Soha Ali Khan
Speaking of teaching daughter Inaaya the technique of picking the right foods, Soha Ali Khan had told mid-day, “Like the lights of a traffic signal, they are taught that foods can be classified into three categories. Red foods, like chewing gum or colas, are not supposed to be eaten at their age. Orange foods, where chocolates find a place, can be eaten in moderation, and green foods can be consumed [in any quantity]. So when she sees a cucumber, she knows she doesn’t need to ask me before eating it.”

The experts we spoke to  agreed with Khan’s segregation, they emphasise the need to create what is referred to as a ‘Rainbow food plate’. “When you talk about foods of different colours, I see them as pigments and antioxidants. Papaya has carotene, which is a good source of vitamin A. Green leafy vegetables are good sources of chlorophyll, which are the richest source of antioxidants. So, a colourful food plate can be indicative of a diet that is rich in antioxidants that can provide immunity,” says Malavia.