I rarely agree with what conventional "science" tells us, especially when it comes to healthy eating habits but I do agree with the timeless principle of having a colorful plate of food when eating. Where we differ is in the colors that we consider healthy. Choosing your food colors is of the utmost importance so tonight I am going to go through what I call the "essential color wheel of eating". After reading this it is up to you to decide if you will listen to conventional "wisdom" on the choice of colors or my list, but when doing so please consider that I am in peak physical condition and am extraordinarily good looking, plus most doctors die prematurely of heart malfunction.
1. White:
Many of the most delicious and nutritious eatable choices are white. Think about all the different foods that are white: Potatoes, ice cream, cheesecake, bread, pasta, all kinds of cheeses, etc. I could literally go on for hours but you get the point. White is a good base color because almost any meal can be built on it or beneath it. What do you mean...beneath it? I'm glad you asked. We must consider all the toppings that are white as well: white pasta sauce, ranch dressing, gravy, sour cream. etc. Again the list goes on and on, but for the sake of time we will cut it short. Even if you make a poor dinner choice such as a salad you can always salvage it by adding a heaping helping of ranch or gravy.
2. Brown:
Brown is another color that should be incorporated into every meal plan. Just about anything deep fried is brown as well as brown gravy, cooked bacon and a host of other selections. Cola is also a dark brown and makes a healthy complement to almost any meal, just be sure to avoid any diet or caffeine free cola selections. Even if you find yourself being forced to choke down something green like green beans or, again, a salad there is something brown you can throw in the mix to make it right such as bacon, bacon bits, or some deep fried onion straws.
3. Yellow:
Butter is yellow. Need I say more?
4. Exceptions to the color list:
Although it is alright to throw in some greens or blues every now and again I advise against regular incorporation of most colors that are not on the above list. However, there is one very colorful dish I believe is alright to enjoy often as you like. It is pictured below:
Monday, August 20, 2012
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