Healthy Food Database

Berries
A great source of cancer-fighting antioxidants, berries are considered by many as superfoods, including cranberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries and cherries. For more information see individual fruit listings.
Category: Fruit
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Buy berries from the supermarket or greengrocer, or fresh frozen containers of mixed berries from the freezer section of the supermarket.
To Store:
Lay on a plate lined with absorbent paper and store in the fridge for a few days. Cover with plastic wrap.
Tips & Tricks:
Berries freeze very well. Remove any stalks or leaves and freeze whole. Do not wash beforehand. Freeze in plastic containers. Serve at room temperature.
Cooking Tips:
Add a handful to a smoothie, on top of muesli or use for a healthy batch of muffins.

Nutrition per 0.5 Cup:

Energy (kJ):
81
Protein (g):
1.3
Saturated Fat, g :
0.0
Antioxidants:
Salicylates:
High
Carbohydrates, g:
2.4
Fat (g):
0.1
Vitamin C:
Amines:
Low
Glutamates:
n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Cold and Flus
Premature Aging
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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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