When it comes to health, berries have a fabulous reputation. They will benefit your memory and mental fitness. This is also why studies show that they play a big role in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

 

But what makes berries so beneficial? They have several different nutrients that play a role here.

 

 

 

These substances, which include vitamins A, C and E, protect cells from damage and possibly from disease. Berries are loaded with them.

 

 

 

Resveratrol is found in grapes and some other berries, as well as in red wine and dark chocolate. It may help lower inflammation, prevent clogged arteries, and offer cancer protection.

 

 

 

Flavonoids give berries their brilliant colors and may help protect against cancer, inflammation, and heart disease.

 

 

 

All these nutrients packed together will lead to multiple health improvements:

 

– The fiber in them slows the rate at which food moves through your GI tract and can decrease hunger. This can help keep your calorie intake in check.

 

– The antioxidants can reduce wrinkles and skin damage from free radicals even block the production of enzymes that break down collagen.

 

– The resveratrol has been shown to protect against cancer especially colon cancer, while also having beneficial effects against liver cancer cells.

 

– And lastly, better heart health and artery function because berries can prevent blood from clotting