Sunday, May 16, 2010

Berry melody

As we are approaching towards summer we can find lots of berries in market. Most of the berries are rich in beta carotene and vitaminC.I have used a mixed selection of berries,you can use mixed or just one berry,either way good to have it.
Nutritional Value:
Melons:
Melons are high in beta carotene,vitamin B complex and little vitaminC. Melons give a calming effect on the digestive system with a mild stimulating action on the kidney.Melons are also good for the immune system.
Strawberry:
Strawberry are rich in vitaminC and folic acid.A good cleanser for the whole body.
Raspberry:
Raspberries are also good source of vitaminC and folic acid.Excellent uplifting properties and good for convalescence.
Cranberry:
Cranberries are a good source of beta carotene,B complex vitamins,vitaminC and folic acid.A natural diuretic and urinary tract cleanser.
Blueberry:
The skin contains high concentration of compounds that can destroy harmful bacteria in the gut and keep it healthy.
Blackcurrant:
The skin contains compounds that have the ability to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.The high vitaminC content gives powerful antioxidant properties.
The above information is from the book 'Good Housekeeping'.
Serves 2
Ingredients:
Mixed Berries-1 cup
Apple juice-1 cup
Melon-1 cup chopped
Sugar is optional according to your taste.
Method:
Blend the chopped melon without adding any water,keep it separately.Blend the berries and apple juice together.
To serve: In two separate glasses,pour the berry juice first,then top it up with the melon juice. Add crushed ice cubes if  required.







6 comments:

Sailaja Damodaran said...

Very refreshing.......

Umm Mymoonah said...

Thank You Sailaja

Priya Suresh said...

Beautiful and refreshing drink..

Umm Mymoonah said...

Thank you Priya

Gita Jaishankar said...

Berry melody is superb...thanks for sharing all the wonderful info :)

Umm Mymoonah said...

Thank You Gita

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