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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. "When you shop and cook, try to get three different 'color categories' in your recipes," suggests health and wellness expert Amy Hendel.
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Shades of Green
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 and green tea.
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Blue and Purple
Health benefits: Promotes brain and heart health and supports the arteries.
What to eat: Figs, grapes, blueberries, boysenberries, red cabbage, black currants, eggplant, purple sweet potato, black beans, plums, beets and blackberries.
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Red and Pink
Health benefits: Promotes prostate health and DNA health.
What to eat: Cranberries, watermelon, pink grapefruit, guava, pomegranate, radishes, raspberries, strawberries, cherries, tomatoes and red apples.
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Yellow and Orang...
Health benefits: Maintains healthy eyes, supports immune system, maintains skin hydration and promotes healthy growth.
What to eat: Pineapple, lemons, passion fruit, oranges, cantaloupe, carrots, apricots, sweet potatoes, tangerines, squash, papaya and corn.
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White and Beige
Health benefits: Maintains healthy bones, promotes good circulation and supports the arteries.
What to eat: Turnips, onions, mushrooms, horseradish, white kidney beans, parsnips, garlic, cauliflower, black-eyed peas and pears.
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