Have you ever noticed how some foods resemble our anatomy?
Heart: slice a tomato or a grape open and you will see they resemble our heart with their multiple
chambers. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, which is known for its prevention in heart disease. Grapes
contain phytonutrients, which help prevent blood clots.
Bones: Celery and rhubarb resemble our bones. This is because of their long ribs and bone supportive
nutrients. These foods contain vitamin K, which is needed for healthy bones and joints as well as their
sodium content, which is needed to balance the sodium content of bones. Bones and celery are both
23% sodium. When our bodies lack sodium, it pulls what is needed from the bones, celery replenishes
this loss.
Brain: Walnuts resemble our brain. The meat of the walnut is housed in a shell for protection. The nut
itself is full of folds and wrinkles, similar to our brain. This nut is known to be a brain food because of its
high source of omega 3 fatty acids.
Stomach: The shape of ginger root resembles our stomach. Ginger is well known for its anti-nausea
effects. It is a phytochemical that aids digestion, prevents nausea and motion sickness.
Pancreas: Sweet potatoes have the shape of a pancreas and are beneficial for those with diabetes. They
are a complex carbohydrate that have a low glycemic index count. Sweet potatoes are high in betacarotene, which is a potent antioxidant that protects all body tissues from damage from aging and
cancer.
Eyes: When carrots are cut, they resemble the human eye. The radiating lines mimic the iris and pupil.
Their vitamins and antioxidant properties work to prevent macular degeneration. Carrots also help to
build night vision.
Uterus: Avocados are similar in shape and contain folic acid, the key vitamin in the prevention of cervical
dysplasia. Folic acid is important for women during child bearing years as it is essential to the nerve cell
development of the fetus.
Ears: When sliced in half, mushrooms resemble the shape of the human ear. Mushrooms are rich in
vitamin D, which is needed to strengthen the three small bones in the ear that transmit sound to the
brain.
Blood: Red wine has the same appearance as blood. It is rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, which
protect us against high LDL cholesterol. Red wine also contains a blood thinning component, which
protects us from blood clots, stroke and heart disease. Use in moderation.