Berries battle blood pressure and more
Categories: Nutrition & Supplements
I love berries, which makes it my pleasure to report on any health benefit they so scrumptiously offer.
According to a recent study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, eating just five ounces of mixed berries a day can lower blood pressure and thin the blood, thus reducing the risk of blood clots and strokes. Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are at their peak right now, so why not pick some up and get your dose of potent antioxidants. Woman's Day magazine (July 8, 2008) offers these yummy snack ideas.
Want more on the benefits of berries. Check out this article.
According to a recent study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, eating just five ounces of mixed berries a day can lower blood pressure and thin the blood, thus reducing the risk of blood clots and strokes. Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are at their peak right now, so why not pick some up and get your dose of potent antioxidants. Woman's Day magazine (July 8, 2008) offers these yummy snack ideas.
- Make a colorful parfait. Spoon alternating layers of fat-free strawberry yogurt and mixed berries into a parfait glass. Top with shaved almonds or chopped walnuts.
- Sweeten iced tea with berry juice. Add a splash of raspberry, black currant, or cranberry juice to a glass of homemade unsweetened iced tea.
- Satisfy a sweet tooth. Drop some raspberries in a bowl and drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
Want more on the benefits of berries. Check out this article.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Joey 7-21-2008 @ 7:27AM
yummy! I love parfait. I myself love yogurt. I buy massive quantity at wholesale stores for myself and my parents too.
BTW, I recently discovered That's Fit! and I love your blog; probably because I love food.
I notice there aren't too many comment posts here, I'd assume not too many people are ... disciplined... to change their ways of eating, but I love the suggestions and new ideas I read in the last week.
Keep it up!
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