The Amazing Benefits of Berries in Super Fruit Global Blend (Part 1)

Dr. Mehmet Oz sang the praises of berries in his recent TIME Magazine cover story: "Berries are increasingly seen as having a profound impact against age-related diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular illness, diabetes and mental decline, thanks to their high levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties." Global Blend and XypStix both contain juices and extracts from blueberries, blackberries, goji berries (discussed elsewhere), seabuckthorn, cranberries, raspberries, wild bilberries, and strawberries. The pigments that give berries their beautiful colors are also good for your health. Berries contain phytochemicals and flavonoids that have amazing antioxidant properties. Blueberries contain a substance that may prevent bladder infections. Blueberries also contain lutein, which is important for healthy vision. All berries are an excellent source of natural fiber to lower cravings and fill you up so you don't feel hungry. Here's the first in a 2-part series featuring blueberries, bilberries, and sea buckthorn. This is a rundown of the specific health research readily available with a quick PubMed or Wiki search. Bilberries A European cousin to the blueberry with all the amazing health benefits of blueberries and in addition exceptional research related to healthy vision and night vision. Miyake S, et al. "Vision preservation during retinal inflammation by anthocyanin-rich bilberry extract: cellular and molecular mechanism." Lab Invest. 2011 Sep 5. Takikawa M, et al. "Dietary anthocyanin-rich bilberry extract ameliorates hyperglycemia and insulin sensitivity via activation of AMP-activated protein kinase in diabetic mice." J Nutr. 2010 Mar;140(3):527-33. Epub 2010 Jan 20. Fursova AZh, et al. "Dietary supplementation with bilberry extract prevents macular degeneration and cataracts in senesce-accelerated OXYS rats." Adv Gerontol. 2005;16:76-9. Blueberries • The highest antioxidant capacity of all fresh fruit. • Reduce free radicals which can affect disease and aging in the body. • Help strengthen immunity. • May help reduce belly fat. • Help promote urinary tract health. • Help preserve vision. • Support brain health and help slow mental decline. • Support cardiovascular health. • Prevent constipation and improve digestion. • Inhibit cancer cell growth. • Keep you you fresh, active, fit, and sharp. • Great anti depressants. Here's a review of the research: Srivastava A, et al. (April 2007). "Effect of anthocyanin fractions from selected cultivars of Georgia-grown blueberries on apoptosis and phase II enzymes". J Agric Food Chem. 55 (8): 3180-5. Schmidt BM, et al. (January 2006). "Differential effects of blueberry proanthocyanidins on androgen sensitive and insensitive human prostate cancer cell lines". Cancer Lett. 231 (2): 240-6. Yi W, et al. (September 2005). "Phenolic compounds from blueberries can inhibit colon cancer cell proliferation and induce apoptosis". J Agric Food Chem. 53 (18): 7320-9. Russell WR et al. (June 2007). "Availability of blueberry phenolics for microbial metabolism in the colon and the potential inflammatory implications". Mol Nutr Food Res. 51 (6): 726-31. Russell WR et al. (June 2007). "Availability of blueberry phenolics for microbial metabolism in the colon and the potential inflammatory implications". Mol Nutr Food Res. 51 (6): 726-31. Rimando AM, et al. (July 2004). "Resveratrol, pterostilbene, and piceatannol in vaccinium berries". J Agric Food Chem. 52 (15): 4713-9. Kalt W, et al. (October 2001). "Interspecific variation in anthocyanins, phenolics, and antioxidant capacity among genotypes of highbush and lowbush blueberries (Vaccinium section cyanococcus spp.)". J Agric Food Chem. 49 (10): 4761-7. Sweeney MI, et al. (December 2002). "Feeding rats diets enriched in lowbush blueberries for six weeks decreases ischemia-induced brain damage". Nutr Neurosci. 5 (6): 427-31. Wang Y, et al. (May 2005). "Dietary supplementation with blueberries, spinach, or spirulina reduces ischemic brain damage". Exp Neurol. 193 (1): 75-84. "Philip E. Marucci Center for Blueberry & Cranberry Research & Extension". Aesop.rutgers.edu. 2009-12-01. Retrieved 2009-12-06. Kalt W, et al. (July 2008). "Effect of blueberry feeding on plasma lipids in pigs". Br J Nutr. 100 (1): 70-8. Kalea AZ, et al. (February 2006). "Wild blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium) consumption affects the composition and structure of glycosaminoglycans in Sprague-Dawley rat aorta". J Nutr Biochem. 17 (2): 109-16. Robert Krikorian, et al. (2010). "Blueberry Supplementation Improves Memory in Older Adults". J Agric Food Chem. 58 (7): 3996-4000. Sea Buckthorn • An herbal folk remedy used to relieve cough, aid digestion, invigorate blood circulation, and alleviate pain. • For its blood-purifying and anti-inflammatory effects, the fruit is added to medications for pulmonary, gastrointestinal, cardiac, blood and metabolic disorders in Indian, Chinese and Tibetan medicines.Zeb A (2006). "Anticarcinogenic potential of lipids from Hippophae-evidence from the recent literature". Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 7 (1): 32-5. Zeb, A. (2004). "Important therapeutic uses of sea buckthorn (Hippophae): a review". J Biol Sci 4 (5): 687-693. Teng BS, Lu YH, Wang ZT, Tao XY, Wei DZ (Sep 2006). "In vitro anti-tumor activity of isorhamnetin isolated from Hippophae rhamnoides L. against BEL-7402 cells". Pharmacol Res. 54 (3): 186-94. Jain M, Ganju L, Katiyal A, Padwad Y, Mishra KP, Chanda S, Karan D, Yogendra KM, Sawhney RC (2008). "Effect of Hippophae rhamnoides leaf extract against Dengue virus infection in human blood-derived macrophages". Phytomedicine 15 (10): 793-9. ACTION STEPS: 1. Make a note of the health challenges associated with each berry and keep a copy of this article for those who suffer from those health challenges. 2. Take a moment to look up one of these fruits on Wikipedia or PubMed.org so you can see for yourself how much excellent research is done on the solid benefits of Super Fruit. Modify your personal story about Super Fruit Global Blend accordingly. http://www.xyngular.com/lrivera