Fruits and vegetables are full of many benefits for our health and that of baby. But did you know? The color of fruits and vegetables speaks volumes about their nutritional properties. By coloring the plates of the whole family with many colors, you bring to everyone a plate rich in nutrients and perfect for filling up with energy.
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The white color on its plate
Fruits and vegetables of white or gray colors are known for their ability to strengthen the immune system with their antiviral and antibacterial properties . These are the foods to make baby eat in winter to avoid small colds this season. They also have super antioxidant power and an inflammatory effect . the system , white or gray fruits and vegetables have the capacity to improve digestion and regulate blood circulation .
White and gray colors can be found on the baby's plate using cauliflower, turnip, parsnip, endive, leek, mushrooms, coconuts, white asparagus, radish, etc.
The benefits of red fruits and vegetables
Red fruits and vegetables are especially ideal for our little heart . With their antioxidant power and their vitamins A and C these foods protect and maintain healthy hearts . They strengthen heart functions , but also the immune system . They can also help improve digestion and decrease stress . The red fruits are really great for the whole family!
The red fruits and vegetables to offer on the baby's plate are: red pepper, tomato, watermelon, pomegranate, redcurrants, red fruits, raspberry, strawberry, red beans, cherry, etc.
Yellow and orange colors on its plate
Fruits and vegetables of yellow or orange colors help improve the view of the whole family. And yes, we have never seen a rabbit with glasses, because he eats carrots! These foods are rich in vitamin A and have a super antioxidant power ( beta - carotene ). They are also useful for strengthening the baby's immune system
The yellow and orange colors can be found in the baby's plate with apricot, pineapple, pumpkin, pumpkin, khaki, banana, carrot, yellow kiwi, fishing, clementine, mandarin, orange, mirabellels, melon, mango, lemon, pumpkin, yellow pepper, corn pepper Butternut squash, etc.
Green fruits and vegetables and their benefits
Green fruits and vegetables are full of benefits. Indeed, they are composed of vitamins A , C , E and K as well as many minerals such as potassium , calcium , iron and magnesium . These green foods help the liver in its detoxification process and reduce blood pressure .
There are many green fruits and vegetables. We find the green kiwi, broccoli, beans, apple, pear, spinach, small-peas, zucchini, cucumber, Brussels cabbage, lime, green pepper, avocado, green asparagus, grape, green melon, etc.
The blue and purple colors on its plate
Blue or mauve fruits and vegetables are perfect for stimulating memory and blood circulation thanks to anthocyan and resveratrol present in these foods. But that's not all! They also have a great antioxidant power that allows you to fight stress . The more the fruits and vegetables of these colors are dark, the more their nutritional properties will be at the top!
The blue and purple colors can be found on the whole family's plate with the following fruits and vegetables: blueberry, blackcurrant, blackberry, eggplant, beet, red cabbage, fig, plum, black grapes, etc.
Thanks to the colors of seasonal fruits and vegetables , you can easily vary baby's diet and bring it all the nutrients necessary for its good development.
