6. Cranberries
Serving size: 100 g
Total fiber in grams: 3.6
Health Benefits:
When it comes to antioxidants cranberries are crème-de-la-crème of the whole food society. Since they contain a very small amount of calories (only 46 on one cup!), they will help you with the maintenance of your weight or weight loss if needed.
If antioxidants are what you are after, keep in mind that fresh cranberries contain the most and cranberry juice the least. If only dried are within your reach that is OK too. They are just a little behind the fresh ones in the content of antioxidants. The fiber in cranberries will be providing your body with almost 20% of the daily recommended dose, thus helping you maintain healthy. The most recognized benefit of cranberries is its help in the fight against bacteria causing urinary tract infections. While we are on the subject of bacteria, cranberries can help preventing certain types of stomach ulcers as well by blocking widely known Helicobacter pylori to attach to the stomach walls. They also prevent bacteria in our mouth from causing problems with teeth and general dental hygiene. In general, they have a strong anti-inflammatory effect which is beneficial for digestive problems and cardiovascular system. Due to the high concentration of antioxidants cranberries can be a good support in slowing down the growth of the tumor cells.
