Experts in the field of healthy eating called the 8 most useful for human berry. They are rich in ingredients that enhance health in a variety of its aspects.
Blueberries are an excellent source of vitamin K. one Cup of blueberries or 148g 84 calories, 3.6 g fiber, 24% of the daily required dose (SND) of vitamin C, 36% SND vitamin K, 25% SND magnesium. Blueberries contain polyphenols and anthocyanins that reduce oxidative stress and protect the heart.
Per serving raspberry of 123 g 64 calories, 8 g fiber, 54% SND vitamin C, 12% SND vitamin K, 41% SND magnesium. Raspberry also contains polyphenols called ellagitannins that reduce oxidative stress. These berries increase the level of the hormone leptin, causing a feeling of satiety.
28 grams of Goji berries 22 calories, 2.2 g fiber, 9% SND vitamin C, 50% SND vitamin A, 28% copper. Goji berries contain zeaxanthin, very important for eye health. It prevents the deterioration of vision caused by aging.
In 152 grams of strawberries 49 calories, 93 grams of fiber, 150% SND vitamin C and 29% SND magnesium. It is invaluable berries to protect the heart, they reduce a number of risk factors for cardiovascular disease, including cholesterol, triglycerides and oxidative stress, also reduce inflammation and control blood sugar levels.
Cranberries or blueberries has a younger sister blueberries. 100 grams 42 calories, 4.9 g fiber, 24% of SND of vitamin C. Many scientific studies have proven the ability of blueberry to reduce the level of inflammation, and the juice of these berries reduces the risk of heart disease or metabolic syndrome.
Acai berries 100 g contains 70 calories, 2 g fibre, 15% SND vitamin A. It is one of the best sources of polyphenols, acai berry 10 times more antioxidants than blueberries.
The cranberry is full of polyphenols, but they are contained in the peel, so cranberry juice is not so useful. 110 g of cranberries 51 calories, 5.1 g fiber, 24% SND vitamin C, 20% SND magnesium. Some chemicals in these berries prevent infection with E. coli.
Completes our list of grapes, 150 g of which 104 calories, 1.4 g fiber, 27% SND vitamin C and 28% SND vitamin K. the Peel and seeds of grapes – an excellent source of polyphenols. The seeds can be used to extract polyphenols that reduce blood pressure and heart rhythm. (READ MORE)