New study indicates berries could keep you sharper longer

[peacenik]

Everyone knows that you lose memory as you age, at least to a certain degree. A new study indicates that eating lots of berries could help postpone or reduce the effects of aging on the memory and cognitive ability.

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[hunysukle]

This doesn't surprise me because I remember hearing that blueberries can help improve one's memory. Most berries are antioxidants, which prevent aging as they destroy free radicals. I love berries and want to start eating them on a daily basis.

 

[Hyacinth]

I think I have read a report on similar topic. I am just not sure if the research mentioned in that article and the one posted here are one and the same. I can't remember. I caught the report on a site dedicated to the older population.

 

[Somniate]

I've read a lot of studies like this... It gives me an excuse to gobble up an entire box of strawberries, though! Do raspberries have this benefit too? I would assume they do, since they're berries as well...

 

[Victor Leigh]

I think we have to get fresh berries to get the full benefit. Processed berries like those in jams would have nothing much left except for the color and taste.

 

[dissn_it]

I knew that berries were good for you but I didn't know they could help reduce memory loss. It is a good thing I like eating berries!
It sounds like the study only used blueberries and strawberries and odds are they only used whole berries in the study.

 

[Parker]

Interesting. The only type of berries that I like are raspberries. I especially like them in smoothies. This news is an excellent excuse to enjoy a smoothie everyday

 

[peacenik]

The study actually mentioned blueberries and strawberries as being the most effective but that's because those are the two berries most frequently eaten by those that they studied.

 

[amy71219]

I hadn't heard this but it makes a lot of sense because berries are full of antioxidants. I love berries and so do my kids so it's a great reason to keep eating them!

 

[lettuce]

You can't rely on diet alone to save your brain. It's important to work your mind daily on a variety of new and challenging puzzles.

 

[CityGirlLuv]

It's awesome that it applies to strawberries as that's the only berry I like. I wish I could get into the taste of blueberries because I find them beautiful. Raspberries are too bitter for me to like.

 

[artistry]

I have heard that blueberries help your health in very good ways. I like blueberries, so they will be easy to incorporate into my diet. Just have to remember to buy some. "o)

 

[xtinguish]

Everyone knows that you lose memory as you age, at least to a certain degree. A new study indicates that eating lots of berries could help postpone or reduce the effects of aging on the memory and cognitive ability.

That's great news!! I love all sorts of berries from blueberries to strawberries!
The only unfortunate thing is that they cost a quite a bit of money.

 

[Isabellas2007]

This is great news! With as many berries as my kids eat they will really reap the benefits! I try to eat some berries, but by the time I reach the frig my kids have cleaned them all out!

 

[BonnyC]

I love strawberries and blueberries are delicious when they're frozen. I'll have to make sure I eat more of these because my memory is terrible. I'm just 29, too! I should probably let my mom know, her memory is 10x worse than mine.

 

[artistry]

I heard today that engaging in stimulating conversations will improve your memory and keep you agile of brain. So find someone to talk to, about whatever subject you choose.

 

[shaunche]

There have been a number of studies which concluded berries are good for the brain. I love eating berries, my favourite berries are blackberries, strawberries and blueberries. I either eat them on their own or with Greek yoghurt, yum!

 

[freshfoodie]

That is awesome since berries have so many other health benefits as well. They are a powerful food indeed. I eat tons of berries from blueberries to strawberries and I even have a bunch of bushes that I planted in the yard this year.

 

[Nina]

We throw some type of berries and almonds onto our cereal and salad every day. We figure they're full of nutrients. I do buy what's on sale at the market, however. So seasonal produce is what usually ends up in our tummies.

 

[Esperahol]

Berries help due to their antioxidents, however the brain works on a use it or loose it basis (like most of the body) so you should try some sort of engaging activities for 30-45 minutes a day if you want to retain your edge into the twilight years.