COLORFUL FOOD FOR HEALTHY LIFE

1. Colorful fruits and vegetables that helps us to maintain better and healthy life Can the color of the food you consume affect your health? , The answer is YES Some colors make us feel cooler, like reds, oranges and yellows and Some, like blue or violet, can make us feel cool and calm. In Ayurveda Several colors are considered to balance different chakras and also to heal the body’s systems Fruits and vegetables with red color are a source of carotenoid lycopene, which help to protect the body against cancer and disease and rid the body of free radicals. The second advantage of red colored fruits are these types of fruits and vegetables contain high amounts of lycopene which help to maintain prostate health. Red is the 1st color in chakra, that is related to the skeletal and excretory systems.

2. Fruits and vegetables with Orange color contain high amounts of beta-carotene and curcuminoids, which have the ability to enhance a host of health concerns. Curcuminoids are more generally found in turmeric, and these compounds are important to minimize inflammation, decrease anxiety, and enhance cognitive function. Beta-carotene is a precursor of vitamin A,and is important for healthy hair, skin and muscles. Examples of red color foods are tomatoes,watermelon, etc . Green colored vegetables and fruits help to regulate heart health and balance hormones. And these are the better source of iron, and source of sulforaphane, isocyanate, and indoles and protects the body against cancer and inhibits carcinogens In Ayurveda, green foods with , bitter taste, which helps cleanse and purify the blood and the respiratory system , example of green color foods are broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage etc. Blue color foods are associated with the 5th or throat chakra linked to the thyroid gland, vocal cords and bronchi.the fruits and vegetables like plums and blueberries. Fruits and vegetables like beets,grapes, red cabbage in Red / Purple category is a perfect source of antioxidants that protect the body from heart disease and blood clots,and Alzheimer’s diseases.in according to ayurveda this color is represent the 6th chakra located between the eyes, governs the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. White foods are filled with vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus, such as milk, yogurt and some cheeses. Such vitamins and minerals aid in the health of the bone and can help us maintain healthy body weight. Brown category foods provide fiber and carcinogen removal, as well as a good source of protein.Examples: foods from this category run the gamut from whole grains to legumes to meats; the grains also provide serotonin that support in the digestive tract. To Know More about Kerala Ayurveda Treatments and Massages and consultation visit our website