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Eat Colours for Good Health

Look out for foods that are deep blue, purple, red, green, orange and yellow - they contain carotenoids and anthocyanins, which have health-enhancing nutrients to protect against heart disease dan cancer. These foods are rich in antioxcidants and help prevent cell damage and reduce the risk of degenerative diseases.

USDA's Diet and Human Performance Laboratory recommends Deep Green Cruciferous vegentables like broccoli, spinach and kale are good sources of calcium for healthy bones and teeth. Red Tomatoes, cranberries and pomegranates are beneficial sources of anthocyanins and lycopene which are possible deterrents to heart disease and cancer of prostate, cervix and gastrointestinal tract.

Orange/Yellow Squash, carrots and sweet potatoes are great sources of antioxidants that can promote healthy lungs and fight off squamous cell carcinoma. Deep Blue/Purple Eggplant, blueberries, strawberries and cherries help lower your risk of heart disease by boosting the liver to absorb extra cholesterol as well as improve memory.

Source : RDAsia.com