Eat Your Colors Every Day to Fight Cancer, Heart Disease, and the Effects of Aging*
The wide range of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals in colorful fruits and vegetables work together to provide numerous potential health benefits. By including a mix of colors in your low-fat diet — at least 5 to 9 servings daily — you can help maintain:
- A healthy heart
- Memory function
- Vision health
- Strong bones and teeth
- A lower risk of some cancers*
* Low-fat diets rich in fruits and vegetables and low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer, diseases associated with many factors.
Make Colorful Life Choices
"We know that even a moderate level of physical activity…provides substantial health benefits. The same thing holds true for eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. And not only are such approaches doable, they are enjoyable."
Former U.S. Surgeon General, David Satcher, M.D., Ph.D.
The Colors of Health: It’s essential to sample the complete color spectrum every day to get the full preventive benefits of fruits and vegetables. Strive for five or more servings from the 5 color groups.
Why Are Scientists So Excited? The reason lies in the very substance that gives fruits and vegetables their colors: phytochemicals. These natural plant compounds not only protect plants, but also may provide important disease protection to humans.
What’s A Serving? The USDA Food Guide Pyramid recommends 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables every day — and satisfying your servings is easier than you may think.
5 or More the Easy Way: Easy tips for thinking color and multiple servings when cooking, shopping, and eating — in or out.
Building a Healthy Lifestyle: Living a healthy life involves making choices about the foods we eat, as well as exercise and other daily activities.
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