Phytochemicals are natural bioactive compounds produced by plants that work with nutrients and dietary fiber to protect against disease. Currently, the term is being used only for those plant chemicals that may have health-related effects but are not considered essential nutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, and vitamins).
Research suggests that phytochemicals, found in fruits, vegetables and nuts, may help slow the aging process and reduce the risk of many diseases, including cancer, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, cataracts,
osteoporosis, and urinary tract infections.
Some of the pigments in vegetables, for example beta carotene in carrots and sweet potatoes, lycopene in tomatoes and lutein in spinach, have antioxidant properties.
Antioxidants have the ability to block or reduce damage of cell's DNA from harmful free radicals produced in the body.
Each color group has a unique combination of nutrients and phytochemicals that has been associated with specific health benefits, such as heart health, vision health, bone health, a healthy immune system, and risk reduction for different kinds of cancers.
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So if you're serious about improving your health and cure many diseases using just simple vegetables from your refrigerator,
Thanks for your kind interest and all the best in your health and success,
Yulia Berry, the author and health researcher
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