Berry Blast - New Product
- Powerful Antioxidants!
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), low fruit and vegetable
intake is among the top ten risk factors for death worldwide, ranking almost as
deadly as smoking.
Various cancers and cardiovascular diseases are the
main causes, and it is safe to say that this is because of the need for the
antioxidants found so abundantly in fruits and vegetables. Although the
international goal for the intake of these foods is "5-A-Day", 9-10 servings per
day are optimal for vibrant health. Global studies show that most
populations do not even consume 3 servings per day.
Fruits are best consumed in their raw, fresh state, as close as one can get
to eating them off the tree or vine. Unfortunately, this does not occur
often enough. Additionally, there is a huge misconception that fruit juice
is a good substitute for fresh fruit in the diet. The truth is that most
commercial fruit juices are about two-thirds water, with large amounts of
concentrated fruit sugar plus added sugar (in the form of corn syrup, usually).
Therefore, an alternative solution is necessary for the modern-day consumer:
fruit and berry concentrates. We are pleased to offer Heritage Berry
Blast, a nutrient-dense concentration of berries and fruits, designed to fulfill
the need for more fruits in our diets, without added sugars, flavorings or
preservatives.
Heritage Berry Blast is packed with berries and fruits such as
cranberries, sour cherries, blueberries, pomegranate, lycopene from tomatoes,
and two amazing berries called goji berries and acai berries. Research
into the health benefits of all of the Berry Blast ingredients point to one huge
similarity: they are all powerful antioxidants.
The importance of
antioxidants in human health cannot be overstated, and many health professionals
believe that antioxidants are the key to a long, healthy life.
The fruits and berries in Heritage Berry Blast provide a wealth of
nutrients critical for life. They are rich in essential vitamins,
minerals, trace minerals, carotenoids and many other well-known phytonutrients
as well as phytonutrients yet to be discovered. One of the fruits in Berry
Blast, the pomegranate, has recently become very popular in the U.S. Americans
are discovering that this fruit is packed full of health-providing benefits.
At UCLA, researchers have studied its antioxidant properties and discovered that
it is an even more potent antioxidant than green tea. Other studies have
shown that pomegranate is able to inhibit a pro-inflammatory molecule that
degrades cartilage, thus supporting joint health. Additionally, arterial
health and cholesterol levels benefit from consuming pomegranate.
Heritage Berry Blast also contains Lycopene, the carotenoid pigment that
gives tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables their color. It is also
a potent antioxidant, and studies have concluded that lycopene intake is
associated with a decreased risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and
cardiovascular diseases. In the body, lycopene has an affinity for the
liver, lungs, prostate, colon and skin, supporting these organs in their
functioning.
Two of the most interesting and exciting new ingredients on the market have
been included in the Heritage Berry Blast formula: Acai Berries and Goji Berries.
Both of these berries top the list in terms of ORAC values. ORAC stands
for Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity, and provides us a measurement of the
antioxidant power of food supplements. On a daily basis, humans need at
least 3,500 ORAC units to impact antioxidant activity; from three servings of
fruits and vegetables, most people only consume and average of 1,200 ORAC units
per day. Whereas the popular blueberry provides 2,448 ORAC units/100
grams, the Acai berry provides 5,871 ORAC units and the amazing Goji Berry
provides 36,284 ORAC units!
The Acai berries have been used for centuries by the Brazilians, who call
this plant the 'tree of life' due to its importance in providing rich nutrients
in their diet. It is a very dark purple berry with incredible antioxidant
strength - twice that of blueberries. It also contains vitamins, minerals,
protein, amino acids, phytosterols, and healthy monounsaturated fats (like in
olive oil). Goji berries are very comparable to Acai berries in their
array of nutrients, and additionally provide potent carotenoids like zeaxanthin,
lutein and lycopene. In traditional Chinese medicine, the Goji berries are
used to support a healthy immune system, cardiovascular system, improve
eyesight, and to support a healthy liver. They are also known to support
healthy blood sugar levels and blood lipid levels.
Heritage Berry Blast is the easiest, simplest way to help get the
incredible array of nutrients and antioxidants that fruits and berries can
provide. The blend of fruits and berries, lycopene, goji and acai berries
synergistically combine to boost vibrant health, prevent the accelerated aging
process that oxidative damage creates, and support the body in fighting diseases
such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. Berry Blast is the perfect way to help our children to consume
healthy fruits and berries, and for everyone to achieve the "5-A-Day" goal we
need to meet our health.
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