My Fabulous Five Favorite Red Foods
As Valentine's Day gets closer my favorite color red seems to be more prevalent every where I go. I am reminded to incorporate My Fabulous Five Favorite Red Foods into all my recipes. These ingredients will not only enhance your meals but make them even more nutritious. So remember to shop with red in mind for Tomatoes, Cherries, Pomegranate, Beets and Chili Peppers.
Sex-appeal comes from within and few things are sexier than being healthy. These 5 red foods are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that will help keep you and your lover going strong on Valentine's Day and all year long.
Cherries - known to fight diabetes, cancer, arthritis and gout. A great source of fiber, potassium and Vitamin A.
Pomegranate - Studies have shown that the fruit many help to reduce the buildup of plaque in arteries and lower blood pressure.
Beets - Earthy flavored that gets sweet when cooked and very nutritious including foliate, Vitamin B which needed for the growth of new cells. It's beautiful color comes from betanin, a phytochemical that's thought to boast immunity. Roast them, pickle them, or shred them raw and dress them with citrus for a great salad.
Chile Peppers - Capsaicin, an antioxidant in chiles, thwarts food spoilage and may protect blood vessels. Studies show that capsaicin increases the body's metabolic rate and stimulates the brain chemicals that help us feel less hungry.
Tomatoes - A terrific source of Vitamin C and rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that fights skin aging and may be beneficial against cancer and heart disease. Would you believe that at one time they were thought to be poisonous!
There are many ways to show "Amore" to the one you love on this day of romance. Choose a world of vibrant colors, choose to show your affection by starting from the inside out and go for the gusto and spice and add these Fabulous Five Red Foods to all your meals. Add a glass of red wine, strawberries and allow the color of love fill your world on Valentine's day and always.
