Remember how eating spinach would make Popeye's forearms swell and Olive Oil swoon? Well it turns out that wasn't all just a ploy to get us to eat our spinach. It seems Popeye knew something we didn't: Dark or brightly colored fruits and veggies like spinach, carrots, peppers, eggplant, raspberries, pomegranate, and the like are rich in phytochemicals. These natural cell protectors pack a big nutritional boost and have been linked to everything from fighting cancer to stalling aging.
So far researchers have identified over 200 types of phytochemicals and they are just beginning to understand the role they play in your overall good health. So aim for at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day, experts recommend. And think variety — the more colors on your plate, the more types of phytochemicals you're likely to consume.
And — how good is this — the foods that are high in phytochemicals are usually naturally low in calories. Just remember, water can leech the good-for-you boost out of the foods during cooking, so enjoy your fruits and veggies fresh, grilled, or steamed for best results.
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