COLOUR CHART FOR FRUITS & VEGETABLES

Follow this Colour Chart to get the most from your fruits and vegetables.

RED

Phytonutrient:Lycopene
Source: Tomatoes.
Benefits: Reduces the risk of prostrate cancer,may protect against lung and stomach cancer.

YELLOW

Phytonutrient:Lutein-
Source:Marigolds and green leafy vegetables such kale, spinach and romaine lettuce.
Benefits: Promotes eye health and prevents mascular degeneration(a specific form of blindness that is especially prevalent in individuals over the age of 75.

GREEN

Phytonutrient:Epigallocatechin galiate(EGCG).
Source-Green tea.
Benefits:Increases the plasma antioxidant capacity of the blood and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. especially beneficial to smokers and women.

BLACK/DARK

Phytonutrient:Polyphenols.
Source-Black tea and dark chocolate.
Benefits: Protects the body against free radicals that cause damage to cells and also have heart health benefits.

DARK PURPLE AND RED FRUITS

Phytonutrient:Anthocyanins.
Source-Pomegranates,red and purple grapes, blueberries, raspberries,blackberries and strawberries.
Benefits: Protects against free radicals that lead to heart disease and DNA damage.

ORANGE

Phytonutrient:Hesperidin.
Source-Orange.
Benefits: Reduces the severity of varicose veins. supports good cardiovascular performance.

OFF WHITE

Phytonutrient:Allylic sulfides.
Source- Onions and leeks.
Benefits: Beneficial in preventing cancer and reducing blood cholesterol levels.

Article from The Star. Photo by me.