{"id":89917,"date":"2013-07-10T07:00:06","date_gmt":"2013-07-10T12:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=89917"},"modified":"2013-07-09T12:58:34","modified_gmt":"2013-07-09T17:58:34","slug":"berry-bliss-4-ways-to-boost-your-antioxidant-intake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/07\/berry-bliss-4-ways-to-boost-your-antioxidant-intake\/","title":{"rendered":"Berry Bliss: 4 Ways to Boost Your Antioxidant Intake"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Janis Jibrin, M.S., R.D., Best Life lead nutritionist<\/em><\/p>\n

My phytonutrient intake is pretty good year-round, but it skyrockets in the summer thanks to strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. That\u2019s the time these antioxidant-packed berries are in season, and, finally, affordable!<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s why I love each of these berries.<\/p>\n

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Blueberries<\/strong>. One of nature\u2019s most potent antioxidants\u2014anthocyanins<\/a><\/strong>\u2014give these berries their purple-blue color. They\u2019ve been shown to help fight age-related declines in memory and cognition, plus they help keep arteries clear. They\u2019re also delicious\u2014plain, in a crisp, or in these ultra-healthy waffles<\/a><\/strong>. This recipe calls for frozen berries, but now that blueberries are in season, you can sub in fresh berries, which will be sweeter and more tender.<\/p>\n

Blackberries<\/strong>. A cup of blackberries covers half your manganese needs, a mineral that is critical for healthy bones, acts as an antioxidant, and has a hand in producing brain chemicals. Like blueberries, they also contain anthocyanins, as well as a number of other phytonutrients. Try them in this recipe<\/a><\/strong>, which proves that yes, dessert can be healthy.<\/p>\n

Raspberries<\/strong>. With 8 grams of fiber and just 65 calories per cup, you\u2019d be hard-pressed to find another fruit offering quite the fiber bang for the calories. They\u2019re also rich in ellagic acid, which has been shown to protect against a variety of cancers. Pair them with soymilk<\/a><\/strong> for a high-calcium, power drink.<\/p>\n

Strawberries<\/strong>. Not only do these berries douse you with 120 percent of the daily value for vitamin C per cup, but they also contain many of the same phytonutrients as the berries above. Combine strawberries with other vitamin-C- and phytonutrient-rich foods, like these Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries<\/a><\/strong>, and you can skip your vitamin tablet for the day!<\/p>\n

What\u2019s your favorite way to enjoy berries?<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

10 Foods for Better Brain Health<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Your Guide to Red, White, and Blue Foods<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Summery Peach Caprese Salad is Simple Yet Refined<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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