colour your diet - Green colour for detoxification

Green colour for detoxification

What they contain:  
Green foods get their color from a pigment called chlorophyll,they high amounts of Vitamin K,lutein and zeaxanthin, phytochemicals such as indoles and glucosinolates and iron, potassium.

Why you should eat more: 
Chlorophyll, a natural blood purifier supports the liver and kidneys in the elimination of toxins. Vitamin K is necessary for blood clotting and building strong bones.Lutein and zeaxanthin can filter out harmful light that damages the eyes. A daily serving of any green veg can slash your chances of having a heart attack, too.

Examples of green foods include kale, broccoli, spinach, green beans, celery, lettuce, watercress, cucumber, broccoli, sprouts, green beans, peas, green apples, grapes and kiwi fruit.

Try: Add watercress, lettuce to sandwiches. Also add green leaves to chutney, gravies.

Colour your diet - Yellow colour for beauty -10

Colour  your diet - Yellow colour for beauty

What they contain: Carotenoids.

Why you should eat more:

Yellow foods are rich in Vitamin C, which helps reduce inflammation, prevent allergies. Carotenoids help maintain healthy skin and glow, due to its ability to combat free radicals. Yellow foods also contain citrus bioflavanoids, which strengthens the collagen in your skin, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage.They cut your heart disease risk and boost your immune system, too.

Examples of yellow foods include lemons, pineapples, yellow peppers, banana, mango, sweetcorn and grapefruit.

Try: Topping your cereal with banana or adding yellow peppers to salads. A dash of turmeric in your curry, a generous sprinkling of corn in your sabzis, soups, salad.

Colour your diet - Blue/Purple for longetivity

 Blue/Purple colour for longetivity

What they contain: 
High levels of health-boosting phytochemicals known as anthocyanins and resveratrol.

Why you should eat more: 
Purple foods contain the most antioxidants of all the colors and therefore contribute to overall health, disease prevention, and longevity. They also raise HDL (the “good”) cholesterol, and help maintain a healthy brain.Anthocyanins can protect against liver disease, reduce blood pressure and fight ageing, while resveratrol may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer and improve memory. 

Examples of purple/blue foods include blueberries, blackberries, eggplant, figs, plums, raisins and purple cabbage.

  
Try: Enjoying a small glass of red wine or adding berries to smoothies and your breakfast cereal. Add grapes in your cornflakes or eggplant in your salads to let this colour work its magic.