Juicy News

A glass of pure juice is a convenient way to get a serving of fresh fruit, not to mention disease-fighting polyphenols and protection from LDL oxidation the trigger for the development of “bad” cholesterol. Best Sources: A study shows that some of the new “gourmet” juices- made from pomegranates, blueberries, black cherries, grapes, or berries- have up to 20 percent more antioxidants than orange and apple, the old standbys. Make your own healthful juices with veggies like gourds, tomatoes or beetroot. If you don’t find them tasty, try adding a bit of sugar or sugar substitute.