Bella Magazine November 2013 | Page 45

“food is fuel, eat to LIVE” Taste the Rainbow By eating colorfully, your body receives vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which provide a wide range of health benefits such as a healthier heart, reduced risk of cancer, enhanced vision, higher energy levels, and reduced blood pressure. The more vibrantly colored the food is, the better for you! GREEN Your Colorful Meals Kale, Spinach, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cucumbers RED BREAKFAST: Tasty Fruit Smoothie (blend fruits with ½ cup of Greek yogurt or milk) LUNCH: Apple-Cranberry Salad (mix some spinach or kale with dried cranberries and apple slices and top with crushed pecans and a balsamic dressing, you can also add grilled chicken) SNACK: Carrots/Celery sticks with Hummus DINNER: Vegetable Pizza (top the tomato sauce and cheese with some mushrooms, spinach, garlic, onions, peppers and zucchini) DESSERT: Strawberries with fat-free Cool Whip Tomatoes, Apples, Red Peppers, Strawberries, Cherries, Radishes YELLOW Squash, Corn, Pineapple, Bananas, Yellow Peppers ORANGE Carrots, Yams, Cantaloupe, Sweet Potatoes, Oranges PURPLE Eggplant, Blueberries, Plums, Grapes, Blackberries TOP tips Cauliflower, Garlic, Mushrooms, Potatoes, Onions for portion control 1. Eat from a smaller plate, so less looks like more on your plate. 2. Eat packaged sweets (such as M&M’s) from a pre-portioned ¼ cup, not the package. You’re more likely to stop when your bowl is empty, instead of mindlessly eating the whole package. Get inspired Meal variety is crucial to continuing to make healthy choices. Pinterest is a great source for endless recipes and new spins on your tried and true favorites. 3. Don’t skip meals. If you’re starving after having skipped a meal, you’re more likely to eat a larger portion. CLICK HERE to check out our healthy recipes selection! 44