Superfruits

Not only do blueberries have high levels of fiber, but they are also rich in Vitamins E and K. By eating blueberries on a regular basis you can get your vitamin requirements and keep your digestive tract on track. Their rich antioxidant levels also help to reduce the free radicals in your system helping to fight aging and helping to give you more energy. Manganese is another area where blueberries are quite rich, often noted for helping to fight certain types of cancer as well as cardiovascular disease.


Raspberries are a superfruit not only because of their high antioxidant value and extra vitamins but also because of their Iron content. The iron in raspberries helps to ensure that your blood levels stay good in order to stave off anemia. This increases your energy level and keeps you from feeling run down.


A more exotic fruit which, in addition to its typical superfruit benefits, is known to help your brain function. This added activity can help prevent Alzheimer's disease, and may be just what you are looking for when you are trying to remember where you put your keys.

Other superfruits worthy of mention are coconuts, grapes, mangosteens, grapefruits, watermelons, pineapples, mangoes, and aronia berries.

• Are high in antioxidants
• Have high vitamin content
• Give you the most “bang for your buck” meaning you get lots of vitamins for very little caloric intake
• Help you fight off infection
• Help keep your body in balance
• Are fairly easy to come by
• Can be eaten in things or all on their own
• Are one of the highest value dietary items you can add to your eating habits
• Help reduce your risk of heart attack, diabetes and other lifelong problems

Superfruits are meant to be something you can easily add to your diet. They are not hard to find and even putting a handful of blueberries in your morning yogurt or oatmeal can make a difference. Many people forget to eat fruit in general and if you have to make the effort, eating superfruits gets you the most value possible. Antioxidants help your body process everything more efficiently. This pays off in your energy level as well as in how you feel.

Superfruits have always been around. It has taken until recently for people to understand all these little fruits could do for your health, but that does not mean they haven’t always been working on your behalf. If you are already eating superfruits, maybe just add a few more to your diet and see if you see a difference.