The Food Colorings, For Super Health

ildren we were told to eat our greens, but we shoulddisease by dis-arming free-radicals in the blood stream
have also been told to eat up our reds, yellows,before they do any harm. They help keep cholesterol
oranges, blue, and purples. Fruit and vegetables arelevels healthy helping to prevent heart attacks and
packed with nutrients and vital substances that protectstrokes. Flavonoids help to increase the absorption of
us from all sorts of degenerative diseases. We needvitamin C.
to be eating a rainbow of colors and as big a varietyPurple Boost smoothie - Blackberries, beetroot and
of fruit and vegetables as possible.banana. Blackberries are bursting with vitamin C to
The color blue. Anthocyanines found in fruits likeboost the immune syste. Beetroots are excellent for
blueberries and bilberries are wonderful anti-oxidantscleansing, stimulating the liver and the kidneys.
that boost the production of collagen which helps toThe color orange. Beta-carotene found in orange fruits
maintain the elasticity of the skin and so much more.and vegetables like apricots, pumpkin and carrots,
This anti-oxidant increases short term memory,protect against cancer, enhances the immune system
improves balance and co-ordination.against viral infection, cystitis, conjunctivitis and skin
The blue lagoon smoothie - blueberries, dark plums andconditions.
banana. Blueberries are bursting with vitamin C andOrange Zing smoothie - Carrots, orange, banana and
bioflavonoids that enhance the absorption of vitamin C.ginger. Carrots are cleansing, stimulating the liver.
Banana is high in fiber and potassium, gives theThe color green. Glucosinolate found in green
smoothie a rich texture.vegetables like broccoli, spinach, cabbage, lettuce, is
The color red. Lycopene is found in red fruits likeone of the most important anti-oxidants protecting
tomatoes, water melon and pink grapefruits, a memberagainst cancer. They are extremely cleansing to the
of the carotenoid family and seems to target thewhole body.
organs like the lungs, stomach, and pancreas. If youGreen sensation - Cabbage, apples and cucumber.
are susceptible to aches and pains or suffer from anyThe color yellow. Lutein and Zeaxanthin are found in
type of arthritis you will need to consider not eatingyellow fruit and vegetables like yellow corn, yellow
many tomatoes for your source of lycopene, eatpeppers, grapefruit etc. These substances protect the
more watermelon and pink gratfruit. A lot of arthritiseyes from age related disease like macular
sufferers have have experienced improvements afterdegeneration and cataracts, protecting against
avoiding tomatoes as they cause considerable acidityfree-radical damage.
in the body. Lycopene reduces the risk of breast andYellow burst smoothie - Pineapple, grapefruit and
cervical cancer.banana.
Red sunset smoothie - water melon, strawberries andAre you getting all the food colorings you need?
banana. Water melon is very cleansing and hydrating,Don't ignore the white fruits and vegetables they too
contains compounds that protect against cellhave plant compounds that will enhance your health.
damage.Strawberries are also rich in vitamin C, helpingNormally health advice says avoid the color white but
to fight infection, anti-inflammatory properties helpingonly in the context of refined white rice, refined white
ease aches, pains and joint complaints.flour. Include in your diet cauliflower, and white radish,
The color purple. Flavonoids found in fruits likewhite cabbage.
blackberries and blackcurrants, protect against heart