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Berries are AWESOME!
What are the features of berries?
- They a mess free! No cutting or peeling necessary!
- Easy to transport and pack up as a snack
- They have the least sugar of any of the fruits
- Can make up part of your 2 servings of fruit for the day, 150gm=1 serve
- They are super yummy!!!
- They are low in calories
100gm strawberries = 33 calories
100gm Timtams = 514 calories
What would you choose? Berries or Biscuits?
What are the Health Benefits of berries?
- Berries are packed high in anti-oxidants, which help you to reduce the affects of ageing
- They have been show to improve cardiovascular health by
- decreasing blood pressure through reducing plaque build up on arteries
- increase burning of LDLs(bad cholesterol)
- Diabetes sufferers are able to improve their glucose metabolism
- Berries are a great source of fibre which is good for gut health
Enjoy your berries as a snack instead of a biscuit!
Have a great day! And think about what could help you to Move, Feel and Perform Better?
Reference: Basu, A et al. (2010) Berries: emerging impact on cardiovascular health, Nutrition Review.
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