Healthy
eating tip 4: Fill up on colorful fruits and vegetables
Fruits
and vegetables are the foundation of a healthy diet. They are low in calories
and nutrient dense, which means they are packed with vitamins, minerals,
antioxidants, and fiber.
Try to eat a rainbow of fruits and
vegetables every day and with every meal—the brighter the better. Colorful,
deeply colored fruits and vegetables contain higher concentrations of vitamins,
minerals, and antioxidants—and different colors provide different benefits, so
eat a variety. Aim for a minimum of five portions each day.
Some great choices include:
§ Greens. Branch
out beyond bright and dark green lettuce. Kale, mustard greens, broccoli, and
Chinese cabbage are just a few of the options—all packed with calcium,
magnesium, iron, potassium, zinc, and vitamins A, C, E, and K.
§ Sweet
vegetables. Naturally
sweet vegetables—such as
