{"id":23332,"date":"2022-04-06T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kcallife.com\/meal-plans\/?p=23332"},"modified":"2024-07-03T08:43:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T08:43:37","slug":"the-low-down-on-why-berries-are-awesome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kcallife.com\/blog\/the-low-down-on-why-berries-are-awesome\/","title":{"rendered":"The Low Down On Why Berries Are Awesome"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Our little superfood series features several hero ingredients used at Kcal, and are generally good to stock up in your refrigerator and pantry. From the might chia seed, we move on to everyone\u2019s favourite berries. The term \u2018berry\u2019 in botany represents a fleshy fruit stemming from a single flower with no pit. In common language, a berry is just a small edible fruit. Before we go on to talk about its many benefits, here\u2019s a few fruits (and vegetables) that are <em>actually<\/em> berries.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>&#8211; Banana<\/li>\n<li>&#8211; Cucumber<\/li>\n<li>&#8211; Kiwi<\/li>\n<li>&#8211; Avocado<\/li>\n<li>&#8211; Tomato<\/li>\n<li>&#8211; Coffee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Surprised that your favourite strawberries and blackberries don\u2019t feature on this list? We were too!<\/p>\n<p>Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and mulberries are actually aggregate berries because they contain multiple fruits within a single fruit, so they\u2019re not true berries. Sounds crazy, right?<\/p>\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve got all the technical stuff out of the way, let\u2019s take a deep dive into why berries (as we know them) are the perfect ingredient to include within your food palate.<\/p>\n<h5>VIF: Very Inclusive Fruit<\/h5>\n<p>Berries can be enjoyed by everyone across all types of lifestyle plans. Though people on low-carb and ketogenic meal plans tend to avoid fruit, berries in moderation are always a good idea. They make for the perfect low-calorie snack, satisfy all sugar cravings with ease and are loaded in fibre, making them perfect for gut and overall health.<\/p>\n<h5>Bye-bye, Inflammation<\/h5>\n<p>High in antioxidants, berries contain compound nutrients that help reduce your risk of disease. High-strung, modern lifestyles often lead to long-term inflammation, increasing your risk of heart disease, obesity and diabetes. Antioxidants in berries lower your body\u2019s inflammatory markers, helping keep you fit, energised and healthy.<\/p>\n<h5>Hello, Glowing Skin<\/h5>\n<p>Another great reason to eat berries is that they control the release of free radicals\u2014one of the leading causes of skin damage that cause ageing. Studies indicate that antioxidants in berries protect the skin by keeping collagen levels intact, leaving you with soft, supple and radiant skin all day long.<\/p>\n<h5>You\u2019ll Be Berry Smart<\/h5>\n<p>Extensive research suggests eating berries can delay cognitive impairment by around 2.5 years. Because they are high in flavonoids, berries can help improve the brain\u2019s learning and memory centres. In short, say hello to a sharper brain!<\/p>\n<h5>Goes On EVERYTHING!<\/h5>\n<p>Undeniably delicious, berries can be eaten as they are or added to a variety of ingredients to produce tasty treats for everyone to enjoy. Add them to your granola breakfast bowl, serve them atop your favourite salad or blend them into your favourite smoothie\u2014the options to enjoy these delectable fruits are endless. Even when added to baked goods or frozen, berries retain their nutrient levels, making them ideal to snack on whenever you need a little sweet treat. If you\u2019re looking for a way to incorporate them in your daily meals, why not try this Mixed Berry Parfait?<\/p>\n<h5>Mixed Berry Parfait (Serves 4)<\/h5>\n<h6>Ingredients<\/h6>\n<p>2 to 3 cups of mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries)<\/p>\n<p>4 cups of plain yoghurt (dairy-free if you\u2019re allergic)<\/p>\n<p>Granola (gluten-free granola works)<\/p>\n<h6>Method<\/h6>\n<p>Wash, dry and cut the berries into bite-sized pieces, if needed<\/p>\n<p>In a parfait glass or bowl, spoon a layer of yoghurt and top with berries and granola<\/p>\n<p>Repeat layering the bowl or glass and top with a final layer of granola<\/p>\n<p>Chill and enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our little superfood series features several hero ingredients used at Kcal, and are generally good to stock up in your refrigerator and pantry. From the might chia seed, we move on to everyone\u2019s favourite berries. 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