Raspberry tea may consist of the fruit or dried leaves of the raspberry plant. Raspberry iced tea, a popular and refreshing summer beverage, is made by adding fresh raspberry juice or extract to black tea and serving it with ice. Raspberry leaf tea is bitterer and does not taste like raspberries. Both types of tea…
Fruit contains a natural sugar called fructose. Unlike sucrose, or table sugar, fructose does not cause abrupt fluctuations in your blood sugar levels because your body digests it more slowly than sucrose, according to researchers of a study published in 2008 in the “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition,” who added that diabetics are often advised…
The dark color in blackberries makes them stand out in fruit salads and desserts, but it also indicates a high concentration of antioxidants. Research suggests that their vitamin content may help reduce your risk of heart problems, periodontal disease and age-related decline in motor and cognitive function. Blackberries are low in calories, virtually fat free,…
A banana is a sweet, conveniently-packaged food, providing you with approximately 110 calories of high-fiber nutrition in each serving. Because your body uses carbohydrates before protein and fat, eating a banana can give you a quick energy boost, making them popular among athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Most of the benefits bananas offer are in the…
Incorporating bananas into your diet is easy. Bananas go well with many high-protein foods, including peanut butter, and are delicious blended into a smoothie or protein shake. A banana’s combination of complex carbohydrates, natural sugar, amino acids and brain-boosting minerals make it a beneficial food for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With 3.5 grams of fiber…
With just 121 calories, less than half a gram of fat, no cholesterol and 3.5 grams of fiber, a large banana is a smart choice for anyone trying to follow a nutritious diet without gaining weight. A wide array of research suggests that eating bananas may make your seem smarter, as some of the vitamins,…
Closely related to plums and peaches, the apricot is a small stone fruit rich in antioxidants and fiber. With its low calorie content and sweet flavor, it is a beneficial snack for anyone trying to lose weight and stay healthy. The apricot contains phytonutrients that provide additional health benefits. Heart Health and Weight Control A…
Cranberries are nutritious, high in fiber and rich in antioxidants, but when you juice them or dry them, their nutritional profile changes. Juicing removes some of their fiber content, and the heat used during the dehydration process depletes them of some of their water-soluble nutrients. Drying them condenses their vitamin and mineral content, however, making…
