1. HEALTHY FOOD (Alimentação saudável)
Red food (alimentos vermelhos)
Contains lycopene, a potent antioxidant.
Protects against some types of cancer.
Stimulates blood circulation.
tomato
strawberry
watermelon
cherry
Orange/ yellow food (alimentos cor laranja ou amarelos)
Contains vitamin B3, vitamin C and beta carotene.
Protects the heart, eyes, and the nervous system.
Reduces the risk of câncer.
Orange
papaya
carrots
peach
pumpkin
WHITE FOOD (ALIMENTOS BRANCOS)
Contains calcium and potassium.
Helps in the formation and maintenance of bonés.
Is basic for the functioning of nerves and muscles.
Banana
cheese
Rice
potato
GREEN FOOD (ALIMENTOS VERDES)
Contains chlorophyll and vitamin A.
Detoxes cells.
Inhibits free radicals.
Green vegetables and herbs
Milk
egg

2. PURPLE FOOD (ALIMENTOS ROXOS)
Contains anthocyanin.
Delays aging.
grapes
plum
fig
BROWN FOOD (ALIMENTOS MARRONS)
Contains vitamin B and E.
Prevents anxiety and depression.
Reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
Provides for better bowel functioning.
Oat meal
cereals
nuts
EXERCISES
1) Complete o espaço em branco com a cor do alimento correspondente :
a) ____________________________ helps the functioning of muscles.
b) ____________________________ inhibits free radicals.
c) ___________________________ stimulates blood circulation.
d) __________________________ delays aging.
e) __________________________ protects the heart and the eyes.
f) __________________________ reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
2) Responda as questões de acordo com o texto:
a) Os alimentos brancos contém licopene? ___________________________
b) O que é licopene? ___________________________________________________
c) O que os alimentos amarelos e de cor laranja contêm? _______________________
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d) Quais tipos de alimentos previnem/ reduzem o risco de câncer? ________________
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