There is no better way to celebrate our nation’s birthday than with beautiful ripe berries. July is National Berries Month because so many berries are in peak ripeness. When it comes to good health, berries have a great reputation.

Scientists have discovered that berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries) have the highest antioxidant levels of any fresh fruit. Interestingly, kale and spinach are the only vegetables with the same Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity values as these powerful berries. ORAC is a value given to food based on its antioxidant activity. Research has shown that consuming fruits and vegetables with high ORAC values may slow aging in both the brain and body.