Berries are the healthiest fruits on the planet. As a food group, they average nearly 10 times more antioxidants than other fruits and vegetables and exceed 60 times more than animal-based foods.

Berries offer potential protection against free radical damage to cells, a boost to the immune system, and protection for the liver and brain. The purported anticancer properties of berry compounds have been attributed to their apparent ability to counteract, reduce, and repair damage resulting from oxidative stress and inflammation. They may also boost our levels of natural killer cells; a type of white blood cell that’s a vital member of the immune system’s team against that which may damage cells.

Antioxidant pigments in berries and dark green leaves make them the brain foods of the fruit and vegetable kingdom. Harvard University researchers, using data from the Nurses’ Health Study, which followed the diets and health of 16,000 women, found that women who consumed at least one serving of blueberries and two servings of strawberries each week had slower rates of cognitive decline by as much as two and a half years compared with those who didn’t eat any.

4 Berries We All Should Be Eating

  • • Blackberries - With their dark blue color, blackberries have one of the highest antioxidant levels of fruits tested. Blackberries are also rich in Vitamin C and fiber. They are low in calories, carbohydrates, and have no fats.
  • • Blueberries - Blueberries may reduce the buildup of so-called "bad" cholesterol. Several studies in Europe have documented the relationship between bilberries, the European cousin of blueberries, and improved eyesight.
  • • Raspberries - Red Raspberries contain strong antioxidants such as Vitamin C, quercetin and gallic acid that help fight against heart and circulatory imbalances, and age-related decline.
  • • Strawberries - Researchers around the world are recognizing that the phytonutrients in strawberries - including ellagitannins - may have considerable preventative effects on cardiovascular degeneration, cellular breakdown and cognitive decline.
Mixed berries in a white bowl including strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries – nutrient-packed fruits supporting overall wellnessMixed berries in a white bowl including strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries – nutrient-packed fruits supporting overall wellness

Spectra Reds from DaVinci Labs is a powerful blend of food-based nutrients specifically designed to support your body’s defense system, it contains an abundance of nutrient rich berries, fruits and potent plant extracts in combination with DMG HCl, acetyl L carnitine, phosphatidylserine, resveratrol, lycopene and lutein. It helps to support optimal liver, immune, neurological, cardiovascular and eye functions. Resveratrol has recently increased in popularity due to its ability to increase NAD+ levels by stimulating its synthesis and enhancing the activity of enzymes that utilize NAD+. This tasty fruity powder is a convenient way to boost your energy and support the body in attaining optimal health.

In today’s world it’s not always possible to incorporate the volume of quality fresh fruits and berries necessary to achieve optimal health. Thankfully we have supplements with the focus of making these powerhouse foods available for us all.

Edwin Dossman