rainbow can help you improve your health. A wise man once said, “Colors Speak Louder Than Words.” The point is, “Are you paying attention?”. 

Functional medicine will always make your life easier and help you choose what’s best for you. 

1. Go Green to Boost your Immunity, Detoxify and Restore your Vitals.

 Rich in Phytochemicals, greens are loaded with Lutein that helps keep your eyes healthy. Also, green vegetables are rich in Folate, a nutrient especially important for pregnant women to help prevent congenital disabilities.

 A great source of Vitamin B, Green Vegetables and fruits further help you Boost the Immune System, Help Detoxify the Body, Restore Energy and Vitality. 

 Green Food Group Includes Broccoli, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage or Bok Choi, Kale, Avocado, Romaine Lettuce, Brussels Sprouts, Green Apples, Green Grapes, Green Beans, Peas, Zucchini, Kiwi.

2. White and Browns will keep your bones strong, heart-healthy and reduce risk from certain cancers.

 White fruits and vegetables like Cauliflower, Onions, Potatoes, and Bananas are colored by pigments called “Anthoxanthins” which may lower the Blood Pressure, Cholesterol and Reduce your Risk for Heart Disease and Stroke. 

 Also, the white and brown food is loaded with Fiber, Folate, Potassium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. The group will help you keeps bones strong and your heart healthy.

 White and Brown Food Group Include Turnips, Leeks, Cauliflower, Bananas, Onions, Leeks, Potatoes, Ginger, Mushrooms, Scallions.

3. Choose Red for Better Skin, Reduced Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Cancer.

 Add pinks and reds to your diet as they are rich in antioxidants like Lycopene and Ellagic Acid. With major components like carotenoid lycopene, the body to get rid of free radicals that damage genes.

 This food group is often part of a cancer diet. Rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C can help you in regulating blood pressure levels, reducing tumor growth, lowering bad cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer. 

 Red Food Group Includes Tomatoes, Strawberries, Radishes, Cranberries, Red Cabbage, Red Apples, Cherries, Red Grapes, Red Peppers, Pomegranates, Watermelon, and Pink Grapefruit. 

4. Orange and Yellow Group promote eye health, protects vision, improved immunity.

 Rich in Vitamin C and Carotenoids including beta-carotene that converts to Vitamin A promoting Healthy Vision and Cell Growth. 

 Phytonutrients called Hesperidin helps in Increased Blood Flow that helps in improved skin. 

 Orange Food Group includes Grapefruit, Oranges, Lemons, Mangoes, Papayas, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Corn, Orange and Yellow Peppers, Pineapple, Peaches, Winter Squash, Pumpkin, Apricots, Cantaloupes. 

5. Blue and Purple Food protects cells from damage, reduces risk of Alzheimer’s, Boosts Memory

 Rich in resveratrol and anthocyanins, these phytonutrients are famous for their anti-cancer and anti-aging properties. 

 The damage from oxidative stress and inflammation can be repaired by these bioactive phytochemicals. 

 Blue and Purple Food Group include Eggplant, Blackberries, Red Grapes, Red Cabbage, Eggplant, Plums, Prunes, Figs, Blueberries, and Blackberries.

Talk to your nutrition consultant! Eating a Rainbow not only gets you the required nutrients but makes your plate look gorgeous, helps you in weight-management and makes grocery shopping fun! So, next time you pick your groceries, don’t forget to pick as many colors as you can.  

Disclaimer: The tips and suggestions mentioned in the article have been written for general awareness and should not be considered as professional medical advice. We strongly recommend you consult your doctor or a nutritionist before starting any fitness regime, diet changes or lifestyle choices that affect your physical or emotional health.