March 17, 2008
Did you know...?
Color IS GOOD!
"Yesterday I went to the doctor for my yearly
physical. My blood pressure was high, my cholesterol was high, I'd gained some
weight, and I didn't feel so hot. My doctor said eating right doesn't have to
be complicated and it would solve my physical problems. He said just think in
colors... Fill your plate with bright colors... greens, yellows, reds, etc.
I went right home and ate an entire bowl of:
And sure enough, I felt better immediately. I never knew eating right could be so easy!"
…well unfortunately eating healthy is not quite that easy. In spirit of National Nutrition Month, here are some healthy ways to add color to your diet.
More than just a color, green has become symbolic with nature, growth, and HEALTH. 10 Tips for a Greener Plate include:
- Sneak grated zucchini or chopped bell pepper into meatloaf, quick breads, or pasta sauce.
- Let lettuce or par-boiled cabbage leaves "wrap" up cubes of cheese, meat bites, rice balls, or condiments.
- Frozen pizza cries out for frozen or fresh spinach or green pepper.
- Keep the green when you steam— No steamer? … a few minutes suspended in a colander over a pot of water works!
- Toss frozen peas or string beans into canned soup—same idea works for mac ‘n cheese as well!
- Use a salad bar for a veggie sandwich—a dash of balsamic and what a "grab & go" lunch to munch!
- Check out the prewashed crudités… carrot sticks, broccoli florets and celery sticks are not just for parties anymore! They’re for lunch boxes, "at your desk" nibbles, and love to go to the park in a picnic basket!
- Don’t walk by the fresh herbs without sniffing! Make pesto (process basil leaves with garlic and olive oil) to spread on crusty bread to pop under the broiler… Bella vita!
- From leafy greens to gray—don’t steam them as their acids destroy the chlorophyll, leaving an unappetizing plant wad. Pre-cook mustard greens or chard in water 3-10 minutes… even drink the surprisingly tasty water afterwards!
- Asparagus signals spring—toss spears with fresh tarragon, drizzle with olive oil and roast at 400 degrees 15 minutes. Repeat often!
St. Patrick's Day is a great excuse to add more green to your diet …with a helping of corn beef and cabbage.
Top 10 Reasons to Eat MORE fruits and veggies…
1. Color & Texture. Fruits and veggies add color, texture … and appeal … to your plate.
2. Convenience. Nutritious in any form - fresh, frozen, canned, dried and 100% juice, so they’re ready when you are!
3. Fiber. Fruits and veggies provide fiber that helps fill you up and keeps your digestive system happy.
4. Low in Calories. Fruits and veggies are naturally low in calories.
5. May Reduce Disease Risk. Eating plenty of fruits and veggies may help reduce the risk of many diseases, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and some cancers.
6. Vitamins
& Minerals. Fruits and
veggies are rich in vitamins and minerals that help you feel
healthy and energized.
7. Variety. Fruits and veggies are available in an
almost infinite variety…there’s always something
new to try!
8. Quick, Natural Snack. Fruits and veggies are nature’s treat and easy to grab for a snack.
9. Fun to Eat! Some crunch, some squirt, some you peel … some you don’t, and some grow right in your own backyard!
10. Taste Great!
Those m&m's may be tempting but they don't have the health benefits fruits and vegetables do. Most fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories and because of their water content provide the "full" feeling quicker than chocolates and other less nutritious snacks. A healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables may also reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases as well as help keep the waistline in check. Fruits and vegetables also provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber, and other substances that are important for good health.
To learn more about how to increase your fruit and vegetable intake in your diet point your browser to: http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/ or the CDC's web site at: http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/.
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