Thursday, August 20, 2009

Blueberries...

Blueberries and strawberries are the key to living a long and healthy life. 
As it turns out these 2 fruits particulary blueberries are among natures most powerful antioxidant compounds.  According to a recent laboratory analysis of 40 fruits and vegetables by the US Dept of Agriculture. 
Antioxidants work by neutralizing unstable free radicals - oxygen molecules that can be produced by environmental pollutants as well as the body's own metabolism. It is believed by eating a diet rich in antioxidants it may be possible to prevent cancer, heart disease and other ailments.
They are super vitamins filld with dozens of other disease-preventing substances.
(article courtesy of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)    xo Ginny

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