Nature is very wise and many times without our realizing it hides hidden messages that we have to decipher with time and patience.
It seems that in the plant world colors are very important, because vegetables and fruits with the same color tone have been shown to have similar properties and benefits. Learn to differentiate them and know the benefits according to the color they have.
You have to try eat 5 pieces of fruits or vegetables a day, In adults it can already be a complicated task due to our hectic routines or our habits, but in the case of children it can be a mission impossible. Although all is not lost, surely when you discover its peculiarities regarding color, you will see the vegetables with different eyes.
Vegetable colors
Orange and yellow
These are made up of large amounts of Antioxidants that help nourish and protect the skin thanks to vitamin A. It protects us from UVA rays, from the premature appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin.
You can focus on the following foods:
- Mango
- Pumpkin
- Carrot
- Peach
- Orange
- Apricot
- Tangerine
Red and purple
They help us reduce cardiovascular problems, eliminate those substances harmful to the body, lower cholesterol and improve blood circulation. They also protect our skin from ultraviolet rays and sunburn. Do not hesitate to introduce the following vegetables and fruits into your diet:
- Beet
- Lombard
- Tomato
- Red pepper
- Cherries
- Strawberries
- All kinds of berries
- Grapes
Blanco
Our protect against cancer and reactivate white blood cell production. In addition, they are antioxidants and keep infections at bay by strengthening the body's defenses. They promote the production of protective enzymes.
Prevents the aging, circulatory and skin problems, infections and fevers.
- Endives
- Cucumber
- Banana
- Apple
- Pears
- Onion
- Mushrooms
Verde
This color is associated with the vast majority of vegetables, greens and vegetables, this color indicates greater amount of magnesium, a very important component of good health. Magnesium is related to muscle relaxation, its deficiency can cause tiredness, cramps, spasms or muscle tension. Therefore, do not leave out the following vegetables and fruits:
- Spinach
- Broccoli
- Kiwi
- Brussels sprouts
- Green peas
- Avocado
As you have been able to verify is important colors in food and therefore, in food in general. We must dress our dishes with bright colors, how many more colors the better because it will mean that we will be providing our body with great benefits and properties so that it is strong and healthy.