Go To The Dark Side

When it comes to whole foods, more pigment often mean more nutrient power.  Try adding these items to your cupboards and fridge;

·         Cantaloupe vs. Honeydew Melon = The cantaloupe doubles your vitamin C intake and has 70 times the vitamin A and beta-carotene 

·         Brown rice vs. White rice = Brown rice has 30% more of the antioxidant selenium and 4.5 times the fiber 

·         Baby Bellas vs. White Mushrooms = The Bellas have 6 times the calcium, 40% more potassium and triple the selenium

 

·         Spinach vs Iceburg Lettuce = Spinach has triple the protein, a higher concentration of antioxidants and 19 times the vitamin A 

·         Sweet Potato vs. White Potato = The sweet potato has more than a days worth of vitamin A, 2.5 times the calcium and 50% more fiber 

·         Dark Beer vs. Light Beer = The dark stuff has more iron and cancer fighting polyphenols 

·         Red Wine vs. White Wine = Your favorite red will give you a dose of the sleep regulating hormone melatonin and the heart healthy antioxidant resveratrol