Colors on the Plate: How a Rainbow Diet Can Help Child Nutrition; Dietitian explains

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Rizwana Saeed, clinical nutritionist and registered dietitian, Apollo Clinic, Vimnagar, Pune, said, “It is a diet that involves eating fruits and vegetables of different colors every day. Phytonutrients in plants contain different pigments, which give them their color. Various colorful plants are associated with high levels of specific nutrients and health benefits. It is different from a normal diet because it emphasizes eating a variety of nutritious foods. , Read this also Rainbow diet for mental health: 9 colorful foods to boost energy, feel happy

Dr. Rizwana Saeed further notes colorful vegetables and fruits that can be added to a child’s diet:

Fruits and vegetables in different colors:

• Red – Tomatoes, strawberries, beets, red peppers, cherries, red onions.
• orange and yellow – Apricots, yellow peppers, sweet potatoes, bananas, pineapples, mangoes, pumpkins, oranges and peaches.
• Green – Leafy greens like spinach, broccoli, cabbage, kale
• white and brown – Cauliflower, white beans, onion, lychees, garlic, chickpeas, banana
• blue and purple – Eggplant, purple cabbage, passion fruit, purple grapes, purple plums, prunes, raisins and dark cherries.

Adding to this, Dr. On capacity building at Varisli Ingle, Medical Practitioner and Trainer, Sneha mentioned how the colors of vegetables and fruits can add benefits to the pagule diet.

Benefits of colorful fruits and veggies:

• Red tomatoes and strawberries keep the heart healthy, while orange carrots and sweet potatoes improve eyesight.
• Yellow fruits like banana and capsicum strengthen the immunity of bones.
• Green vegetables like spinach and broccoli are rich in iron, calcium, vitamin K and fiber. Read this also Ever tried the Rainbow Diet? Amazing Benefits of Adding Colorful Foods to Your Plate
• White colored vegetables like cauliflower, garlic, onion, mushrooms provide vitamin C, which helps fight inflammation, and improves gut health.
• Blue and purple foods, such as blueberries and eggplants, are rich in antioxidants and improve brain function.

“A rainbow symbolizes hope, and incorporating rainbow-colored foods with different textures can grab kids’ attention, add fun to mealtime and encourage them to enjoy a variety of healthy foods.” Can do. A colorful rainbow diet supports growth, enhances mental development, strengthens the immune system, and protects against diseases,” says Dr. Vaishali Ingle said.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions you have about a medical condition.