Carotenes or Xanthophylls

Have you ever considered why it is important to eat a variety of produce daily?
Each color (pigment) in fruits and vegetables has scientific names and various functions to improve our health.
Orange, pinks, reds and yellows are called carotenes or xanthophylls. Our bodies will break these down into carotene to produce Vitamin A.
Vitamin A helps with vision, immune system, reproduction and helps most organs to function.
Try to aim for at least four different colors of produce per day, with the major focus on vegetables.

Try these ideas instead of the chemical laden drinks sold at your grocery store. My favorite is cucumber and mint!

I often hear "I just don't have time to eat healthy, I am busy taking care of my children, parents or grandchildren..." Remember if you are not healthy you are of little help to those around you. Be kind to your self.

I often get asked how to start a detox. The perfect place to start is artificial sweeteners. No Splenda (sucralose), Equal (aspartame), Sweet-n-low (saccharin) or Acesulfame Potassium. Your body will thank you with weight loss, less sugar cravings, better mental clarity and more energy.