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Nutritional Anatomy: Nature’s Visual Guide to Health
Have you ever noticed that a slice of carrot resembles a human eye, or that a walnut mimics the intricate folds of the human brain? This visual harmony is often referred to as “food as medicine,” a concept bridging the natural world and our inner biology.
By looking at the “signs” of these whole foods, we can find a path to better health:
Vitality From Top to Bottom
Walnuts and the Brain: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts are a great brain food, supporting cognitive function and memory—as evidenced by their shape resembling miniature left and right brain hemispheres.
Carrots and Eyes: Cut a slice of carrot and you’ll see shapes resembling pupils and irises. Carrots are famously rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A to maintain healthy vision. Mushrooms and Ears: When cut lengthwise, some types of mushrooms resemble human ears. Interestingly, they are one of the few food sources of vitamin D, essential for healthy hearing and bone density in the inner ear.
Basic System
Tomatoes and Hearts: Red, juicy, and compartmentalized, tomatoes are a mirror image of the heart. They are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant known to help reduce the risk of heart disease and support blood health.
Grapes and Lungs: Grapes resemble the alveoli (air sacs) in the lungs. Grapes contain proanthocyanidin, which may reduce the severity of asthma and support respiratory health.
Celery and Bones: The long, slender stalks of celery resemble bones. Interestingly, bones contain 23% sodium, and celery is a natural source of organic sodium, helping to strengthen bones. Supports digestion and regeneration.
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