Tuesday’s Nutrition

Eat the Rainbow — Paint Your Plate

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Great health IS your pot of gold.

The food on your plate is more than fuel, it’s information for your body. Each vibrant color in fruits and vegetables carries unique nutrients, antioxidants, and plant compounds that protect your cells, balance your hormones, and strengthen your energy.

Eating the rainbow isn’t about perfection, it’s about variety. With just a few mindful choices, you can transform every meal into a tool for vitality and long-term health.

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Why Eating the Rainbow Matters

  • Red foods like tomatoes, strawberries, and beets support heart health and circulation.
  • Orange and yellow foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and citrus fruits boost immunity and eye health.
  • Green foods like spinach, broccoli, and kale detoxify the body, build strong bones, and balance hormones.
  • Blue and purple foods such as blueberries, eggplant, and grapes protect the brain and fight aging.
  • White and brown foods like garlic, onions, cauliflower, and mushrooms strengthen immunity and heart health.

TODAY’S RESET CHALLENGE

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Simple: Eat two different colors of produce today.

  • Why it works: Even a little variety increases your nutrient intake.
  • Tip: Pair a green salad with orange slices, or add berries to your breakfast.
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Practical: Aim for five colors across your meals.

  • Why it works: A full spectrum ensures you cover multiple systems in the body.
  • Tip: Think “rainbow plate” a stir-fry or grain bowl makes this easy.
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Effort: Prep tomorrow’s meals with five or more colors.

  • Why it works: Planning ahead makes eating the rainbow effortless.
  • Tip: Chop colorful veggies ahead of time, or keep frozen mixed produce on hand.

Extra Tips for Nutrition Success

  • ✓ Shop the produce section with colors in mind and fill your basket like an artist’s palette.
  • ✓ Rotate your colors daily to cover all the nutrients your body needs.
  • ✓ Experiment with new fruits and vegetables to keep meals exciting.
  • ✓ Whole, fresh, and colorful foods will always nourish you better than any supplement.

Remember: food is one of the most powerful reset tools you have. Every bite is a chance to heal, energize, and build balance. Paint your plate with color, and your body will shine from the inside out.