Health / Eating Colorful Food Has Health Benefits

S. No Food Colour Name Contains Nutrients Purpose Examples
1 Phytonutrients Lycopene and Anthocyanin Improves blood pressure, organ function and circulation. Tomatoes, Watermelon, Beets and Red Bell Peppers.
2 Anthoxanthins, Sulfur, and Quercetin Boost the Immune System
It helps body fight infections
(Anti-viral, Anti-fungal and Anti-inflammatory)
Garlic, Onions, Cauliflower and Daikon Radish
3 Vitamin K To purify with detoxification.
(used as blood purifier,blood clotting and building strong bones.)
Broccoli,Kale,Spinach,Green Beans and celery.
4 Vitamin C,Bioflavanoids Reduce inflammation, Prevent Allergies, Maintain healthy skin, eliminate free radicals,strengthens tendons,ligaments, collagen in your skin and cartilage. Lemons, Pineapples, Yellow Peppers and Grapefruit.
5 beta-carotene(Used to generate Vitamin A and antioxidantsin body) Prevention of Cancer, Heart Disease and Infections.Maintains healthy eyes and skin. Carrots, Cantaloupe, Sweet Potatoes, Squash and Oranges.
6 Antioxidants Disease Prevention, Longevity, Maintains Brains Health. Blueberries, Blackberries, Eggplant and Purple Cabbage.


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