Food colors
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Red/ orange
They pack a vibrant healthy antioxidantsLycopene is the phytonutrient that gives tomatoes their red coloring.the risk of prostate cancer drops by 30-40 percent when high intakes of tomatoes or lycopene are consumed.
Blue/purple
Lowering the risk of heart disease and some cancers, preventing age-related memory loss, keeping the eyes and urinary tract healthy and lowering the risk of gum disease and stomach ulcers.
Anthocyanins have been found to act against the bacteria that cause stomach ulcers and gum disease. Plus, several laboratory-based studies have revealed that anthocyanins can help to lower the risk of colon cancerGreen and yellow
thin, flavonoids, lycopene, potassium, and vitamin C. These nutrients reduce age-related macula degeneration and the risk of prostate cancer, lower LDL cholesterol and blood pressure. promote collagen formation and healthy joints, fight harmful free radicals, encourage alkaline balance, and work with magnesium and calcium to build healthy bones.
Brown and tan
food we eat gives our bodies the "information" and materials they need to function properly. ... The nutrients in food enable the cells in our bodies to perform their necessary functions. ... "Nutrients are the nourishing substances in food that are essential for the growth ...
White
White breads and sugars are simple carbohydrates. Your body rapidly turns these nutrients into glucose, a sugar used for energy. Americans commonly use sugary foods and white breads to obtain quick boosts of energy.