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"Eat the Rainbow": A spectrum of good nutrition
"Eat the Rainbow" is a nutritional guide to ensure that we are benefiting from a wide spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients provided by fruits and vegetables from each of these color groups: red, orange, yellow, green, blue/purple.
Each colorful fruit and veggie is packed with phytonutrients that bring their own shares of valuable ways to boost our immunity, keep us healthy, and make sure we are fit as a fiddle and can perform at our best! These nutrients are found across the rainbow color spectrum, but certain colors are especially rich in powerful protectors.
We can plan our kids' meals based on our knowledge about this rainbow nutritional guide.
Note: Do monitor your kids' reaction when you are introducing new food to them. Practice moderation.
"Eat the Rainbow" is a nutritional guide to ensure that we are benefiting from a wide spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients provided by fruits and vegetables from each of these color groups: red, orange, yellow, green, blue/purple.
Each colorful fruit and veggie is packed with phytonutrients that bring their own shares of valuable ways to boost our immunity, keep us healthy, and make sure we are fit as a fiddle and can perform at our best! These nutrients are found across the rainbow color spectrum, but certain colors are especially rich in powerful protectors.
We can plan our kids' meals based on our knowledge about this rainbow nutritional guide.
Note: Do monitor your kids' reaction when you are introducing new food to them. Practice moderation.
In this blog post, I will be sharing about:
- Fruits & veggies from different color groups
- 7-Fruits Rainbow Smoothie recipe
- How I pack my 21.5mo toddler's smoothie in his Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch
"Eat the Rainbow": Color groups
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RED
Supplies lycopene that protects the skin from sun damage and may help against certain cancers.
E.g. Tomatoes, beetroot, red onions, red bell peppers, red spinach, cherries, pomegranates, red grapefruit, watermelon, red apples, raspberries, red grapes, red pears, strawberries, watermelon
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ORANGE
Packed with carotenoids, which the body converts to vitamin A for healthy skin. It also plays an important role in vision and in bone and cell growth. Powerful flavonoids functions to stave off inflammation and blood vessel damage caused by poor diets.
E.g. Butternut squash, orange sweet potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, mango, papaya, nectarines, apricots, peaches, oranges, persimmons, tangerines, hami melon
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YELLOW
Supplies lutein and zeaxanthin - which protect the eye from damage and help reduce the risk of developing cataracts.
E.g. Sweetcorn, yellow bell peppers, yellow zucchini, honey dew, golden kiwi, lemon, pineapples, yellow pears
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GREEN
Rich in energizing chlorophyll that may decrease the risk of liver cancer.
E.g. Spinach, watercress, rocket, broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, cabbage, celery, cucumbers, green zucchini, green beans, green bell peppers, leeks, lettuce, parsley, asparagus, cucumbers, snow peas, watercress, green grapes, green kiwis, green apples, green pears, lime
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BLUE/PURPLE
Good source of protective anthocyanins, which are great anti-agers.
E.g. Aubergines/eggplants, purple cabbage, purple cauliflower, purple carrot, purple sweet potatoes, black olives, blackberries, blueberries, purple grapes, blackcurrants, plums, figs
WHITE/TAN
Strengthens immune system, provides antifungal and antibacterial benefits, and reduces free radical damage.
E.g. White onions, garlic, ginger, fennel, cauliflower, mushrooms, parsnips, turnips, potatoes, bananas
"Eat the Rainbow": More reading articles
The Benefits of Eating the Rainbow
Eat the Rainbow
5 Healthy Ways to Eat a Rainbow
The Benefits of Eating the Rainbow
Eat the Rainbow
5 Healthy Ways to Eat a Rainbow
Recipe: 7-Fruits Rainbow Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 green kiwi (green)
1 small banana (white/yellow)
10 seedless grapes (red/purple)
1 orange (orange)
10 blueberries (blue/purple)
4 strawberries (red)
8 raspberries (red)
1 cup fresh milk
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Cut bigger fruits into smaller chunks. Put all ingredients into a blender and pulse until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk to thin it out until you get the consistency that your kid enjoys.
Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch
And now..... Let me introduce to you the Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch!
Unique selling points: reusable, refillable, convenient, affordable, adorable & fun!
Let me tell you why I like this pouch!
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This Squooshi refillable and reusable food pouch is great to store yogurt, applesauce, baby food, smoothies & more. They are easy to use too. Just fill through the bottom zipper, eat, wash, and repeat!
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Why do I recommend Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch?
- Perfect size & shape: This pouch comes with a top spout and curved shape which is natural in a kid's hand.
- Pretty designs with animal characters: There are six pretty designs: Bird, Lion, Panda, Monkey, Walrus, Penguin.
- Healthy capacity: It holds about 130ml of liquified food. So, your kid won't be over-eating.
- Easy to fill: Its wide bottom opening allows direct pouring or filling with a spoon. So, it's hassle-free to fill it up with your kid's favorite smoothie, etc.
- Easy to clean & dry: The bottom zipper allows water to completely stream through to rinse the pouch and to air dry it.
- Durable & long-lasting: It is made to be leak-proof and to last. Comes with a 1-year guarantee.
- Freezer safe: The pouches can be filled up and stored in the freezer for next feedings.
- Safe for baby: Each pouch comes with a no-choke cap. It is small in size with a curved shape, can be held upright, and easy for little hands to hold and squeeze.
- Non-toxic: BPA-, lead-, phthlate- & PVC-free, approved for airplane travel
- Environmental-friendly: This pouch is reusable, so you don't need to throw it away after feeding.
Who can use Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch?
- Babies who have started on solids (6+ months onwards): This pouch is great if you need to pack purees for your babysitter. You can mix fruits or veggies purees with breast milk (optional) in a bowl and pour into the pouch before leaving your house. Note: Follow the 3-day rule when you introduce new food.
- Toddlers: They are cheeky and will definitely explore what the pouch can do. For example, my 21.5mo toddler turns the pouch upside-down and shake it. Then, when I open the screw cap, he squeezes the pouch hard! And he says, "oops" when he sees the smoothie flows out from the spout. So, if you don't want your toddler to "spray" your walls with smoothie, you can hold the pouch and squeeze it into his mouth. See photos below. Lol.
- Older kids: You can fill the pouch with homemade applesauce, yogurt, and smoothies. Put one in their lunchbox for them to bring to their playschool or kindy.
Where to buy Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch?
You can buy it from Babydash.com.my!
There are six pretty designs! Bird, Lion, Panda, Monkey, Walrus, Penguin. The one that my boy is holding is the purple walrus edition. Pretty!
There are six pretty designs! Bird, Lion, Panda, Monkey, Walrus, Penguin. The one that my boy is holding is the purple walrus edition. Pretty!
Babydash.com.my was founded by two gorgeous moms, Lavi and Shan, who got tired of constantly running out for diapers and milk. They aim to make this errand as hassle-free and painless as possible by offering an easy and convenient way for other moms to get diapers and milk without having to suffer long queues at the grocers or lug bulky heavy bags around. No more running from store to store in search of the one brand our baby likes and wasting time and petrol as we do.
Why Babydash?
Babydash offers exclusive baby products directly to your doorstep! So, we busy moms can pre-order diapers, milk, baby food, and many more baby products, and have them delivered to our office or home!
Their fast delivery service in 1-2 working days is fantastic! I have bought things several times and yes, I receive the goods within 1-2 days of delivery.
All you have to do is go to Babydash.com.my, select the items you want, follow the simple payment instructions, and within a couple of days, you'll have your goods delivered to you!
All you have to do is go to Babydash.com.my, select the items you want, follow the simple payment instructions, and within a couple of days, you'll have your goods delivered to you!
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