Which berry was recommended to support
memory on a recent episode of The Dr. Oz Show?
A. Blueberry
B. Goji berry
C. Blackberry
D. Lignon berry
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The Answer: Goji berry
The Answer: Goji Berry
Nelson Dellis, two time USA Memory
Champion, appeared on the 10/26/12
episode. Mr. Dellis shared that his favorite food to support
memory is goji berries.
Goji berries are high in beta carotene,
which is also found in carrots, and they are higher in vitamin C than
oranges playing a role in fighting the aging of the brain. B vitamins
in goji berries also help to keep homocysteine levels down which
plays a role in brain health.
Dr. Oz says eat at least 5 tablespoons
of goji berries daily. Add goji berries to salads and yogurt or snack
on them straight from the bag. [I love goji berries on my oatmeal.]
Blueberry
On the 5/16/12
episode, Dr. Oz recommended blueberry leaf tea to combat
diarrhea. Blueberry leaf tea removes mucus from the intestines which
can lead to diarrhea. He cautions if diarrhea has already set in then
blueberry tea will make it worse.
One handful of dried blueberries equals
one serving of fruit and provides a dose of antioxidants, discussed
on the 5/30/12
episode. Reach for dried fruit when you crave hard candy. Bring
them with in a travel cup, they make great snacks for kids.
Blackberry
Blackberries are just plain yummy!
NutritionData.Self.com
says blackberries are a good source of Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol),
Folate, Magnesium, Potassium and Copper, and a very good source of
Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K and Manganese.
Lignon Berry
Dr. Oz talked about lignon berries on
the 10/5/11
episode, How Old Is Your Skin.
With 30% more antioxidants than
blueberries it has the highest antioxidants of all berries. The
lingonberry hails from Scandinavia, is not widely know in the United
States but it is gaining popularity with its power-packed
antioxidants. It's a distant cousin to cranberry and, according to
Dr. Oz is believed to support normal blood sugar levels, reduce
cholesterol, is a natural antibiotic and may fight cancer cells. The
flavor is similar to pomegranate and blueberry together.
Lignon berries have become more popular
recently though it may still be hard to find. I've only seen them in
jam/jelly in stores.
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