A common piece of health advice is to ‘eat the rainbow’, which is a way to encourage people to get their five-a-day and eat a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. The colourful varieties that you find in your exotic fruit box delivery are particularly packed with health-boosting nutrients that your body craves.
These fruits not only look and taste amazing, but support the body in many ways. Here’s a look at the unique role that the colours in your fruit box play in a well-balanced diet.
Red fruits for the heart and immune system
Red tropical fruits such as some species of dragon fruit, guava, pomegranate and red papaya are often high in antioxidants such as lycopene and vitamin C. These can help reduce inflammation, boost immunity, and support heart health.
If you want to boost your immune system or reduce inflammation, try using guava or red papaya as an ingredient in smoothies or fruit salads.
Orange fruits for skin and eye support
The bright orange skin of fruits such as mango, papaya and tamarillo are signs that the fruit contains beta-carotene, which is an antioxidant that the body converts into vitamin A. This helps to support good eye health, glowing skin and a strong immune system.
Yellow fruits for good digestion and the feel-good factor
Sunshine yellow fruits not only look gorgeous, but are also rich in vitamin C, bromelain and folate. These nutrients are known for supporting good digestion and cell regeneration, and can help to ease stress and boost energy levels.
Add some yellow dragon fruit or canistel to your morning cereal to help you start the day right, or in a dessert to ease the digestion after a big meal.