I love berries and I know they are good for me, but here’s a few things I didn’t know about them.
Blueberries: Besides all the antioxidant goodness of these berries, did you know that eating a cup of blueberries every day can support healthy blood pressure. And while you’re at it, reduce your fine lines, redness and flaking skin. (Univ. or Hawaii researchers). Delphinidin speeds up the formation of collagen and elastin.
Blackberries: These little gems can prompt your brain to release natural melatonin….great for sleep support. Try a few before bed.
Strawberries: For when you want to wake up! Strawberries have compounds which coax muscle and brain cells to burn fatty acids for fuel which in turn should give you more energy.
Boysenberries: Not as commonly found but they should be. These berries can help with aches and pains because of their anti-inflammatory components.
Cherries: Did you know they can ease tension and anxiety. Go for the darker cherries. They have more of the anthocyanins which calm the anxiety center of the brain.
Red Currants: The fruits’ acids can energize the appetite-control center of the brain and help curb hunger pangs.
Moral of the story, eat more berries!! And since Strawberries and Cherries are on the “Dirty Dozen” (fruits and veggies that are generally exposed to pesticides and toxins), be sure to get organic.
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