The Skittles tagline of “Taste the Rainbow” may actually be a great motivator for healthy eating. How can a candy’s marketing coincide with bringing you closer to your goal weight? By taking the idea of eating a rainbow of colorful food and applying it to every meal.
Shape Magazine shared the reasons for eating a variety of foods that represent every color of the rainbow:
- Eliminate boring foods: Stop making dull sandwiches for lunch and make a point to try new, vibrantly colored foods every day.
- Add more nutrients: Include a wide variety of foods that offer a unique blend of vitamins and minerals to ensure you achieve ideal nutritional intake each day.
- Encourage savoring each bite: Preparing foods that are bright and colorful encourages you to create meals that taste good, which can help you slow down and savor the taste of every bite.
- Boost your immune system: Deep and vibrant hues in food typically indicates the presence of antioxidants, which can help your keep your immune system healthy and prevent certain diseases.
Get creative today!
Use the age old acronym for the colors of the rainbow, ROYGBIV, to create your next meal. Incorporate more fruits and veggies to obtain the vibrant colors with low-calorie foods that are also high in fiber. The easiest way to begin is with a salad.
