Berries for Better Health

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'At our house, the arrival of fresh berries always is an anticipated event, whether we’re gathering wild berries, harvesting our own fresh from the garden, or buying them at our local farmers’ market or favorite store. Eaten just as they are, berries are exceptionally delicious, with all the appeal of a snack food—just rinse and eat. When the summer sun brings their flavor to peak perfection, fresh-picked berries are undoubtedly one of the highlights of summer foods. 

And whether used fresh in salads or cooked in recipes from appetizers to desserts, berries make just about any food taste better. As the crown jewels of summer, berries contain some of nature’s most powerful antioxidants for a host of health benefits, such as lowering the risk of certain cancers and heart disease, and strengthening your body’s natural defenses.' 


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