Did you know that what color fruits and veggies you consume is just as important as how much you consume? Phytonutrients, or antioxidants found in vibrant, colorful produce, protect the body from damaging effects.
Experts suggest that when you shop and cook, try to get three different 'color categories' in your recipes. Let us find out about why you should eat the five main colors - green, blue and purple, red and pink, yellow and orange, white and beige.
Here's part one - about GREENS
Health benefits: Maintains healthy cells, arteries, lungs and liver
What to eat: Kale, collard greens, spinach, green peppers, watercress, lettuce, zucchini, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans, soybeans, green tea
Experts suggest that when you shop and cook, try to get three different 'color categories' in your recipes. Let us find out about why you should eat the five main colors - green, blue and purple, red and pink, yellow and orange, white and beige.
Here's part one - about GREENS
Health benefits: Maintains healthy cells, arteries, lungs and liver
What to eat: Kale, collard greens, spinach, green peppers, watercress, lettuce, zucchini, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans, soybeans, green tea