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Color me healthy: what hues you should have on your plate

Posted on Sep 14th 2007 5:19PM by Martha Edwards
I would say that I'm much more into vibrant colours than I am drab shades of beige or gray. This goes not only for my home and clothes, by my meals too. I try to make sure to have lots of different colours of produce in my fridge and on my plate. Do you do the same?

Prevention Magazine notes these colours as some of the best to have on your plate:
  • Yellow/orange: Think mangoes and sweet potatoes, which can help prevent cancer
  • Green: Spinach and broccoli can help your vision
  • Purple: Blueberries and blackberries can help prevent the spread of tumors
  • Red: Tomatoes and watermelon contain lycopene, to prevent cancer and heart disease
  • White: Cauliflower, garlic and onions are all great for you.
So next time you're in the grocery store, look for some of these items.

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