Why Men Should Be Eating Berries Daily

'Eating strawberries, blueberries, blackcurrants and blackberries can significantly reduce risk of developing Parkinson's disease in men, suggest researchers.


In a study by British and U.S. experts, men who ate the fruits along with other foods rich in flavonoids such as, tea, apples and red wine were found to be 40 per cent less likely to develop the brain disease.


A diet rich in phytochemicals from berries could help improve brain health in several ways, such as improving communication pathways and protecting against oxidative stress.


And those who ate berries at least once a week could cut their risk of developing the disease by a quarter compared with those who never ate them.' 

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Berries for Better Health

'At our house, the arrival of fresh berries always is an anticipated event, whether we’re gathering wild berries, harvesting our own fresh from the garden, or buying them at our local farmers’ market or favorite store. Eaten just as they are, berries are exceptionally delicious, with all the appeal of a snack food—just rinse and eat. When the summer sun brings their flavor to peak perfection, fresh-picked berries are undoubtedly one of the highlights of summer foods. 

And whether used fresh in salads or cooked in recipes from appetizers to desserts, berries make just about any food taste better. As the crown jewels of summer, berries contain some of nature’s most powerful antioxidants for a host of health benefits, such as lowering the risk of certain cancers and heart disease, and strengthening your body’s natural defenses.' 


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