During this time, green vegetables may be better known and be an option. But there is no harm if you start making variations with orange-colored vegetables. Health experts in Canada recommends eating orange vegetables every day. Why?
1. Against breast cancer in its early stages
Retinoic acid is a substance derived from vitamin A - which is widely available on the sweet potatoes and carrots. Research conducted by the Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, showing retinoic acid-fighting properties as having breast cancer at an early stage (stage two), but not in the stage above it.
2. Increase of beta-carotene
Beta Carotene is one of the antioxidants found in vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and pumpkin. Beta-carotene have a role in regulating the immune system and keep the vision remains good. Beta-carotene is fat-soluble nutrients and a study showed that certain vegetable frying with little oil content of beta-carotene may increase by 63 percent to 53 percent in carrots and pumpkins.
3. Protect the heart
Studies show that the levels of alpha-and beta-carotene, as well as higher antioxidant can lower the risk of death from cardiovascular disease.
4. Protect the eyes
Pumpkin and carrots are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, two plant pigments that help prevent cataracts. A study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology involving more than 35,000 women showed that those who received the highest amount of pigments in the diet (6716 micrograms per day) had a 18 percent lower risk of developing cataracts.
5. Boost the immune system
The content of vitamin B6 is found in carrots and pumpkins have a role in blood cell growth and protein metabolism. Not only that, this vitamin also helps the immune system produces antibodies to fight disease.
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