# Red and orange streaks

**URL:** <https://discuss.huel.com/t/red-and-orange-streaks/3308>\
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**Created:** [July 28, 2016, 12:00pm UTC](https://discuss.huel.com/t/red-and-orange-streaks/3308 "2016-07-28T12:00:05Z")\
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**Author:** ![Gulliver\_Huel](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/discuss.huel.com/gulliver_huel/32/1029_2.png) [@Gulliver\_Huel](https://discuss.huel.com/u/Gulliver_Huel)\
**Post date:** [July 28, 2016, 12:07pm UTC](https://discuss.huel.com/t/red-and-orange-streaks/3308/2 "2016-07-28T12:07:51Z")

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In huel 2.0, we have added natural phytonutrients lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants which both have a role in eye health as well as lycopene, a carotenoid associated with reducing the risk of some cancers and partly responsible for the red colour in tomatoes. This is what is giving your Huel a slight red colour, but don’t worry, it is adding significant benefits to your health.

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