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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Berries: How they can help you battle winter blues
Caption: Berries: How they can help you battle winter blues. Berries have a wide range of health benefits that can help you get through the colder months of the year. Nick Marston, chairman of British Berry Growers, the industry body representing 95 per cent of the UK's berry growers, explains why you should include berries in your daily diet. Dopamine food. ”Fresh berries, such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries, are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that support the body's natural production of dopamine - the 'happy hormone’." "By choosing foods that naturally support the production of dopamine you can contribute to both your physical health and mental wellbeing, to help elevate your mood.” Brain-boosting. ”According to experts at King's College London, it only takes a handful of blueberries a day to protect our brain cells and improve communication between them, boosting memory, cognitive function, and overall brain health.” Gut-loving. ”Blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries are particularly beneficial for gut health.” The expert adds that their fibre content and natural prebiotic properties can help cleanse the digestive system and encourage good bacteria in the gut. Breakfast berries. ”Berries make an excellent addition to any meal - whether it's as a sweet treat after a meal, snacking on them during the day, or throwing them in smoothies, there's no wrong way to enjoy these little nutritional powerhouses." Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Berries,Food,Winter blues,Diet,Nick Marston,chairman of British Berry Growers,Industry,Dopamine,Blackberries,Blueberries,Strawberries
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