The NuttyBlog : Nutty News and Updates from JW Renfroe Pecan Co

One of the hottest buzzwords among health nuts is antioxidants. And speaking of nuts, a few in particular are a fantastic source of antioxidants, which are naturally occurring compounds that help protect the body from harmful free radicals. More research needs to be done into the link between dietary intake of antioxidants and disease prevention, but it seems that’s irrelevant; most folks who are even vaguely health-conscious still seek them out. A new study looks at the antioxidant content of nearly 1,120 food items, the largest analysis of its kind. Topping the list were blackberries, walnuts, strawberries, prepared artichokes, cranberries, coffee, raspberries, pecans, blueberries, ground cloves, certain brands of grape juice, and unsweetened baking chocolate. (link)