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Berries Loaded with Health Benefits

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

1. Açai
:

• Boosts energy levels
• Provides vital vitamins, minerals and fiber.
• Free radical fighter
• Strengthens the immune system and helps slow the signs of aging.
• Helps with lowering cholesterol levels.
• Improves circulation and reduces inflammation.

2. Blueberry:

• Rich in vitamins and nutrients.
• Has strong antioxidants and helps with free radical damage.
• Has anti-aging benefits.
• Helps with many skin conditions.
• Reducing the appearance of scars.

3. Cranberry:

• Contains potent antioxidant properties.
• Helps against dental plaque.
• Has anti-carcinogenic and anti-cancer properties.
• Helps prevent heart disease.
• Helps prevent the development of kidney stones.

4. Goji:

• Has antioxidant properties and helps slow the aging process.
• contains health vitamins and nutrients.
• Helps to increase energy.
• Provides cardiovascular strength and health.
• Has immunes system support.

5. Strawberry:

• Has a huge range a nutrients and vitamins like vitamin C.
• Has great levels of phytonutrients and antioxidants.
• Helps fight free radical damage.

6. Raspberry:

• Has a great source of allergic acid and anti-carcinogenic properties.
• Contains powerful antioxidants and helps fight the signs of aging.
• Reduces the release of histamines and allergic reactions.
• Has anti-carcinogenic properties.
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Earthly Eating Recipes

Potato Salad
Makes 6 servings

7 cups cold diced potatoes that have been boiled to semi-soft
1/2 cup chopped sweet pickles
1/2 cup chopped celery
3/3 cup green onions
3/4 cup sliced radishes
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/4 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 cup mayo
3 hard boiled eggs

Combine the first 7 ingredients well with care. Try not to mash up the potatoes too much. Fold in the mayo and the eggs. Chill at least 2 hours and sprinkle with paprika and serve.

Happy Eating!

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