Healthiest Fruits: Acai, Goji, and More
10 Summery Superfruits
Boost your defenses against disease by mixing antioxidant-packed produce, like acai, guava, and seaberries, into meals and snacks
By
Hollis Templeton
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While the word “superfruit” is based more in marketing than science—no single exotic juice blend is a magic bullet for better health—some fruits have more disease-fighting compounds than others. Superfruits are typically those richer in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and unique plant chemicals, and consuming a variety of them may lower your risk for cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Paul Gross, PhD, author of Superfruits and also known as the “Berry Doctor,” suggests these antioxidant-packed wonders and offers suggestions for how to incorporate them into your diet.
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