Top 5 antioxidant foods that will help you stay healthy this winter

Looking to stay in fine fettle this winter? Refresh your kitchen cabinet and refrigerator with

antioxidants-a.k.a substances embodied in great number of foods, veggies, fruits, condiments and

other healthy meals that keep you protected against free radicals (harmful molecules released

from stale foods, smoke and toxins).

Consume healthy foods and let these disease-fighting nutrients prevent free radicals from

affecting your immunity system. So what all foods you should eat this winter to stay healthy?

Let’s quickly rush through top 5 antioxidants foods that you need to stock up on next time you

buzz the supermarket or greengrocery.

Prunes

As they are dried fruits, prunes are available round the year. Their strong antioxidants properties

turn them as most wanted food for winters. Not only will they help you in fighting against

negative aftereffects of oxidation fats and cholesterol but will also keep your immune system

secure by combating cell-destroying free radicals.

Spices & Herbs

We all have a special place in our hearts for spices and herbs as they not only add taste and

aroma to a meal but also make it wholesome and appealing. But the fact that they are

powerhouse of antioxidants will make you love them more dearly. Amazingly, spices boast of a

much higher ORAC value per gram than majority veggies and fruits. Cinnamon, cloves,

sunflower seeds, oregano, turmeric, pepper, ginger, and garlic are the top contenders.

Cocoa

I have a soft corner in my heart for chocolates and you will agree to the fact when I say that most

of the people across globe love eating chocolates. Then why not stock up with chocolates before

it gets too snowy to step out. You will be surprised to know that having a square of fine dark

chocolate, drinking a mug of hot chocolate or adding a dash of cocoa powder to your tasteful

latte can easily complete your daily diet of antioxidants during chilly weather.

Beans

I knew beans were good for fiber, foliate & protein and was delighted to hear that they are a rich

source of antioxidants as well. Considered as the most boring nutrient powerhouse, beans are

undeniably the fabulous sources of antioxidants. It is amazing to know that the same amount of

antioxidants are found in half a cup of colorful beans as that of a cup of seethe green tea.

Cranberry

Winter is the season when you see markets loaded with heaps of cranberry and it is at this time

of year when you should have lots of them. Since they contain powerful antioxidants, they go

well for your immune system and lend your system the much-required boost in the biting cold

season. In fact cranberries serve as a blessing in disguise for cardiac and cancer patients.