Strawberries and blueberries are high in anthocyanins. Those are chemicals that help lower your blood pressure and keep your blood vessels healthy. They’re also naturally sweet but low in sugar, so they make a great snack. Aim to have them at least two or three times a week.
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Melissa Majumdar, registered dietitian and licensed dietitian nutritionist; bariatric coordinator, Emory University Hospital Midtown; spokesperson, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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