Beautiful Berries

Berries have wonderful nutritional value, they have "high levels of phytochemicals — those naturally occurring nutrients that help protect cells from damage". Here are just some of the reasons why you should have berries in your diet.

• Berries keep you mentally sharp
• Berries help manage diabetes
• Berries might prevent Parkinson's
• Berries could boost heart health
• Berries for weight control
• Berries for low blood pressure
• Fight Cancer with berries
• Berries to help prevent Alzheimer's
• Berries help with urinary tract infections  

To read more on these, check out the link below.

Today, I introduced little Iggy to the world of berries. I pureed a batch of frozen blueberries for him. Nervous about the outcome, I fed him his first mouthful of pureed blueberries and watched.... he loved it, yeah! Do note that berries should not be introduced to babies too early. Iggy is now eight months and is ready for new types of food and fruits. 

Mamas, berries are great for you too. They have a high fiber and liquid content and helps us feel full for a while. This means you can stay slim by adding berries into your diet. Parfaits are a great way to add berries and nuts into your diet, as you start your day with a healthy breakfast.

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Resources:
http://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition-pictures/amazing-health-benefits-of-berries.aspx#/slide-1