Purple Food Rich in Antioxidants | You probably already know the benefits and the benefits of vegetables and fruits are green, red and yellow. But did you know turns purple foods are also rich in antioxidants?
Purple color in fruits and vegetables is a sign of having a high content of antioxidants, such as reported by Indiatimes. Beneficial antioxidants to prevent cell damage, keep the skin fresh and youthful.
According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Study, people who eat fruits and purple vegetables have a stable body weight. In addition, they generally tend to be slim and not overweight. It was also found that the blood pressure and the amount of HDL in the blood stable. The researchers then developed his study of the purple vegetables. Is anthocyanin, a pigment in purple fruits and vegetables that also serves as an antioxidant.
Purple fruits and vegetables are recommended
1. PlumsPlum may not be too popular in Indonesia, but this fruit can already be found in some supermarkets and fruit shops. Eat is also very easy, just cut into pieces and served. Or you can also add them in your salad.
2. Purple cabbage
Purple cabbage is also very easy to find in supermarkets and traditional markets. It is sweet and seductive color. Used as a salad dressing or fresh fish eating friends are also very tasty know.
3. Purple Eggplant
Vegetables on this one other than it's cheap, it's also delicious. Serve as a vegetable main course or can be digrilled.
4. Purple grape
The local wine is generally colored purple, it feels a little bit sour with a blend of sweet. It is more acidic than wine imports, but not exceptional properties.
5. Beet
Bulbs that one is not very popular in Indonesia. Properties, in addition to rich in antioxidants can also be used as a blood booster. Can eat and drink while juice made fresh.
