Variety is Key to Health
Variety is Key to Health
Variety is Key to Health
Have you heard that variety is key to health? When we eat our fruits and vegetables, it's all too easy to fall into the comfort zone of choosing the same ones from the supermarket each week. However, embracing a colourful spectrum of produce is not just delightful to the eye; it’s essential for our overall well-being!
Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables ensures that our bodies receive a broader range of nutrients, phytochemicals, and antioxidants. Each colour group represents different vitamins and minerals, which together play crucial roles in maintaining our health and boosting our immune system. This is particularly important for those who may be managing autoimmune diseases or following a gluten-free diet, where optimal nutrient intake can significantly impact health outcomes.
Here's a quick rundown of the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables of different colours:
White: Fruits like bananas and vegetables like garlic provide allicin, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
Yellow: Pineapples and mangoes are rich in vitamin C, essential for immune function and skin health.
Orange: The vibrant orange of oranges and papaya signifies high levels of beta-carotene, which is known to support eye health and skin vitality.
Red: Apples, strawberries, tomatoes, and watermelon are packed with flavonoids and lycopene, which can lower the risk of certain diseases.
Green: The broad category of greens like avocado, lettuce, and cucumber contain vital vitamins such as K and essential fatty acids that promote heart health and aid digestion.
Purple/Blue: Blackberries and prunes are known for their antioxidant properties, helping to combat oxidative stress and support brain health.
So, what colour is your favourite food? Embracing a diverse diet not only enhances the palate but also contributes to a well-rounded nutritional profile. It’s a simple yet powerful way to ensure you’re giving your body the best chance to thrive.
Incorporating variety into your diet can be a fun and creative endeavour! Experiment with colourful salads, smoothies, and even gluten-free baked goods using a mix of fruits and vegetables. Not only will this approach help in maintaining optimal health, but it can also keep your meals exciting and satisfying.
Our Rainbow Planner
The Rainbow Planner is crafted to effortlessly infuse your family's diet with a splash of colour. By using colour as your guide, you can ensure a delightful variety of fruits and vegetables are included in your meals, which are crucial for optimal health, particularly when managing autoimmune diseases. Each page of the planner breaks down the colour spectrum, encouraging you to select at least one item from each colour category each week. This not only makes meal planning enjoyable but also teaches your family about the nutritional benefits of various colourful foods.
With the Rainbow Planner, you can visually track your family’s consumption of colourful foods, easily identifying any gaps and making adjustments as necessary. This proactive approach not only bolsters physical health but also nurtures a fun and engaging food culture at home, all while promoting mindful eating practices. Use the planner as a tool to inspire your family to delve into the vibrant world of colours on their plates!
I hope you have found this information enlightening! Remember, the journey to vibrant health begins with the colourful choices you make each day.
Until next time!
Emma Alexander-Cook.
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Are you ready to transform your meals into a vibrant feast for the eyes and body? Our Rainbow Food Planner is the perfect companion for anyone looking to eat healthier while having a little fun along the way!
This digital planner isn’t just a collection of pretty colours; it's a roadmap to a more colourful, nutrient-rich diet. With insightful guidance on why eating a variety of fruits and vegetables can boost your health, you'll discover the hidden joys and benefits of incorporating all the colours of the rainbow into your daily meals!
By taking a note of what colours you are eating each day it helps you make informed decisions on which colours of the rainbow you are leaving out of your diet and should therefore be adding back in. It contains weekly sheets for you to fill in so you can keep a record of whether you are eating the rainbow. It does not contain recipes.
What’s Inside?
Detailed Instructions: Understand how to maximize the planner's potential to make it truly yours!
Colour Breakdown: Learn about the importance of red, orange, yellow, green, and purple/blue foods, ensuring you don’t miss a nutritional beat.
Weekly Sheets: Hold yourself accountable with easy-to-fill-in weekly sheets, letting you track your colourful progress effortlessly.
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Delicious Recipe Sections: From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, this planner includes areas for you to keep your:
Favourite Foods & Recipe Ideas
Meal Ideas
Snack Ideas
A dedicated Recipe Card Section for your most-loved creations
A Groceries List Sheet to simplify shopping trips
A comprehensive Food List and Notes page for all your culinary thoughts
Pages include:
Red Foods
Orange Foods
Yellow Foods
Green Foods
Purple / Blue Foods
Rainbow Food Challenge Information Page
Weekly Rainbow Planner Week 1 to Week 4
Daily Planner
Weekly Planner
Monthly Planner
Meal Planner
Favourite Foods
Favourite Recipes
Recipes to Try
Meal Ideas
Snack Ideas
Recipes: Breakfast
Recipes: Lunch
Recipes: Dinner
Recipes: Side Dish
Recipes: Appetizer
Recipe Card
Groceries List
Food List
Notes
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Dare to dive into the wonderful world of color. Challenge yourself each week to fill your plate with as many different shades as possible—your body will thank you!
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Are you ready to make mealtime fun and enlightening? Introducing the Rainbow Planner Colouring Book, a delightful tool crafted for you and your children! This vibrant colouring book is designed to spark conversations about food, helping little ones understand the importance of colorful nutrition.
🌈 Features Include:
Favourite Foods and Foods to Try: Pages dedicated to your child’s top choices! Encourage adventurous eating with new food illustrations! Discuss the importance of colour whilst colouring in!
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The Rainbow Planner Colouring Book is your canvas for playful learning, fostering a joyful environment around food. It’s not just a colouring book; it’s a creative way to inspire healthy eating habits that last a lifetime.
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