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Share on Pinterest Consuming strawberries daily may have several health benefits. Simon Gakhar/Getty Images Berries, in general, are considered a superfood with many health benefits. Past studies have shown that berries help ease inflammation and help protect certain areas of the body, such as the gut microbiome and cardiovascular system. San Diego State University researchers say eating an equivalent of two servings of strawberries daily can help improve cognitive function, lower blood pressure, and increase a person’s antioxidant capacity. Generally speaking, berries are considered a superfood. That is because all berries — including acai berries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries — provide numerous health benefits. Previous studies have found that Health ">consuming berries can help ease inflammation and oxidative stress, which can be triggers for many diseases. Other studies have linked berry consumption to benefitting and protecting certain areas of the body, in...

Share on Pinterest Regular vitamin D supplementation may benefit cardiovascular health, according to a new study. Nicole Mason/Stocksy Australian researchers followed a group of older adults to determine whether vitamin D supplements could reduce the risk of major heart disease events, such as heart attack and stroke. The researchers gave the test group a monthly vitamin D supplement which they took for five years. The results show a small risk reduction for certain major cardiovascular events. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is important for bone health and immune system support that may offer a number of health benefits. A study recently published by The BMJ details a clinical trial led by a group of Australian researchers who wanted to learn what impact vitamin D may have on reducing major heart disease events such as heart attacks and strokes. The researchers followed a group of older adults between ages 60 and 84. This particular age group is known to be at a higher risk f...