Why eating the rainbow is important!

We are always reaching for the newest detox to try out but we always seem to forget just how simple a body detox can be. It ALL starts with the food we are consuming on a daily basis.

Eating a variety of colors and produce can be so healing for our gut and overall health. It's easy to get caught up in the trends of fancy detox plans and supplements, but we tend to forget the power of PLANTS. The simplicity of detoxifying our bodies starts with the choices we make at the grocery store, farmer's market, or in our own backyard. Plants are truly medicine and are much cheaper down the line when you have to pay thousands on hospital bills or medication!

RED:

- Rich in Vitamin C and A

- May help to reduce high blood pressure

- High in lycopene and anthocyanins

- Can improve overall skin health

- Helps with urinary health (think cranberries for UTI's)

RED Plant Sources:

- Cherries, Raspberries, Pomegranates, Bell peppers, Strawberries, Tomatoes

ORANGE/YELLOW:

- Alkaline balance

- High in vit. C

- Digestive support

- High in beta carotene

- Anti-inflammatory

- Vision support

ORANGE Plant sources:

- Bell peppers, Butternut squash, Carrots, Mangoes, Papayas, Peaches, Pumpkins

GREEN:

- Sources of vit. K + A

- High in minerals

- Improved bone health

- High water content

- High in fiber

GREEN Plant sources:

- Asparagus, Avocados, Broccoli, Kiwi, Leafy greens, Peas

BLUE:

- Anti-aging effects

- Antioxidant action

- Digestive support

- Anthocyanins

- Improved brain health

- Heart health

BLUE Plant sources:

- Blueberries, Eggplants, Endives, Figs, Plums, Purple cabbage

WHITE:

- Stabilize blood sugar

- Cholesterol reduction

- Hormone balance

- Immune support

- Improved heart health

WHITE Plant sources:

- Cauliflower, Dates, Ginger, Onions, Almonds, Pears

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