Five Colors of Food

Did you know that foods of different colors not only make your meal more attractive, they also contribute vital nutrients that are important for your health? This is because each category of colored foods are rich in different essential vitamins and minerals needed for healthy bodily functions.

Here are the 5 different colors of foods and their health benefits!

1. Red Foods

Red foods contain a type of phytonutrient called lycopene which gives them the beautiful red pigment. Lycopene may help in the battle against cancer and heart disease. Certain red foods are also high in Vitamin A and C content that are good for your eyes and also boost your immune system.

Examples of Red Foods: Strawberries, Tomatoes, Red Beet Root, Red Rice, Red Beans, Black Soya Beans, Black Sesame

Red Strawberries are examples of red foods.

2. Purple Foods

Purple foods are rich in antioxidants that protect the body from infections. Besides this, purple foods generally contain lutein and Vitamin C which also promote good retinal health.

Examples of Purple Foods: Purple Sweet Potato, Blueberries, Purple Cabbage

Example of purple foods: Blueberries

3. Green Foods

Green foods, especially green leafy vegetables, contain a wide range of important antioxidants that help fight cancerous cells. Moreover, they contain essential vitamins A,C,E & K that help in many biological functions, such as boosting metabolism and protecting the body against infections to name a few.

Examples of Green Foods: Green Peas, Green Vegetables

Example of green foods

4. Yellow Foods

Yellow and orange foods contain carotenoid, a type of phytonutrient that is responsible for giving them their bright color. Yellow foods are also high in Vitamin C that promote formation of collagen, protect the body against the common cold and also boost good health.

Examples of Yellow Foods: Lemon, Brown Beans, Organic Glutinous Rice

Examples of yellow fruits

5. White Foods

Certain white foods such as bananas contain high amounts of potassium that help to maintain kidney health and reduce anxiety levels. On the other hand, grains and seeds contain high levels of fibre that is important to maintain a healthy digestive system and good bowel movement.

Examples of White Foods: Natto, Apple, Beans & Grains, Lotus Seeds, Mushrooms

Example of White Foods: Mushrooms

Sunfield's Super Purple Multigrain is a nutritious blend of colors and nutrients from natural ingredients, based on the concept of 'Eating the 5 Colors of Food'. It contains purple sweet potato from Okinawa, Japan as the main ingredient and 22 types of mixed beans and grains for all the essential nutrients you need to keep an active and healthy lifestyle.