Each color is caused by specific phytonutrients
Which naturally help protect plants from germs, bugs, the sun’s harmful rays, and other threats
But they also help us to stay healthy
What does the color of your food tell you?
Contain antioxidant flavonoids (including anthocyanins) and carotenoids (including lycopene)
Helps Fight Cancer, Reduce the Risk of Diabetes and Heart Disease, Improve Skin Quality
Try: red peppers, tomatoes, red berries, watermelon, beets
Orange and Yellow ? ? ? ?
Contain beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant, plus vitamin A and often vitamin C
Improve Immune Function, Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease, Promote Eye Health
Try: citrus, mango, peaches, papaya, carrots, sweet potato, squash, cantaloupe, yellow peppers
Green ?? ? ?
Contain lutein, isoflavones, and vitamin K
Boost the Immune System, Help Detoxify the Body, Restore Energy and Vitality
Try: broccoli, kale, lettuces, green apples and grapes, green beans, peas, zucchini, avocado
Blue and Purple ? ?
Contain phytonutrients, including anthocyanins and resveratrol
Fight Cancer and Unwanted Inflammation and Help Keep You Young
Try: blue and black berries, red grapes, red cabbage, eggplant, plums, figs
White and Brown ?
Contain the compounds allicin and quercetin
Protect Against Certain Cancers, Keep Bones Strong, and Are A Heart-Healthy Choice
Try: cauliflower, garlic, onions, mushrooms, potato, parsnip
So eat your way through the rainbow every day for your health
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