Photo by Anna Tukhfatullina Food Photographer/Stylist

Photo: Anna Tukhfatullina Food Photographer/Stylist

Which berry is the healthiest?

Which Berry is Most Nutritious? They're all healthy choices, but the “best” distinction may well go to black raspberries, says dietitian Kathleen Johnson. A raspberry cousin with a deeper color, they provide very high antioxidant levels along with fiber and relatively little natural sugar.

hopkinsmedicine.org - Berry Good for Your Heart | Johns Hopkins Medicine

Is CoQ10 good for adrenal fatigue?

CoQ10 can help one to combat many of the symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue since it helps to keep the metabolism operating and it also ensures higher...

Last updated Mar 30, 2020

How long does it take to heal your gut naturally?

We recommend staying on the diet for at least 3-4 weeks as it will take about that long to “heal the gut.” Some patients may take up to 3 months to...

Last updated Sep 9, 2021

Strange purple cocktail removes 2.7lbs every 4 days

This effective juice jolts the metabolism, boosts energy and burns fat all day.

Learn More »

Promotion

When it comes to foods that both taste great and are great for your heart, it’s hard to beat the berry. Berries of all kinds are rich in antioxidants — substances found in certain foods that help fight cell damage. “Antioxidants work everywhere in the body, including the heart,” says Johns Hopkins registered dietitian Kathleen Johnson, M.A., R.D., L.D.N. They’re best consumed in real, whole foods — not supplements — especially colorful fruits and vegetables. Berries count among the most delicious and most versatile sources of these phytonutrients (plant-based chemical compounds). The various types of berries have slightly different qualities and amounts of these nutrients, so it’s great to mix them up in your diet. Just remember to eat berries in moderation, Johnson says, because they do contain sugar. “Fresh or frozen is better than dried,” he adds. “Dried berries have only 20 percent as many phytonutrients, and more sugar.”

Meet the best of the berry crop:

Blueberries

Although they contain more sugar than other berries (15 grams per cup, compared to 5 grams for raspberries), this easy-to-find berry contains many different types of phytonutrients. Buying and storage tips: When they’re in season (June to August), buy enough to freeze for later; adding some vitamin C powder first will keep them fresh even longer. Store fresh berries in the crisper section of your refrigerator and don’t rinse until you’re ready to use. Eating tips: “Put down the processed blueberry-flavored snacks and eat them whole,” Johnson says. Try adding a handful to a smoothie for sweetness.

Blackberries

“They’re kind of underplayed and underappreciated,” Johnson says. They’re also among the berries highest in antioxidants and fiber, and they have been less cultivated than blueberries, meaning what we eat today is closer to the fruit that once existed in the wild. Buying and storage tips: Like most berries, blackberries are seasonal in late spring and summer. Store them in the fridge, but not the crisper, and eat within a few days. Eating tips: Check farmers markets for blackberries’ close kin — the loganberry, boysenberry and marionberry. You can also buy these berries frozen and defrost them in the microwave to add to cereal or atop yogurt.

Strawberries

Their bright red color helps you “eat the rainbow,” an easy way to ensure you’ll consume a rich variety of nutrients. Buying and storage tips: Because strawberries rank No. 4 on the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list of foods high in pesticides, Johnson recommends springing for organics. “Washing berries doesn’t help because the pesticide is in the soil and grows into the berry itself, which also has no protective skin,” she explains. Look for berries that are red all over — no white — as they have more antioxidants and better taste.

Eating tips: Try slicing them onto green salads.

Other Great Berry Choices

Raspberries: These familiar favorites taste surprisingly sweet for berries so low in sugar (5 grams per cup). Cranberries: Many women know they’re helpful in warding off urinary tract infections; they’re also the berries lowest in sugar (4 grams per cup). Eat them whole, rather than as juice, which has all of the sugar (and often, more), none of the fiber and half the phytonutrients. Golden berries: Their yellow-gold color means they contain a slightly different nutrient package, Johnson says — and they make a berry salad look great!

Can you lose fat by just not eating?

Fasting for a certain number of hours each day or eating just one meal a couple days a week, can help your body burn fat. And scientific evidence...

Last updated Aug 19, 2020

How many cups of green tea a day for detox?

A green tea detox involves adding 3–6 cups (0.7–1.4 liters) of green tea to your daily diet for several weeks. Proponents claim that it can flush...

Last updated Aug 7, 2020

Purple mojito “devours” 57lbs of flab?

This effective juice jolts the metabolism, boosts energy and burns fat all day.

Learn More »

Promotion

What is the healthiest color of stool?

All shades of brown and even green are considered normal. Only rarely does stool color indicate a potentially serious intestinal condition. Stool...

Last updated Feb 3, 2021

How do I build my hemoglobin back up?

Eat iron-rich foods red meat, such as beef, pork, and poultry. dark leafy greens, such as spinach and kale. dried fruit, like raisins and apricots....

Last updated Aug 28, 2022

Common yard weed melts 60lbs of fat?

Made into a potent powdered supplement blended right into water or your favorite beverage to be appreciated as a scrumptious morning smoothy.

Learn More »

Promotion

How often should you poop?

How often should you poop. You don't need to poop every day to be regular. It's normal and healthy to have a bowel movement anywhere between three...

Last updated Oct 8, 2018

Traditional “juice” activates 24/7 fat-burning

A scrumptious morning smoothy based on the diets of among the healthiest, longest-living hamlet in the world.

Learn More »

Promotion

How long after waking up should I drink water?

Morning: You should drink at least 650 mL (3 cups) of water right after waking up. Build up your tolerance to drinking this much water day by day!...

Last updated May 26, 2021