”Phytonutrients are like secret service agents that protect and fight of diseases in plants. Therefore, when you eat phytonutrient-packed plants, those little kickboxers help you fight free radicals and disease, too. Phytonutrients plants their characteristic colors and flavors… like enzymes, they are also heat-sensitive and are best eaten raw.” (Crazy Sexy Diet by Kris Carr, pg. 33).

Phytonurtients include:

• Beta-Carotene: Found in orange colored foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, etc.
• Lycopene: Found in tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit, etc.
• Lutein & Zeaxanthin: Found in corn (good for your baby blue eyes)
• Resveratrol: Found in white, blue, & purple foods such as garlic, blueberries, grapes, red wine, etc.
• Quercetin: Found in apples and onions (your heart will thank you if you get enough of this stuff)