Berries are small yet nutrient-packed fruits that are delicious and have bioactive compounds that offer a multitude of health benefits.
As per a range of studies by the National Library of Medicine, berries like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cranberries are loaded with benefits.
The study highlights that phytochemicals such as anthocyanins, quercetin, and caffeic acid found in berries possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help protect brain cells from oxidative stress and inflammation.
And, the high antioxidant content in berries contributes to these protective effects by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the cardiovascular system.
And another study highlights that berries rich in anthocyanins have demonstrated anti-obesity and anti-diabetic effects.
This piece of information explores 9 types of berries, the diseases they can fight, and other benefits.
