Fruit and vegetables that are rich in colour contain high levels of vitamins such as vitamin C, folate and beta-carotene. They also contain hundreds of colourful phytochemicals that act as antioxidants, which help reduce damage to cells caused by free radicals.
As a result, fruit and vegetables can help protect against a whole host of health problems, including heart disease, certain cancers and even premature ageing. For runners, eating more fruit and vegetables means you’ll be getting more of the nutrients you need to support your running.