We all love berry colours. They are fresh, bright, feminine and delicious. Have you ever wondered, however, what do these dazzling red, blue, purple and orange mean?
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| Blueberries |
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| Mulberries |
Berries with a bright blue or purple hue such as blackberries and blueberries contain high volume of phytochemicals, anthocyanins and phenolics. These help our body lower the risk of some cancers and are good for urinary tract health, memory function and healthy aging.
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| Cape gooseberries |
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| Hawthorn Berries |
Yellow or orange berries are usually rich in Vitamin C and other nutrition such as the phytonutrients, carotenoids and bioflavonoids. These are beneficial for heart and vision health. They also help build a healthy immune system and lower the risk of some cancers. Cape gooseberries are the popular member in this family.
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| Cranberries |
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| Cherries |
Red is the most recognisable and common colour for berries. This often means richness in phytonutrients lycopene and anthocyanins. Between them, they promote heart and urinary tract health, memory function and a lower risk of some cancers. The representatives of this family include cherries, cranberries, raspberries, and strawberries.
[Eat Colourfully]
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