Cranberries: They are widely used in treating urinary tract infections. Again, the anthocyanin compounds give this fruit its powerful health benefits. Tart cherries: Studies showed that anthocyanins and cyanidin compounds in cherries inhibited the inflammatory pathways and hence were beneficial in treating arthritis and gout. Blueberries: Blueberries are among the most researched berries for their high antioxidant capacity. It is particularly significant in protecting against age-related brain deterioration and maintaining nerve health. Blackberries: Rich in anthocyanin compounds namely cyanidin-3-O-beta-D-glucoside. Also called as C3G, this is one of the potent antioxidant with high ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) values. Blackberries are recommended for promoting heart and blood vessel health. Strawberries: They are rich anthocyanin compounds like cyanidins, perlargonidins, procyanidins, and host of other antioxidant chemicals. They are touted for their anti-cancer effects. The more colorful your plate, the greater the disease protection A growing body of evidence indicate that diverse and vibrant hues offer the best protection against numerous degenerative conditions like heart problems, diabetes, stroke, dementia, cancer, hypertension plus much more. This is simply because the natural pigments present in the berries impart the color and are also responsible for the health benefits. The pigments differ in their therapeutic effects ranging from anti-inflammatory to antioxidant to anti-aging effects. Generally speaking, researchers suggest that more deeply colored a fruit or vegetable are higher in disease-protecting ability. - See more at: naturalhealth365/tag/food-news#sthash.7GHFE453.dpuf
Posted on: Sat, 21 Sep 2013 22:59:58 +0000
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