Acai berries are extremely high in antioxidants, making them the kind of fruit that will fight off free radicals, give you lots of energy and strengthen your immune system too.

They contain anthocyanins, which help to lower your cholesterol, the many nutrients in them will not only help you to lose weight but maintain your healthy weight once you read your

goal. Acai berries also contain potent detoxification capacities that make it easier to digest your food. Something else that these berries have in them are plant phytochemicals; these antioxidants slow down the

aging process and help to give you radiant skin. They can also increase blood circulation, which means they are also on the list of being a libido-booster.

Eggplant is loaded with vitamins including Vitamins B6, C, K, magnesium, copper, folic acid and potassium---just to name a few. If you are borderline anemic, eggplant also contains iron. It’s good for

your bones because it has calcium in it too. At 35 calories a cup, this food is loaded with dietary fiber. Eggplant also helps to manage diabetes, and it contains certain essential

phyto-nutrients to keep your brain healthy and strong. This is a great substitute food if you’re trying to transition into a vegetarian or vegan diet due to its “meaty” texture

too.

Red cabbage contains Vitamins A, C, B (pretty much all of the B vitamins), E and K. It has a good amount of dietary fiber, riboflavin, folate, manganese, potassium, magnesium

and calcium too. It’s another food that contains lots of antioxidants; an extra benefit to those is that they help to prevent cancer. Something that stands out about red cabbage is

that it has an amino acid called glutamine in it. That fights inflammation and also prevents and heals ulcers. It’s a good food to eat if you’re pregnant because it

helps with bone strength and development. But if you have hypo-thyroidism, consult your doctor. You may see side effects if that is the case.

Blackberries are a low-sodium and low-calorie treat. You can eat a bowl of them and only take in about 70 calories. They have a good amount of Vitamin K in

them; that’s good to know because you need it to relax your muscles after a workout. They can also come in handy around your menstrual cycle to ease the discomfort

as your uterus contracts. Blackberries have tannins in them which help to keep gum disease at bay. They contain 85 percent water to replenish your system. Since they also have

30 percent of the dietary fiber your body needs each day, they are another food that can help to prevent diabetes. Also the phytoestrogens, vitamins and minerals in blackberries will keep

your immune system strong, especially during the colder months.

If you’re looking for a low-calorie food (grapes are also made up of mostly water) that controls your blood sugar, improves your brain function, fights off infections, helps to relieve

constipation and improves your vision, black grapes would be it. Some specific things that they contain are Lutein and Zeaxanthin, which keeps your eyesight in healthy; phytochemicals, which fits to

reduce damage done to your heart muscles and Vitamin E---you need that for glowing skin and the healing of any scar tissue.

It’s kind of interesting that black rice (due to its name) has the nickname “forbidden rice” because it’s extremely good for you. Sitting at around 160 calories per serving, black

rice contains a considerable amount of fiber, protein and iron. Out of all the foods in the world, it has one of the highest levels of the antioxidant anthocyanin in

it. You need that for a strong heart and brain. Black rice also helps to detoxify your liver, reduce inflammation and it can help you to lose weight too. If

you’re someone who has a gluten-free diet, good news. It’s another food that you can put on your list to eat!

Plums have a good amount of dietary fiber in them. They also contain sorbitol and isatin; these work together to relieve digestive problems and constipation. The purplish pigment in them

are due to what’s known as anthocyanins; they protect against cell damage and also help to fight cancer. Plums have Vitamin D and calcium in them; both are good for

maintaining bone health. The extracts in plums also have the reputation for helping to prevent breast cancer. And since they have a low glycemic index, they are another food that can

help to keep diabetes under control. As a bonus, they also contain quercetin, which increases your brain memory. All great reasons to bit into one (even if it’s dried) today!