Time: 2024-06-23
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - McGlasson Farms in Hebron offers a variety of healthy foods, including berries that are in season. Berries are known for their health benefits, especially for brain health and blood pressure. Owner Luke McGlasson mentioned that visitors can pick apples, peaches, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries year-round. The farm is currently perfect for picking three different types of berries: blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries.
When it comes to picking blueberries, they should be dark blue or almost purple to ensure they are ripe. On the other hand, blackberries start out green, then turn red before finally ripening to black. It is essential to ensure that there is no red color left on the blackberries before picking them. Raspberries are also a popular choice among visitors. It is recommended to consume or use the berries quickly as they do not last long even under refrigeration.
The phytonutrients present in berries make them a powerful superfood. These nutrients provide various health benefits that go beyond the typical vitamins found in foods. Registered dietitian Preeti Bansal Kshirsagar highlighted the importance of the colors, flavors, and textures of fresh berries in boosting the body's ability to fight against long-term illnesses such as heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease. These benefits are attributed to the antioxidant activity in the body.
According to Feldkamp, blackberries and black raspberries are excellent choices for consumption. Regardless of how berries are consumed, they offer numerous benefits to the body. Eating food based on the season seems to be advantageous, as the health properties of berries cannot be preserved for long periods. McGlasson Farms provides an opportunity for visitors to enjoy fresh and nutritious berries that contribute to overall well-being.
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