Many of us grew up learning that we should eat at least 5 servings of fruits and veggies a day. Well, that was then and this is now. As described in Stop Counting Produce Servings and Focus on Colors Instead, we really should focus more on eating a variety of colored fruits and vegetables. It’s important to eat enough everyday but it’s probably even more important to eat the right kinds as well. Each color has it’s own health benefit and this is backed by science. If we get enough of a variety, we give ourselves the best chance to living a healthier lifestyle.

Challenge:

1. From the list below, of all the foods that you have never eaten before, go ahead and take up the challenge to try a new food item every month.
2. Comment below and tell us what new food(s) you especially liked after trying it for the first time! That’s it!

Try a New One Every Month!

Almonds: Health Benefits and How-To

Apple: Health Benefits and How-To

Artichoke: Health Benefits and How-To

Arugula: Health Benefits and How-To

Asparagus: Health Benefits and How-To

Avocado: Health Benefits and How-To

Beets: Health Benefits and How-To

Blueberries: Health Benefits and How-To

Boysenberries: Health Benefits and How-To

Brussels Sprouts: Health Benefits and How-To

Cabbage: Health Benefits and How-To

Cantaloupe: Health Benefits and How-To

Cashews: Health Benefits and How-To

Cauliflower: Health Benefits and How-To

Celeriac: Health Benefits and How-To

Cherries: Health Benefits and How-To

Chestnuts: Health Benefits and How-To

Chickpeas: Health Benefits and How-To

Coffee: Health Benefits and How-To

Collard Greens: Health Benefits and How-To

Eggplant: Health Benefits and How-To

Endive: Health Benefits and How-To

Fava Beans: Health Benefits and How-To

Fennel: Health Benefits and How-To

Figs: Health Benefits and How-To

Ginger: Health Benefits and How-To

Grapefruit: Health Benefits and How-To

Grapes: Health Benefits and How-To

Green Beans: Health Benefits and How-To

Green Lentils: Health Benefits and How-To

Green Tea: Health Benefits and How-To

Heirloom Tomatoes: Health Benefits and How-To

Hibiscus Tea: Health Benefits and How-To

Kamut: Health Benefits and How-To

Kiwi: Health Benefits and How-To

Maitake Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To

Mango: Health Benefits and How-To

Mint: Health Benefits and How-To

Oats: Health Benefits and How-To

Onion: Health Benefits and How-To

Organic or Heirloom Corn: Health Benefits and How-To

Papaya: Health Benefits and How-To

Parsnip: Health Benefits and How-To

Peaches: Health Benefits and How-To

Pecans: Health Benefits and How-To

Persimmon: Health Benefits and How-To

Pineapple: Health Benefits and How-To

Plum: Health Benefits and How-To

Portobello Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To

Potato: Health Benefits and How-To

Pumpkin Seeds: Health Benefits and How-To

Pumpkin: Health Benefits and How-To

Reishi Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To

Rhubarb: Health Benefits and How-To

Salmon: Health Benefits and How-To

Shrimp: Health Benefits and How-To

Spelt: Health Benefits and How-To

Split Peas: Health Benefits and How-To

Sprouted Brown Rice: Health Benefits and How-To

Squash: Health Benefits and Easy Prep for 5 Common Winter Squash Varieties

Strawberries: Health Benefits and How-To

Sweet Potato: Health Benefits and How-To

Tuna: Health Benefits and How-To

Turkey: Health Benefits and How-To

Turmeric: Health Benefits and How-To

Walnuts: Health Benefits and How-To

Watermelon: Health Benefits and How-To

Gloria Tsang, RD

Gloria Tsang is the author of 5 books and the founder of HealthCastle.com, the largest online nutrition network run by registered dietitians. Her work has appeared in major national publications, and she is a regularly featured nutrition expert for media outlets across the country. The Huffington Post named her one of its Top 20 Nutrition Experts on Twitter. Gloria’s articles have appeared on various media such as Reuters, NBC & ABC affiliates, The Chicago Sun-Times, Reader’s Digest Canada, iVillage and USA Today.