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Pine nuts can increase your energy levels due to their protein, iron, and magnesium. The antioxidant power of vitamin E contained in them may help keep your skin healthy and young in appearance. Additionally, regularly eating pine nuts or other seeds and nuts may help reduce the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
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Blueberry fruits are a real treat in cooking, baking cakes and muffins, salads, cereals or simply snacking. They are sodium free and low in fat and have high content of dietary fiber and vitamin C compared with other fruits, blueberries have a high concentration of antioxidants. Dried blueberry fruits have been found to provide improved vision and prevent age-related disorders.
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With a crisp, buttery and nutty taste, pecan nuts are great for snacking, as well as in ice creams, cakes and of course, pecan pies. Pecan nuts are a rich source of proteins, fibers, vitamin E and good fats (oleic acid) and other vitamins and minerals. They have been found to lower cholesterol levels in blood by up to 16%.
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Black currants are high in antioxidants, including vitamin C. Along with the anthocyanins in black currants, these antioxidants can help to give your immune system a boost, allowing your body to fight infection and viruses more effectively. Black currants are rich in an omega-6 fatty acid called gamma-linoleic acid.