Eat the rainbow: what can food colour tell us?

When you're done with your weekly grocery shop, how colourful is your trolley? We know eating lots of fruits and vegetables is good for you, but colour could matter. Norman and Tegan discuss what gives fruit and veggies their hue and whether it's important when it comes to healthy eating. References: Phytonutrients: Paint your plate with the colours of the rainbow Clinical Evidence of the Benefits of Phytonutrients in Human Healthcare Eat a Rainbow – Nutrition Australia Phytochemicals: Principles and Practice What’s the Difference Between Sweet Potatoes and Potatoes? Role of Phytonutrients in the Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Diseases: A Concrete Review Major phytochemicals, their sources, active sites, and the related health benefits Effect of Fruit and Vegetable Consumption on Human Health: An Update of the Literature Adding variety to your diet lowers disease risk. But what does variety mean? Which Colour of Bell Pepper Has Most Nutrients?  If you enjoyed this episode, check these out! Should you be eating more fruit? Why Norman won't shut up about the Mediterranean diet What are the health benefits of coffee?