Berries
Rich in anthocyanins; Norwegian men eating berries more than 14 times/month were significantly more likely to be alive after four decades of follow-up.
Active Compounds
Bioactive compounds found in Berries, based on research from longevity science.
- Anthocyanins
Source: How Not to Age
- Resveratrol
Resveratrol, a compound present in the skin of red grapes and berries.; Stilbenes, which are primarily found in the skin of red grapes and other dark berries
Source: How We Age
- Ellagitannins
Urolithin A is a microbiome metabolite of ellagitannins (which are naturally present in berries)
Source: How We Age
- Antioxidants
Natural compounds, such as those found in berries and in green tea, have been described as antioxidants
Source: How We Age
- Quercetin
Quercetin is enriched in apples, berries, broccoli, cabbage, capers, cauliflower, cherries, citrus fruits, coriander, honey, nuts, red onions, tea
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- Proanthocyanidins
Source: Young Forever
Health Benefits
Health conditions and aging processes that Berries may influence, based on the source research.
Reduces Risk Of
- Aging
Norwegian study: men eating berries 14+ times/month were significantly more likely to be alive after 4 decades.
Source: How Not to Age
- Parkinson's disease
A Harvard study of 130,000 people found that people who eat more berries do appear to have a significantly lower risk of developing Parkinson's; Berry anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins had neuroprotective effects in cellular models of Parkinson's disease. Those who consumed the most berries appeared to have about 25 percent lower risk.
Source: How Not to Die
- Cognitive decline
Berries improve memory ability
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- Colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer reversal with berries
Source: How Not to Die
- Heart disease
Berries and prevention of heart disease
Source: How Not to Die
Protects Against
- High blood sugar
Berries reduce postprandial insulin responses to wheat and rye breads in healthy women. Berry polyphenols may decrease glucose uptake and transport by human intestinal cells.
Source: How Not to Die
Biological Mechanisms
How Berries works at a cellular level.
- PromotesIncreases Endothelial Progenitor Cells
- PromotesLowers Postprandial Glycemia
Berry polyphenols inhibit alpha-amylase in vitro
- PromotesReduces inflammation
Berries have anti-inflammatory influence
- PromotesBoosts immune function
Berries provide immune boost
Tips & Recommendations
Dr. Greger's Daily Dozen checklist for optimal nutrition
Source: How Not to Die
Recipes with Berries
Sources
- How Not to Age
- How We Age
- Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
- Young Forever
- How Not to Die