Taste the Rainbow...no not Skittles

Found this on a blog I read and thought it would be great to share as we are all looking to be a little healthier after the MC.... Think back to your last meal. How many colors were on your plate? If you answered 4 or 5, then congrats! You are eating right with color. If you answered 1 or 2, then let’s talk: Mother Nature has a habit of putting lots of healthy vitamins and minerals into foods that grow in the dirt, but did you know she took the trouble to color-code them for our convenience? green foods contain antioxidants and nutrients that promote healthy vision orange and deep yellow foods also help promote healthy vision, plus they contain vitamins that boost your immune system purple and blue foods contain antioxidants that provide anti-aging benefits, plus they help with memory, and urinary tract health red foods are good for heart health, vision, and your immune system some white, tan, and brown foods have nutrients that promote heart health bonus: each of these colors also help reduce your risk of cancer! Of course, these aren’t the only benefits to eating a more colorful, plant-based diet. These kinds of foods also provide a good source of fiber, a boost in mental function, and tons of other feel-good perks. Oh and here is a recipe for a green smoothie that could be a good breakfast drink: Green Smoothie! Ingredients: -1 cup coconut water -1 apple -1/2 bunch kale -small handful frozen spinach -2 tblpns lemon juice Directions: Blend and enjoy!