Description
Book SynopsisNature has kindly colour-coded foods for us and each colour signifies different compounds which the body needs on a regular, and often daily, basis. Many are powerful substances that can help to remedy human health issues without any of the side-effects that can be suffered with conventional medications. Nature's Colour Codes describes what these potent nutrients are, why the body needs them and which foods contain them, so that they are not omitted from the daily diet. It also explains how to consume the widest range, when it may be necessary to avoid certain colourful foods and the dangers of artificial food dyes. Know your colours for optimum health!
Table of ContentsThe importance of minerals; Why we should 'eat the rainbow'; The relevance of 'free radicals' and 'antioxidants'; The six colour categories of natural foods - black/blue/violet/purple; Green; Red; Yellow/orange; White/cream; Brown/gold and what these colours mean; The health benefits of the nutrients that colour foods; How to consume a wide selection of colours; What to avoid when. Artificial food colourings and their side effects.
