So, you know that you need to eat a healthy serving of fruits and veggies everyday, but do you really know what each type does for your body? This week, I will be delivering an eye opening couple of blogs to let you know just the importance of each color of vegetable and which vegetables fall into that category. Perhaps if you are not eating enough of the good stuff, knowing how it can prevent disease and possibly save your life, will be an incentive to jump on the produce train!
So today, let's talk reds. Red fruits and vegetables such as, tomatoes, strawberries beets and red peppers, are just a few examples of produce that fall into the Lycopene and Anthocyanins. These juicy fruits and vegetables can help prevent certain cancers as well as aid in fighting infections, boost memory and heart health as well as reduce blood pressure. Make sense? It is essential that we all know not only that we should be eating more fruits and vegetables, but also why. So today, treat yourself to a beautiful Caprese salad ( layering fresh mozzarella with slices of juicy red tomato) and bask in the benefits :)
We are on a mission to build healthy relationships between children and their food. Parents and children can build a strong alliance against childhood obesity by cooking together. Get cooking, LunchBox style!
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