Daily Dish for Thursday 7/7

Denise85 · 07-07-2005, 08:06 AM

Benefits of Blueberries

July is National Blueberry Month
Blueberries prove that good things can come in small packages. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, blueberries top the list of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, and are also a rich source of dietary fiber. Several studies have found that the antioxidants in blueberries may aid in the prevention of cancer, heart disease, stroke, and urinary tract infections. Enjoy blueberries in Phase 2 of The South Beach Diet™ — 3/4 of a cup is equal to one serving.

Buying
Most domestic blueberries are cultivated instead of wild. They're typically available between the months of May and September, though you may be able to purchase imported blueberries during the rest of the year. When buying fresh berries, look for those that are deep blue with a chalky white appearance. They should move freely in their container. Avoid mushy berries or stained containers.

Storing
Blueberries will last in the refrigerator for seven to 10 days. Make sure to remove any crushed or moldy berries before storing, and never wash your berries before you are ready to eat them. You can also keep blueberries frozen for up to 10 months.

Eating
Starting in Phase 2, blueberries can be enjoyed on their own or as a topping for fat-free yogurt or whole-grain cereals. Wash your berries first and pick through them to remove any stems or unripened berries. Blueberries can also be tossed into salads or added to South Beach Diet™-friendly baked goods.

zeraspride · 07-07-2005, 09:37 AM

Denise - thanks for the Dish for today! I don't know why but I never thought about putting blueberries on top of my SBD cereal. Sounds yummy!

justmarvi · 07-07-2005, 09:46 AM

mmmmm, I need to get some blueberries, thanks Denise!

Shalbrihil · 07-07-2005, 12:35 PM

I just love blueberries now I know why. The are good for you along with being so good to eat. Thanks Dennise for the dish today.

07-07-2005, 08:06 AM	#1
Denise85 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Chicago burbs Posts: 21,921 Blog Entries: 11 Gallery: Denise85 Stats: 261/148/140-5'5" WOE: Dietician's plan	Daily Dish for Thursday 7/7 Benefits of Blueberries July is National Blueberry Month Blueberries prove that good things can come in small packages. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, blueberries top the list of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, and are also a rich source of dietary fiber. Several studies have found that the antioxidants in blueberries may aid in the prevention of cancer, heart disease, stroke, and urinary tract infections. Enjoy blueberries in Phase 2 of The South Beach Diet™ — 3/4 of a cup is equal to one serving. Buying Most domestic blueberries are cultivated instead of wild. They're typically available between the months of May and September, though you may be able to purchase imported blueberries during the rest of the year. When buying fresh berries, look for those that are deep blue with a chalky white appearance. They should move freely in their container. Avoid mushy berries or stained containers. Storing Blueberries will last in the refrigerator for seven to 10 days. Make sure to remove any crushed or moldy berries before storing, and never wash your berries before you are ready to eat them. You can also keep blueberries frozen for up to 10 months. Eating Starting in Phase 2, blueberries can be enjoyed on their own or as a topping for fat-free yogurt or whole-grain cereals. Wash your berries first and pick through them to remove any stems or unripened berries. Blueberries can also be tossed into salads or added to South Beach Diet™-friendly baked goods. __________________ http://www.myspace.com/deniset85

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07-07-2005, 09:37 AM	#2
zeraspride Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,075 Gallery: zeraspride Stats: Highest 282.5 CW: 227.8 GW: 160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 12/01/03 - restart 11/01/08 (down 6.2!)	Denise - thanks for the Dish for today! I don't know why but I never thought about putting blueberries on top of my SBD cereal. Sounds yummy!

07-07-2005, 09:46 AM	#3
justmarvi Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,218 Gallery: justmarvi	mmmmm, I need to get some blueberries, thanks Denise!

07-07-2005, 12:35 PM	#4
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,872 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	I just love blueberries now I know why. The are good for you along with being so good to eat. Thanks Dennise for the dish today.