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Combat 'Diabesity' With Color-Coded Nutrition Advice

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Orange/yellow. Citrus fruits, papaya, peaches (contain citrus flavonoids).

Yellow/green. Spinach, corn, avocado, green beans (contain lutein/zeaxanthin).

Green. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage (contain glucosinolates, indoles).

White/green. Garlic, onions, chives, asparagus (contain allyl sulfides).

Dr. Heber tells his patients to avoid white and beige foods, such as white bread.