Superfruits (Electronic book text)

"Paul Gross, the Berry Doctor, gets beyond the marketing hype on superfruits, using an easy-to-understand method of ranking potential stars. By looking at nutrient density, research support and popular appeal, Gross delivers a cornucopia of offerings that can easily enhance well-being. Further, he includes ideas to add the nutrient-rich fruits into the diet, whether via simple suggestions in the breakdown of each offering, a list of the types of products to look for in the supermarket, or by following the creative recipes from the back of the book. By elucidating which superfruits truly deserve that title, Gross enables readers to make proactive choices to enhance their own health."
--Heather Granato, Group Editor, Virgo Publishing"Dr. Paul Gross has done an excellent job in all facets of the book. It's very informative and written in a manner that is easily understood. This book will be an important resource for informing the public about the health effects of fruits."
-Gary Stoner, Ph.D., Comprehensive Cancer Center, Ohio State University"Never before in recorded history have our potential dietary options been so diversified, and never before have all the choices seemed so daunting. Paul Gross' straightforward and well-documented book provides strong direction and clear-cut answers for consumers, based on well-reasoned research and compelling evidence. His use of readily-understandable superfruits criteria and a 'points system' for rating health-beneficial fruits is a welcome answer to consumers seeking the best choices for themselves and their families."
-Mary Ann Lila Ph.D., Director, Plants for Human Health Institute, North Carolina State University "Dr. Gross is a leading expert and strong proponent of consumer education and superfruit science, and following careers as a university scientist, entrepreneur, and food industry consultant, he is the leading advocate for superfruits and superfruit science."
-- Steve Talcott Ph.D., Department of Food Chemistry, Texas A&M University "This is a book for the public, for nutritionists, MDs and alternative medical practitioners, vegetarians, for anyone who wants to better understand what a well-chosen selection of superfruits can do for you inside and out besides tasting great."
-Ian Crown, Panoramic Fruit Company, Puerto RicoAll fruits are NOT created equalThe Berry Doctor reveals secrets behind nature's healthiest fruitsWhat would you do to increase your chances of living longer and healthier? Superfruit expert Paul Gross ranks the top twenty fruits that can help you get started on a lifelong healthy diet, and he gives you the science behind each fruit's unique nutritional advantages. Eating superfruits regularly can help you look younger, lose weight, and reduce your risk of getting cancer, cardiovascular disease, or diabetes.The Superfruit Challenge All fruits have some health-promoting potential, but "Superfruits" reveals which ones pack the most value for your well-being. So the next time you're at the grocery store, visit the fruit aisle and check out the top fruits that can supercharge your health._______________________________"Superfruits" features: Sidebars for each essential nutrient along with Fun Facts, Myth Busters, and Science Behind ItTips for the best ways to eat and shop for superfruits, including a section on how to incorporate superfruits into a Mediterranean diet75 delicious recipes for smoothies, salads, desserts, and moreDID YOU KNOW THAT: Superfruits are naturally rich in prebiotic fiber, antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E, and other micronutrientsThe colors of superfruits are related to potential health propertiesPasteurizing and over-processing