Chokeberries Help Regulate Inflammation And Weight Gain

In an interesting case of taking our cues from the birds, researchers are gaining a better understanding of the potential health benefits of chokeberries.

The berries grow on deciduous trees in the eastern United States and have a dark red and purple color. They are a favorite of local birds, and have been consumed for generations by Native Americans either dried or in tea.

Recently, there has been a growing interest in chokeberries, which are available as a supplement in health food stores. The reason for this is due to the unusually high levels of antioxidants in the berries, specifically the compound anthocyanin. The ber....

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