Purple Foods and Their Health Benefits: A Guide to Anthocyanins
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A WebMD slideshow explaining the health benefits of purple-colored fruits and vegetables, focusing on anthocyanins — phytonutrients that give these foods their color and help protect cells from damage. The article covers various purple foods like plums, and their potential health benefits.
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· 3 pulledIn fruits and vegetables, purple is often a sign of nutrients called anthocyanins.
Like other phytonutrients, your body doesn't need them to work, but they do help protect your cells from damage that can lead to illness and disease.
And the more color in the fruit, the more of those anthocyanins.
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