Products of the same color are similar in composition and have the same effect on the body. How? Nutritionist Boris Skachko told
Red foods
The flavonoids in these products fight free radicals, prevent the destruction of cell membranes, which delays the aging of the body as a whole and the appearance of wrinkles on the face. Vitamin C is also involved in the anti-aging process - without it, collagen is not produced. Lycopene in red foods normalizes blood composition, and anthocyanins help keep blood pressure under control and reduce the risk of heart disease. Anthocyanins also have anti-inflammatory effects and can therefore help those suffering from gout and arthritis.
Red vegetables have an anti-aging effect / istockphoto.com
Blue
Contains pterostilbene. It lowers the level of "bad" cholesterol in the body, improves liver function and optimizes lipid metabolism. Thus, the likelihood of the formation of atherosclerotic plaques, which are responsible for the development of heart failure, pressure surges, heart attack and stroke, is reduced. Plus, blue food contains a lot of phyto-enzymes, which improves digestion.
Blue lowers bad cholesterol / istockphoto.com
Blue
There is a lot of zinc in blue products: it is important for the maturation of sperm and the synthesis of sex hormones, and therefore is indispensable for those planning a pregnancy, for high libido and potency. Zinc is able to neutralize ethanol, so foods with it should be at the feast: they will help reduce the scale of a hangover. Zinc is also suitable for the prevention of acne.
Purple reduces appetite / istockphoto.com
Purple
They contain a lot of tyrosine. This substance keeps appetite in check. This means that the likelihood of overeating decreases, as a result - replenishment of fat depots and a set of extra pounds.
Orange
Fiber in orange foods, such as pumpkin, carrots, is rougher than other foods (lemon, cucumber). Therefore, it fully cleanses the intestines from "deposits". Without toxins, the head "brightens". In addition, orange foods are rich in provitamin A. It improves tissue regeneration, in particular hair and nails become stronger.
Orange strengthens hair / istockphoto.com
Yellow
They contain a lot of ascorbic acid - it is responsible for the integrity of blood vessels. Beta-carotene helps her, which is also in yellow food. The fact is that the most common cause of vascular ulceration is infections, and beta-carotene, by increasing the number of immune factors, fights against them.
Yellow help vessels / istockphoto.com
Green
Rich in chlorophyll, isothiocyanates and sulforaphane. They have antibacterial and antifungal effects, and therefore increase the body's defenses. Lutein and ziazanthin have beneficial effects on vision. B vitamins and magnesium are indispensable in the transmission of nerve impulses, the quality of which determines the mental abilities of a person and the state of the central nervous system. With their use, insomnia goes away, and the degree of mood increases markedly.
Green vegetables and fruits increase the body's defenses / istockphoto.com
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