Kathy has a Master of Science degree in clinical nutrition and works for the Program in Preventive of Cardiology and Community Nutrition as a Registered Dietitian and is a member in the Heart Care Culinary Team. She is an instructor at Schoolcraft College's Culinary Arts Program teaching the chefs of tomorrow about nutritious, delicious food preparation. Eating blueberries may be your answer. According to studies conducted at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Center on Aging at Tufts University, blueberries are ranked number one in antioxidant activity when compared with 40 other commercially available fruits and vegetables. Antioxidants are substances naturally occurring in fruits and vegetables that neutralize free radicals.
Free radicals destroy cells and promote disease.
Although antioxidants are available in tablet form, recent research indicates that it is best to get your antioxidants primarily from fruits and vegetables, rather than supplements. One half cup of blueberries delivers as much antioxidant power as 5 serving of other fruits and vegetables such as apples, broccoli, carrots, peas and squash. Native Americans consider blueberries a favorite dish. Top your favorite frozen yogurt with blueberries Put on pancakes, waffles and French toast Blend into smoothies and shakes Add a cup of blueberries to your favorite muffins. We love how they jazz up our cornmeal muffins.